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At STR Group, our Client Solutions Executives engage organisations across specialist STEM industries to understand how they deliver critical projects, overcome resource constraints and access specialist expertise.
You'll be the engine at the top of our sales funnel identifying potential clients, starting meaningful commercial conversations and generating qualified opportunities for our Client Services Directors.
This is broader than traditional recruitment sales.
Depending on the client's objectives, the right solution could involve permanent or contract recruitment, staff augmentation, multi-hire campaigns, project teams, Statement of Work delivery, retained search, or market intelligence and workforce consulting.
Working closely with a Client Services Director, you'll qualify each opportunity before providing a comprehensive handover for solution design, commercial discussions and deal closure.
You'll gain exposure to a wide range of workforce and project delivery models while developing the commercial knowledge and credibility required to become a trusted client advisor.
Working at STR
STR Group is an international workforce and project solutions consultancy specialising in high-tech facilities, life sciences, engineering and technology, marine and automation.
Since our inception in 2000, we have continued to evolve alongside our clients and the STEM industries we support.
Our approach begins with understanding what a client is trying to achieve.
We diagnose the challenge, evaluate the available options and design a solution aligned with the client's commercial and operational objectives.
What will you be doing?
As a Client Solutions Executive, you'll play an important role in that process by identifying organisations with emerging workforce or delivery challenges and connecting them with the expertise and solutions needed to achieve their goals.
You will be:
Identifying prospective clients and developing strategic target accounts across specialist STEM sectors
Engaging new clients through telephone, email, LinkedIn, networking and targeted marketing campaigns
Researching organisations investing in capital projects, operational improvements, digital transformation, manufacturing expansion and other business-critical programmes
Building relationships with engineering leaders, project directors, operations managers, procurement teams, HR, talent acquisition and executive stakeholders
Holding consultative conversations to understand clients' objectives, project scope, programme timelines, delivery risks and internal capabilities
Identifying where STR can add value through retained search, staff augmentation, contract project teams, multi-hire permanent projects, Statement of Work solutions, workforce consulting, or permanent and contract recruitment
Generating and scheduling high-quality discovery meetings for the Client Services Director
What are we looking for?
Experienced in business development, sales development, lead generation or client engagement within a B2B environment
Confident initiating conversations and engaging senior technical, operational and commercial stakeholders
Comfortable with proactive outbound business development and working towards performance targets
Consultative and solutions-led, with the ability to recognise that every client requires a different approach
Organised and disciplined when managing CRM records, prospecting activity and opportunity pipelines
An excellent communicator with strong relationship-building skills
Interested in developing expertise across specialist STEM markets and complex workforce solutions
What are we offering you?
A clear pathway into senior business development, client solutions, strategic account management and consulting
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated in-house experts
Structured training and mentoring from experienced commercial leaders
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
Employee of the Month and Employee of the Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at Michelin-recommended restaurants
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Annual, all-expenses-paid incentive trips for top performers
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
This is an opportunity to build a highly rewarding commercial career while developing genuine expertise in specialist global markets.
You'll help organisations overcome complex workforce and project delivery challenges while contributing directly to the continued growth of STR Group.
STR is committed to offering applicants with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Apply today and take the next step in your career as a Client Solutions Executive with STR Group.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £34000 - £38000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-12 15:48:35
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To help you transition into the role, new starters will receive a commission accelerator of up to £1,500 paid over the first 6 months to provide additional support while developing their pipeline and market knowledge.
Year 1 OTE £30,000
Year 2 OTE £50,000 - £70,000
Year 3 OTE £80,000 - £100,000
Are you already working in recruitment or sales and ready to step into a role where your effort directly drives your earnings? Do you want exposure to international markets, structured development, and a clear route to progression within a high-performing recruitment business?
At STR, recruitment goes beyond filling vacancies.
We operate as true market specialists and strategic partners, delivering consultancy-led solutions that shape businesses and careers globally.
You'll join a high-performing environment where your expertise is recognised, your market knowledge is valued, and your billings potential is uncapped.
