Built as the alternative to large, impersonal agencies.
A boutique recruitment consultancy founded on one idea: that genuine conversation beats transactional process, every time.
Founded in 2021. Built on frustration with the status quo.
Bastion Recruitment is a boutique recruitment consultancy established in 2021 by Stephen Keddie. Built as an alternative to large agencies, Bastion was founded to challenge impersonal, transactional recruitment methods that put process ahead of people.
With over 20 years of recruitment expertise, Stephen brings a deliberately smaller, more attentive approach, delivering tailored recruitment solutions with a strong focus on relationships, quality, and long-term success.
"Create an ongoing value exchange to deliver timely, no-fuss solutions and better results."
Cooperation, knowledge sharing and giving back — that's the value exchange we mean.
Human-centred, not automated.
We prioritise meaningful, human-driven conversations over automated processes — building genuine relationships rather than transactional interactions, with both the businesses and the people we work with.
Deep expertise
Genuine industry knowledge and technical understanding, not generic recruiting playbooks.
Scale, when it counts
Capability to deliver large-scale and international recruitment without losing the personal touch.
Established relationships
Strong, long-standing networks across our specialist sectors.
Longevity over speed
We weigh cultural fit and long-term success ahead of quick, forgettable placements.
The person behind the conversations.
Stephen Keddie
With over 20 years of recruitment experience, Stephen has built a reputation for delivering tailored permanent, temporary, and contract recruitment solutions across a wide range of industries. He has partnered with organisations of all sizes, working with professionals from graduates through to CEOs, and is known for his strategic, consultative, and relationship-focused approach.
Stephen believes successful recruitment starts with understanding people. By taking the time to understand each client's goals, culture, and hiring needs, he delivers personalised solutions built on honesty, transparency, and long-term partnerships.
Combining extensive market knowledge with industry expertise, Stephen is committed to helping organisations secure exceptional talent while supporting candidates in achieving their career goals.
Specialist focus across three sectors.
Want to talk about your next hire — or your next role?
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