A Landmark Victory for Candidate-Centric Excellence in Recruitment
We are absolutely thrilled and immensely proud to announce that Astute People has been named the Best SME Employer at the prestigious 25th annual National Online Recruitment Awards (NORAs) 2025 in London!
This significant accolade is a powerful testament to our unwavering commitment to providing an outstanding Candidate-Experience and our continued digital innovation in the recruitment sector. The NORAs, entirely dedicated to the continual improvement and evolution of the candidate-journey, views the industry from the jobseeker’s perspective—making this win a definitive measure of excellence.
Dedicated to the Candidate-Experience
The Best SME Employer award recognises small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that excel in attracting and recruiting top talent through strong digital platforms and a clear, compelling employer brand.
As a specialist recruiter in the Power, Renewables, and Nuclear sectors, our own hiring platform and processes were judged on the high standards now expected by modern candidates.
This victory validates the hard work and investment we’ve made in creating a seamless, supportive, and engaging online experience for everyone who interacts with Astute.
Double the Recognition: A Finalist in Two Categories
The excitement didn’t stop there! We were also delighted to be shortlisted as a Finalist in the highly competitive Best Small Recruitment Agency category. Being recognised in two separate categories by such an esteemed judging panel highlights the consistent quality across both our internal recruitment efforts and the online services we provide to our clients.
Matt Dickens, Managing Director of Astute People, said, “Winning the NORA Best SME Employer Award is a monumental moment for the entire Astute team.
“It’s an honour that genuinely reflects our ‘people-first’ ethos. In a competitive digital landscape, our primary focus remains the candidate-experience – ensuring every interaction, from first click to placement, is transparent, professional, and positive.
“To be recognised by the NORAs, the gold standard for candidate-centric recruitment, is a massive validation of our strategy.
“This award, coupled with our shortlisting for Best Small Recruitment Agency, reinforces Astute’s position as a market leader in delivering excellence for both our candidates and clients.”
NORA Academy: A Commitment to Continual Improvement
As a previous Finalist for the prestigious NORAs, Astute is also proud to be a long-standing member of the NORA Academy.
The Academy is a body that promotes excellence and is granted membership to all companies who have been Finalists or Winners.
Membership commits us to maintaining the highest standards and continually striving for better, inspired by the spirit of the NORAs.
Partner with an Award-Winning Team
This NORA Award 2025 is not just an award for us; it is a promise to our future candidates and our clients: when you partner with Astute People, you are choosing an organisation officially recognised for delivering a superior online recruitment and employer brand experience.
If you are looking for your next role in the Power, Renewables, or Nuclear sectors, view our current job vacancies or seeking an award-winning recruitment partner to fill your open roles, you can register a vacancy with Astute People today and experience the difference of a NORA Best SME Employer.