Working at STR
This Recruitment Consultant position sits within Blackedge, one of STR Group's specialist brands, focusing on the international data centre market a fast-growing, highly technical sector with global reach and long-term demand.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone already working in recruitment who wants to branch into a new market or a sales professional looking to move into recruitment and build a specialist desk You'll work with international clients and candidates, develop long-term relationships, and grow your desk with the support of STR's award-winning training and leadership teams.
STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
What will you be doing?
You will learn to source potential clients and grow your business via outbound sales
You will network on platforms such as LinkedIn to build a pool of candidates
You will work on building and developing excellent client and candidate relationships
You will be writing, advertising, and marketing vacancies via a variety of channels
You will learn how to negotiate Terms of Business with cooperate clients
You will focus on your own personalised KPIs and financial targets
You will have full control over your earning potential and career progression
What are we offering you?
Structured, clear, performance-based career progression opportunities with the ability to fast-track promotions
Up to 30% commission scheme
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated inhouse expert
Flexible and hybrid working available upon completion of the Training Academy and subject to maintaining performance targets
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Modern, slick, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including pool & football tables)
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars and fresh fruit every day
Employee of the Month & Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at 5
* restaurants
EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) board
Training Academy graduation celebratory lunch
Top Billers have the chance to go on all-paid holidays to Las Vegas, Ibiza, Iceland, New York or Dubai every year!
Annual Awards, Summer & Christmas parties, celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweets bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus and additional holiday, depending on length of service!
23 days' holiday plus bank holidays (rising by 1 day each year of service, capped at 28 days)
Option to purchase up to 5 days' extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from day 1!
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commits to offering those with disabilities an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you and you want to find out more, then apply today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £25000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-12 14:53:05
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To help you transition into the role, new starters will receive a commission accelerator of up to £1,500 paid over the first 6 months to provide additional support while developing their pipeline and market knowledge.
Year 1 OTE £35,000
Year 2 OTE £50,000 - £70,000
Year 3 OTE £80,000 - £100,000+
We're looking for driven, ambitious individuals who enjoy working towards goals and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Whether you're a graduate starting your career, have gained experience in sales, retail, hospitality, customer service or are simply looking for an opportunity where your success directly impacts your earnings and progression, Talos Automation offers a clear career path, uncapped earning potential, and the opportunity to build an exciting international career.
From your first day, you'll join our award-winning Training Academy, giving you the skills, knowledge and support needed to build a successful career in recruitment.
Based in our UK office, you'll specialise in the US software and logistics markets, partnering with clients and candidates across these rapidly growing sectors.
This is a thriving area experiencing significant growth, creating exciting opportunities for those looking to build a successful and rewarding career.
Working within Talos Automation means you'll operate internationally from day one, developing relationships across the United States while becoming a specialist in a highly sought-after industry.
As your career progresses, there will be opportunities to travel and further develop your network within the market.
For those with aspirations to work abroad, we can help make that happen.
Several consultants have successfully relocated from our UK offices to our Detroit office after building successful careers within the business, and the same opportunity could be available to you.
Working at STR STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
What will you be doing?
Sourcing potential clients and growing your business through solution-focused outbound sales
Networking on different platforms to build high-quality candidate pools
Building and developing strong client and candidate relationships
Advertising, marketing and presenting vacancies with a focus on client outcomes
Negotiating Terms of Business with corporate clients
Managing personalised KPIs and financial targets
Taking full control over your career progression and earning potential
What are we offering you?
Structured, transparent and performance-based career progression
Uncapped commission of up to 30%
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated in-house experts
Flexible and hybrid working following completion of the Training Academy, subject to maintaining performance targets
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
Employee of the Month and Employee of the Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches Michelin recommended restaurants
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Training Academy graduation celebration
Annual, all-expenses-paid incentive trips for top performers
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
This is an opportunity to build a highly rewarding career while developing genuine expertise in specialist global markets.
STR is committed to offering applicants with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Apply today and begin your career as a Recruitment Consultant with STR Group.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £25000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-12 13:23:19
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Are you an experienced recruitment manager or a successful senior team leader ready to take the next step in your career?
