Every day, we’re here to support the people and businesses of Carlisle and Cumbria. Our mission is to bring clients and candidates together with a real focus on people and culture, helping local workplaces thrive. By working closely with our community, we’re building strong, long-term partnerships that make a difference right here at home.
Proactive Local Recruitment
NXT Recruitment supports Cumbrian businesses with multi-sector recruitment, always prioritising personal contact over impersonal processes.
Our Mission
Our Vision
Our ultimate goal is to be the trusted local partner for businesses across Carlisle and Cumbria. We help companies grow with passionate, skilled people while giving individuals the confidence to use their talents and build lasting careers. Just as importantly, we believe in giving back to our community, making sure the success we create together has a positive impact locally.
Our Process
With years of experience and a strong understanding of our industries, we’re able to connect passionate, skilled people with the right opportunities. For us, it’s about more than just making a placement – it’s about meeting people face to face, understanding what matters to them, and making a real difference for local businesses and candidates so they can grow and succeed together.
About us
NXT Recruitment was founded in 2014 by Jason Hodgson and Simon Glencross.
Based in Carlisle with a clear purpose: to give Cumbria a recruitment agency that truly understands its people and businesses. From the beginning, the team focused on doing things differently, going out to find the right talent rather than waiting for applications to arrive. This proactive, people-first approach quickly built trust, with businesses valuing the effort to understand their culture and candidates appreciating the care taken to match them with roles that fit their goals and lifestyle.
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Cynthia Waggah
10. July, 2026
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I cannot recommend Raluca highly enough. From the very first day I walked into NXT in Carlisle, she has been there to support, encourage and guide me every step of the way. She took the time to understand my experience and helped me transform my CV in a way that truly reflected my skills and potential. Thanks to her advice, professionalism and belief in me, I have been able to secure opportunities in a field I never imagined I could enter. What stands out most about Raluca is that she genuinely cares about the people she supports. She goes above and beyond to help, always taking the time to listen, encourage and provide practical guidance that makes a real difference. I am incredibly grateful for everything she has done for me. She has given me confidence, opened doors I never thought possible and played a huge part in helping me move into employment. Thank you, Raluca, for believing in me and for the amazing work you do every day. Please keep doing what you’re doing you are changing lives and I am truly thankful to have had your support.
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Niyant Kumar
9. July, 2026
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I just ask for the job yesterday from raluca and in just one day she find a job for me She is the best thank you so much raluca
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Cornel Ostriceanu
7. July, 2026
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As a new starter Raluca guide me thru everithing explain me all the options helping me to take the best decision . NXT is a great team and i have seen it from the firts moment Thank you all
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Supercam2910
6. July, 2026
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Sarah and Simon were a great help!
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Kerry Mackenzie
1. July, 2026
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Really enjoyed my meeting with Simon today. I found the experience comfortable and very professional.
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Vasile morosanu
29. June, 2026
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Professional and totally dedicated,every detail was explained thoroughly.thanks Raluca!
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Jessica Catterall
24. June, 2026
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I had a meeting with Simon from NXT on 20/05, and had an interview secured by the end of that same day for 01/06. In my meeting with Simon, he asked my interests, what i want out of a role, the ideal role i was looking for and more to ensure he knew exactly what i was wanting. He has been brilliant at keeping in touch and making sure i was kept up to date with what was happening and what to do next. Thank you Simon!
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Rafaela Slovac
19. June, 2026
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I would like to thank Raluca for all her help and support throughout the process. She was always professional, friendly, and responsive whenever I had questions. Her guidance made everything much easier, and I truly appreciate her dedication. I highly recommend this agency and especially Raluca for her excellent work.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Adam Liddell
18. June, 2026
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Really good chat today very positive and happy I came to the meeting
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