Chester&Aldgate Ltd

Chester & Aldgate Ltd is a specialist recruitment firm founded in 2014 that focuses exclusively on identifying and placing top-tier executive assistants, office managers, team assistants, chiefs of staff, receptionists and other operational professionals. The company operates primarily as a referrals-based business, leveraging its extensive network and deep sector expertise to deliver exceptional matches for clients. What distinguishes Chester & Aldgate from competitors is the founder Janette Chester's first-hand experience as an executive assistant herself, having begun her career in global firms across South Africa and London before leading executive assistant support for a multibillion-dollar global management consultancy. Throughout her career, Janette has recruited, developed and led thousands of executive assistants and support professionals whilst overseeing business operations, transformations and shared service models across every sector.

Chester & Aldgate serves clients across a diverse range of industries and sectors, from brand new start-ups through to top publicly listed firms in the UK. The company's approach centres on achieving the right fit and chemistry between candidate and employer, recognising that operational excellence requires more than technical skills. The firm works with senior professionals and leaders across financial services, professional services, technology, healthcare, manufacturing and numerous other sectors, tailoring its search methodology to each client's unique requirements.

Operating primarily from London with global reach, Chester & Aldgate distinguishes itself through its bespoke, personalised service model. Beyond traditional recruitment, the company offers end-to-end support including role creation, onboarding and in-role mentoring, alongside a streamlined interview process entirely facilitated by the Chester & Aldgate team. Clients choose the firm for its discretion, deep sector knowledge, proactive candidate search capabilities and commitment to ensuring every placement succeeds through comprehensive support throughout the entire process.