Astute People Wins NORA Best SME Employer Award 2025
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A Landmark Victory for Candidate-Centric Excellence in Recruitment
We are thrilled to announce that Astute People has been named the Best SME Employer at the 25th annual National Online Recruitment Awards (NORAs) 2025 in London!
This accolade demonstrates our commitment to delivering an outstanding candidate experience and continued digital innovation in recruitment.
Dedicated to the Candidate Experience
The Best SME Employer award recognises SMEs excelling in attracting and recruiting top talent through strong digital platforms and a clear employer brand.
As specialists in Power, Renewables, and Nuclear sectors, our platform and processes meet high modern candidate standards.
This victory validates our investment in creating a seamless, supportive, and engaging online experience for all interacting with Astute.
Double the Recognition: A Finalist in Two Categories
We were also shortlisted as a Finalist in the Best Small Recruitment Agency category. Recognition in two categories highlights the consistent quality of our internal recruitment and online client services.
Matt Dickens, Managing Director, said: “Winning the NORA Best SME Employer Award is a monumental moment for the Astute team. It reflects our ‘people-first’ ethos. Every interaction, from first click to placement, is transparent, professional, and positive. Being recognised by the NORAs validates our strategy. Coupled with our shortlist for Best Small Recruitment Agency, it reinforces Astute’s market leadership.”
NORA Academy: A Commitment to Continual Improvement
As a previous Finalist, Astute is proud to be a long-standing member of the NORA Academy, committed to maintaining the highest standards and continual improvement.
Partner with an Award-Winning Team
This NORA Award 2025 is a promise to our candidates and clients: partnering with Astute People guarantees a superior online recruitment and employer brand experience.
If you are seeking a role in the Power, Renewables, or Nuclear sectors, view our job vacancies. Employers can register a vacancy and experience the difference of a NORA Best SME Employer.