Flourishing recruitment firm doubles space at Broad Gate in leeds

The rapidly expanding Leeds-based recruitment firm Verrus has doubled its office space at the iconic Broad Gate development in the heart of the city.

Verrus is taking 5,250 sq. ft of quality office space with its workforce expected to increase from 42 to 85 by the en d of next year.

Ian Cundale, chief executive officer explained: “These are exciting times for us. We continue to expand across the globe, with an already established footprint in Europe and North America and increasing revenues throughout South America an d APAC regions.

“The combination of Brexit and Covid forced us to review our recruitment model and has made us much more flexible and fleetfooted in our approach. Despite these challenging economic times, we are extremely confident ab out the future.

“Crucially, our established team in Leeds provides executive recruitment solutions that minimise risk and maximise return on investment for businesses in a range of industries worldwide.

“Our hiring experience and sectorspecific insight means that our clients are able to make key hiring decisions with greater confidence, selecting candidates based on more than skills and experience but also on cultural fit and synergy of vision.”

Spectacular

Eamon Fox, partner and head of development at global property consultancy Knight Frank in Leeds, commented: “Verrus’ renewed commitment to Broad Gate is a resounding endorsement of one of Leeds’ most impressive mixed-use buildings. The excellent location, overlooking The Headrow, a 5-minute walk from Leeds Rail Station, creates a business destination with all the benefits of the city centre on its doorstep.”

The 300,000 sq ft flagship development comprises four floors of spectacular Grade A office space and an exclusive suite of penthouse offices, together with four prime retail units. Broad Gate has an exceptional roof terrace providing areas to work, rest and play, coupled with exemplary end of journey shower and locker facilities.

Verrus first moved into Broad Gate in 2011and Ian Cundale believes it is the perfect base for his predominantly young and dynamic team.

“Apart from its excellent facilities and attractive office space, together with parking, Broad Gate is close to the beating heart of Leeds, with bars, restaurants and nightlife all close by which is ideal for a dynamic recruitment company. In view of all this, the decision to expand within the building, rather than look for office premises elsewhere, was an eas y one to make.”