UK recruitment company RTC Group (LSE:RTC) reported a modest decline in revenue for 2025 but managed to hold operating profit and EBITDA steady, supported by tighter cost management and stronger demand for contract and temporary staffing.
For the full year, the company generated revenue of £95.54 million, alongside EBIT of £2.60 million and EBITDA of £3.30 million. Gross profit reached £17.88 million, while profit before tax came in at £2.49 million.
During the year, RTC Group returned £1.6 million to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks, and the board has proposed an increase to the final dividend.
Trading performance was helped by a greater emphasis on contract and temporary placements, which compensated for weaker permanent recruitment activity within the UK business. At the same time, the company faced rising cost pressures due to higher employment-related expenses, including increases in national insurance contributions and the minimum wage.
Revenue in the International division declined following the completion of a charter flight contract and the conclusion of several other projects.
Looking ahead, RTC said trading in 2026 has begun strongly, particularly within its infrastructure-focused operations. However, management cautioned that rising employment costs and potential regulatory changes could continue to create uncertainty.
Over the longer term, the company believes it is well positioned to benefit from the UK’s planned £700 billion investment in infrastructure, which is expected to support sustained demand for skilled labour.
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