One of Wales' leading recruitment firms is planning for future growth after a record year in business. ALS People, based in Caerphilly, has announced that it has achieved a turnover of £50m.
Chief executive Steve Lanigan said the milestone and the company's underlying profits have "set the foundations for future growth".
He said: "In 2020, we saw a rapid expansion of our temporary worker section as businesses required urgent help. Before the pandemic, we were ahead of the curve, operating with a limited office infrastructure with regional support in key º£½ÇÊÓƵ areas.
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"This allows us to maximise our management presence, adding a personalised service to our clients. Our outstanding management team continues delivering exemplary service levels to allow us to continue our exciting expansion."
ALS, which employs 42 staff, was listed on the Fast Growth 50 in 2022 after achieving record growth of £17million during the 2021 / 2022 period, more than doubling revenue in the last two years.
The firm provides flexible workforce solutions to clients within specialist sectors, including recycling, manufacturing and logistics. It recently gained a GLAA licence, allowing it to expand its services to the food industry.
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The firm recently expanded into Northern Ireland, Mr Lanigan is joined by managing director Tom Diamond, finance director, Bethan Michael, and operations director, Joe Morris.
Mr Lanigan said: "‘Our hands-on, partnership approach to customers and an ethical approach to candidates has delivered substantial growth through one of the most challenging times. By tailoring our approach to our workers’ needs, we provide a motivated and aspirational workforce to help our customers achieve their goals."
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