Blackedge Consulting is looking for a commercially driven Operations Manager to lead, develop and grow our specialist team while continuing to build and bill their own desk.
We provide highly skilled technical talent for controlled and regulated environments across data centres, semiconductors, batteries, specialty chemicals, power and energy.
You'll lead from the front coaching consultants, driving team performance, developing new business and building lasting relationships with key clients.
We're looking for a proven biller with leadership experience, strong commercial instincts and the ambition to take greater ownership of a growing specialist business.
Working at STR
STR Group is an international workforce and project solutions consultancy specialising in high-tech facilities, life sciences, engineering and technology, marine and automation.
Since our inception in 2000, we have continued to evolve alongside our clients and the STEM industries we support.
Our approach begins with understanding what a client is trying to achieve.
We diagnose the challenge, evaluate the available options and design a solution aligned with the client's commercial and operational objectives.
What are we looking for?
Proven success in permanent or contract recruitment, with a strong personal billing record
Experience managing a team or senior team leadership experience with the ambition to step into an Operations Manager role
The ability to lead from the front while developing and billing your own desk
Experience coaching consultants, managing performance and supporting individual development plans
Strong commercial awareness, including revenue forecasting, target setting and identifying growth opportunities
A track record of winning new business and developing lasting client relationships
A confident, accountable and proactive leadership style
The ambition to grow a specialist team and contribute to the wider success of Blackedge Consulting
What are we offering you?
Uncapped commission of up to 30%
Flexible and hybrid working following completion of the Training Academy, subject to maintaining performance targets
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
Employee of the Month and Employee of the Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches Michelin recommended restaurants
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Annual, all-expenses-paid incentive trips for top performers
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
This is an opportunity to take greater ownership of a growing specialist recruitment business while continuing to develop your own successful desk.
If you're an established recruitment manager or a high-performing senior team leader ready for the next step we'd like to hear from you.
STR Group is committed to offering applicants with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Apply today to join Blackedge Consulting as our Operations Manager
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £50000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-12 11:54:33
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Are you a proactive and creative marketer looking for an opportunity to develop your experience, take ownership of varied projects and make a visible impact? STR Group is looking for a Marketing Assistant to support Blackfield Associates, our specialist life sciences talent and workforce solutions brand.
This opportunity would suit someone in the early stages of their marketing career who already has some practical experience within a marketing role.
You might currently be working as a Marketing Assistant, Marketing Executive or in a similar junior level position and be ready to broaden your skills and responsibilities.
What matters most is that you are curious, commercially aware, organised and keen to turn ideas into engaging marketing activity.
About Blackfield Associates
Blackfield Associates is a specialist talent and workforce solutions business supporting highly regulated industries, including life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and advanced manufacturing.
Working closely with the STR Group marketing team and Blackfield's Senior Leadership Team, you will support the development of the brand, content, digital presence and employer reputation.
What will you be doing?
This is a varied, hands-on position offering exposure to a broad range of marketing channels.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the development of the Blackfield Associates website, including its content, messaging and user experience
Helping position Blackfield as a specialist consultancy and workforce solutions partner
Managing and growing Blackfield's presence across LinkedIn and Instagram
Developing content plans and posting schedules for the Senior Leadership Team and consultants
Producing marketing and sales collateral, including brochures, presentations, case studies and capability documents
Assisting with salary surveys, contractor rate guides, market reports and industry insights
Supporting campaigns that strengthen Blackfield's employer brand and attract recruiters, consultants and technical professionals
Helping plan, coordinate and promote client, recruitment and industry events
Monitoring campaign and social media performance, producing reports and identifying opportunities to improve engagement
What are we offering you?
Flexible and hybrid working
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
This is an opportunity to develop a rewarding marketing career while gaining valuable experience with a specialist life sciences brand.
STR Group is committed to offering applicants with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Apply today and take the next step in your career as a Marketing Assistant with Blackfield Associates.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £25000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-05 15:40:58
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Are you an experienced recruitment professional or sales leader ready to manage and develop a growing team within the global life sciences market? Blackfield Associates, part of STR Group, is looking for a Team Manager to lead our US-focused team.
