Talent Locker

Built on Trust: A Long-Term Partnership That Drives Growth

Talent Locker has been working with 3R and supplying talent for over 10+ years as a specialist recruitment consultancy. They are trusted by organisations driving change across Technology & Transformation, ERP & CRM, AI/ML & Data Science, and Defence & Security.

Known for their people-first approach, they work on a preferred and exclusive basis with SMEs through to FTSE-listed organisations.

Pic: Martyn, Talent Locker Joint MD and Dan, 3R's MD catching up

£6.5M

Annual Turnover - grown to be a million pound+ NFI agency

2x

Global Recruiter Awards (Employer Brand and Service)

85%

Client Retention - building loyalty and advocacy

3R has supported Talent Locker since its foundation in 2015, guiding the business through rapid growth, market changes, and economic challenges. This support has helped Talent Locker emerge stronger, with a clear focus on markets, sales approach, and client delivery.

With 3R’s backing, Talent Locker has expanded into new sectors, including Defence & Security and AI/ML & Data Science, achieving JOSCAR accreditation and growing its client base efficiently.

A shared people-first approach underpins the partnership, reflected in high candidate and client recommendations, 5★ Google reviews, employer brand awards, and recognition on Glassdoor as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For.”

Looking ahead, Talent Locker continues to focus on long-term partnerships, investing in its people, and driving recruitment excellence, while championing diversity and sustainability initiatives.

We, of course, could not have achieved this growth - from an ever-expanding team, new office locations, overcoming challenges, and setting up new divisions within our company - without the incredible help and support from the 3R team.

Richard Barker , Joint Managing Director

Since launch, 3R has equipped Talent Locker with the tools and technology needed to stay focused on clients and candidates while maintaining strong operational control. By outsourcing back-office complexity, Talent Locker can operate efficiently, remain compliant, and manage risk as the business scales year on year.

Key technology and operational support includes:

Fully outsourced credit control, improving cash flow and reducing administrative burden
Compliance-driven back-office software with proactive technical support
Seamless functionality across contract, permanent, and project-based recruitment
Daily contractor payroll, with no timesheet deadlines and contractors paid within 2 days of approved timesheets
Contractor self-service portal, achieving a 4.8/5★ satisfaction rating
Invoice funding solutions supporting both UK and EU operations, enabling financial flexibility and growth

The back-office technology provided by 3R is extremely efficient, easy to use, and reliable. We constantly receive compliments on 3R’s systems from many clients and candidates on ease of use and speed of service.

By working with 3R we are able to offer contractors a 48-hour payroll service, which is well above industry standards.

Martyn Hurricks , Joint Managing Director

Talent Locker continues to scale at pace across profit, headcount, service offering, and brand reputation. Their vision is to be the recruitment consultancy most recommended by people driving change - and 3R remains a trusted partner in achieving that ambition.

Beyond technology and operations, 3R provides hands-on support, strategic insight, and ongoing guidance to help Talent Locker stand out in a competitive market. By continuously adding value and anticipating future needs, 3R supports Talent Locker in maintaining momentum, protecting service quality, and building long-term competitive advantage.

3R has gone above and beyond to support Talent Locker. The team is extremely professional and helpful, going the extra mile for us whenever we’ve needed them.

Not only are 3R exceptional in service quality and responsiveness, but they also provide added value through their industry knowledge and personalised support.

We couldn’t recommend them highly enough.

Richard Barker , Joint Managing Director

Examples of the added value are:

FTSE 100 client retention - we worked tirelessly with a key client to agree a bespoke invoice and payroll process to ensure Talent Locker could service them as they specifically required.
Service value - we help co-create educational content for their clients & contractors to showcase the benefits and value of our tech solution in their service offering and as such help them to charge a premium.
System training - we support new starters with back-office training and because we both use HubSpot for our marketing, (and we have super users in our team) we give best practice advice across that system too.
Market positioning - we share insights and trends and support with writing industry content for their blog.
Championing women in STEM - As a shared objective and with both companies having a high % female workforce, we work together to highlight the issue, educate through our joint content and put ourselves out there as role models.

It's been great to have the support of the 3R team while working at Talent Locker! I've collaborated with Kim and Kajal on a couple projects recently and they're both fantastic! Really responsive, supportive and friendly. Can't recommend 3R highly enough!
Bernadette Jones , Marketing Manager

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Built on Trust: A Long-Term Partnership That Drives Growth

£6.5M

Annual Turnover - grown to be a million pound+ NFI agency

2x

Global Recruiter Awards (Employer Brand and Service)

85%

Client Retention - building loyalty and advocacy

Driving sustained success and growth

Flexible technology powering accuracy, efficiency, and scale

Pic: Martyn & Rich, Talent Locker MD's joining 3R at the Spinnaker Tower to celebrate 10 years of service.

High-touch service that adds value at every step

Enabling Excellence

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