Our Story
In 2002, we had a simple but powerful idea: the health, fitness, and leisure sector deserved a recruitment service as specialised and dynamic as the industry itself. Starting with just a laptop, a dial-up connection, and a determination to do things differently, we began connecting with some of the most prominent leaders in leisure. Those early conversations laid the foundation for what would become 4Leisure Recruitment.
More than two decades later, our mission remains the same. We’ve grown into a trusted recruitment partner for a wide range of businesses and professionals across the leisure industry - all while staying true to our people-first approach. Whether helping organisations find exceptional talent or guiding candidates toward their next opportunity, we remain committed to delivering specialist recruitment services tailored to the unique needs of our sector.
Our Growth Timeline Through the Years
2002
From a pub conversation, company launched as Grads4Leisure with a focus on placing Sports Science graduates into health club jobs
2003
Established supply of permanent front line staff into major health club chains
2004
Developed offering to include Executive Search and Selection with several high profile appointments
2005
Rebranded to 4Leisure Recruitment expanding into the provision of middle and senior management
2006
Expanded provision into spa, beauty and aesthetics
2007
Expanded into the provision of staff into Active Entertainment and Hospitality & Catering sectors
2009
Temp division launched servicing vital front line leisure roles
2012
Temp supply expanded into premium spa and beauty
2016
Appointment of Amy and Lizi as Divisional Managers
2020
Launch of Managed Services providing fully outsourced recruitment together with hosted careers pages
2024
Promotion of Amy to Director
Implementation of full digital booking and workforce planning system
2025
Progression of digital transformation to full self-service booking functionality