You'll combine hands-on commercial activity with team leadership, supporting consultants to build relationships, develop specialist markets and deliver tailored talent, workforce and project solutions.
Working from our Portsmouth office, you'll lead a team partnering with US-based clients and specialist professionals across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and regulated manufacturing sectors.
You'll coach performance, strengthen commercial capability and help the team establish trusted, long-term client partnerships.
Working at Blackfield Associates
Blackfield Associates is STR Group's leading international life sciences consultancy.
We help organisations secure critical STEM professionals, build specialist teams and deliver complex projects across the complete product lifecycle.
Our approach starts with understanding what a client is trying to achieve, the challenges standing in their way and the specialist expertise required to deliver a successful outcome.
What will you be doing?
Managing, motivating and developing a team focused on the US life sciences market
Setting clear expectations and supporting the team to achieve personalised KPIs, revenue targets and business-development objectives
Providing regular coaching, feedback and performance reviews
Leading by example through hands-on client development and commercial activity
Helping consultants identify prospective US clients and grow their specialist markets through solution-focused outbound sales
Building influential relationships with senior stakeholders and specialist life sciences professionals
Using market insight and performance data to identify commercial opportunities and guide team strategy
Reviewing and supporting tailored commercial proposals, including critical hires, retained assignments, multi-hire programmes and full project delivery
Monitoring team pipelines, forecasts and activity to maintain consistent performance
Working closely with senior leadership to support the continued growth of Blackfield Associates
What are we looking for?
Experienced in recruitment, talent solutions or consultative sales
Able to lead, motivate and develop a commercial team
Commercially minded and motivated by measurable success
Comfortable leading a team working within a fast-paced US market
Skilled at developing relationships with clients, candidates and internal stakeholders
Curious and able to ask thoughtful questions to uncover the real business challenge
Resilient, proactive and willing to take ownership
What are we offering you?
A four-day working week
Uncapped commission of up to 30%
Structured, transparent and performance-based career progression
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
Employee of the Month and Employee of the Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at Michelin-recommended restaurants
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Board
Annual, all-expenses-paid incentive trips for top performers
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
This is an opportunity to lead and develop a growing team, gain exposure to the US market and build your management career within the global life sciences industry all while benefiting from a four-day working week.
STR Group is committed to offering applicants with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Apply today to join Blackfield Associates, part of STR Group, as our new Team Manager.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Commission
Posted: 2026-08-05 15:15:28
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To support your transition into the role, you'll receive a commission accelerator of up to £1,500, paid across your first six months while you develop your specialist market knowledge, client network and sales pipeline.
Year 1 OTE: £35,000
Year 2 OTE: £50,000-£70,000
Year 3 OTE: £80,000-£100,000+
Are you a recent graduate or an ambitious salesperson looking for a career where your commercial ability can make a measurable impact? Or are you a consultant currently working a UK recruitment desk where your market is saturated and your fees and timesheets are consistently driven down.
Why not explore a better and lucrative way!
At STR Group, our Solutions Consultants partner with organisations across specialist STEM industries to understand their business challenges and develop tailored talent, and project solutions to help address them.
You'll learn how to secure critical STEM professionals, build multi-disciplinary project teams and work towards supporting the delivery of complex technical programmes worldwide.
We'll teach you how to develop new business, diagnose client challenges, use data and market intelligence, build influential relationships and present compelling commercial solutions.
Working with professionals and decision-makers across multiple time zones, you'll develop the specialist knowledge and credibility needed to become a trusted advisor.
At STR, that's the level you'll begin building towards from day one.
Working at STR
STR Group is an international workforce and project solutions consultancy specialising in high-tech facilities, life sciences, engineering and technology, marine and automation.
Since our inception in 2000, we have continued to evolve alongside our clients and the STEM industries we support.
Our approach begins with understanding what a client is trying to achieve.
We diagnose the challenge, evaluate the available options and design a solution aligned with the client's commercial and operational objectives.
What will you be doing?
Identifying prospective clients and growing your specialist market through solution-focused outbound sales
Consulting with clients to understand their business objectives, workforce challenges and project requirements
Building influential relationships with senior stakeholders and specialist STEM professionals
Identifying, engaging and assessing specialist professionals for business-critical opportunities
Creating and presenting tailored commercial proposals, from critical hires and retained assignments to multi-hire and full project delivery
Managing the full consultancy process, from diagnosing the initial requirement through to successful delivery and ongoing partnership
Managing personalised KPIs, revenue targets and your own developing business pipeline
Taking ownership of your career progression and earning potential
What are we offering you?
Structured, transparent and performance-based career progression
Uncapped commission of up to 30%
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated in-house experts
Flexible and hybrid working following completion of the Training Academy, subject to maintaining performance targets
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
Employee of the Month and Employee of the Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches Michelin recommended restaurants
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Training Academy graduation celebration
Annual, all-expenses-paid incentive trips for top performers
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
This is an opportunity to build a highly rewarding career while developing genuine expertise in specialist global markets.
STR is committed to offering applicants with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Apply today and begin your career as a Solutions Consultant with STR Group.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £25000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-05 15:14:19
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Are you a proactive and creative marketer looking for an opportunity to develop your experience, take ownership of varied projects and make a visible impact? STR Group is looking for a Marketing Assistant to support Blackfield Associates, our specialist life sciences talent and workforce solutions brand.
This opportunity would suit someone in the early stages of their marketing career who already has some practical experience within a marketing role.
You might currently be working as a Marketing Assistant, Marketing Executive or in a similar junior level position and be ready to broaden your skills and responsibilities.
What matters most is that you are curious, commercially aware, organised and keen to turn ideas into engaging marketing activity.
About Blackfield Associates
Blackfield Associates is a specialist talent and workforce solutions business supporting highly regulated industries, including life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and advanced manufacturing.
Working closely with the STR Group marketing team and Blackfield's Senior Leadership Team, you will support the development of the brand, content, digital presence and employer reputation.
What will you be doing?
This is a varied, hands-on position offering exposure to a broad range of marketing channels.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the development of the Blackfield Associates website, including its content, messaging and user experience
Helping position Blackfield as a specialist consultancy and workforce solutions partner
Managing and growing Blackfield's presence across LinkedIn and Instagram
Creating engaging content, including blogs, videos, market updates, client stories and career insights
Developing content plans and posting schedules for the Senior Leadership Team and consultants
Producing marketing and sales collateral, including brochures, presentations, case studies and capability documents
Assisting with salary surveys, contractor rate guides, market reports and industry insights
Supporting campaigns that strengthen Blackfield's employer brand and attract recruiters, consultants and technical professionals
Helping plan, coordinate and promote client, recruitment and industry events
Monitoring campaign and social media performance, producing reports and identifying opportunities to improve engagement
What are we offering you?
Flexible and hybrid working
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
This is an opportunity to develop a rewarding marketing career while gaining valuable experience with a specialist life sciences brand.
STR Group is committed to offering applicants with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Apply today and take the next step in your career as a Marketing Assistant with Blackfield Associates.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £28000 per annum
Posted: 2026-08-05 15:02:40
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Regional Sales Account Manager - EMEA
£50,000 Basic + Commission (OTE £70,000-£80,000) | Guildford | International Travel
Are you an experienced international sales professional with a strong track record of managing export markets and driving growth across EMEA?
We're recruiting on behalf of a global manufacturer of innovative industrial technology, looking for a commercially driven Regional Sales Account Manager to develop distributor networks, grow strategic accounts and expand business across Europe, the Middle East and India.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading business with an established global customer base, where you'll have genuine autonomy to shape your territory and influence international growth.
What you'll be doing:
Managing and developing sales across EMEA territories.
Building strong relationships with distributors, resellers and key accounts.
Identifying new business opportunities and delivering sustainable sales growth.
Managing forecasts, pipeline and CRM activity.
Representing the business at customer meetings, trade shows and international events.
What we're looking for:
Proven experience in export or international sales within an engineering, industrial or manufacturing environment.
Experience managing distributors, channel partners or reseller networks.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to develop long-term customer relationships.
Comfortable travelling internationally (up to 50%).
A second European language is highly desirable, particularly German, although French, Spanish, Italian or Dutch would also be advantageous.
Package:
£50,000 basic salary
Realistic OTE of £70,000-£80,000
7% employer pension contribution
Private medical insurance
Car salary sacrifice scheme
Free parking and EV charging
Long-term career progression within a growing international business.
If you're looking for an international sales role where you can make a real impact and enjoy regular overseas travel, we'd love to hear from you. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Guildford, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £55000 per annum + OTE £70-£80k
Posted: 2026-08-05 12:13:01
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A client of mine who is a Large Housing Association and Property Maintenance Company are looking to Recruit an experienced Carpenter-Multi on a full time permanent basis to join their Team in Southampton.
As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road they will provide you with a van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.
What you'll do:
As a Carpenter you will carry out all forms of carpentry repairs in our properties as part of our Responsive Repairs Team or Empty Homes Team and elsewhere depending on demands.
1st fix and 2nd fix carpentry
Install windows, doors, door frames - Internal and external.
UPVC servicing and installation
Locksmithing and gaining entry via lock snapping, drilling and picking.
Repair fire doors, frames, and other fire-rated components
Undertake fire stopping carpentry works in accordance with regulations
You'll also benefit from:
£335 yearly Tool Allowance
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
3 x Wellbeing Days 2 x Paid Volunteering Days
Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
A van and fuel card for business travel
iPhone and iPad
Generous company pension scheme, matched up to 12%
Life cover 4 x annual salary
SmartTech - Buy an electrical item and pay it off through your salary over 12 months.
What you'll need:
You should have experience within a similar role, ideally from within a Residential/Housing sector and must be qualified to a minimum of NVQ level 2 OR have a minimum of 5 years proven track record working in carpentry.
Due to the requirement to travel, you must hold a full and current driving licence with a minimum of 2 years experience and have the ability to drive and take home a company van.
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Type: Permanent Location: Southampton, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £36500 per annum + Van, Fuel Card, Pension
Posted: 2026-07-29 14:19:32
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We're looking for an experienced CNC Turner to join a leading aerospace MRO business.
You'll be manufacturing and repairing precision aircraft components using CNC lathes with Fanuc controls, working to tight tolerances and high-quality standards.
Working Hours: 14:00 - 22:00
Key Responsibilities
Set up, operate and program 2 and 3-axis CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
Machine and repair precision aircraft components.
Read and work from engineering drawings.
Inspect components using imperial measuring equipment.
Complete production and quality paperwork.
Follow all health, safety and quality procedures.
What We're Looking For
Experience operating and programming CNC lathes with Fanuc controls.
Able to read engineering drawings and use precision measuring equipment.
Aerospace or MRO experience is beneficial but not essential.
Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Reliable, organised and able to work well as part of a team.
Benefits
Flight discounts and reduced travel rates.
Buy and sell annual leave.
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
Annual wellbeing day.
Discounts on retail, hotels and leisure.
Employer pension contributions.
Discounted gym memberships.
Company events and sports clubs.
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Type: Permanent Location: Hayes, England
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £46000 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-27 15:58:28
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To help you transition into the role, new starters will receive a commission accelerator of up to £1,500, paid over their first six months, providing additional support while they develop their pipeline and market knowledge.
Year 1 OTE: £30,000
Year 2 OTE: £50,000-£70,000
Year 3 OTE: £80,000-£100,000
Are you a recent graduate or already thriving in a sales role, with a natural drive for success? This Account Executive opportunity sits within Navis Consulting, STR Group's specialist maritime brand where you will work on an exciting international cruise desk.
You'll connect talented maritime professionals with leading cruise businesses and projects around the world, developing specialist market knowledge and building relationships across a truly global industry.
At STR Group, recruitment is about more than filling roles; it's about delivering consultancy services, creating business solutions and making a tangible impact for clients.
From your very first day, you'll join our award-winning Training Academy, gaining the skills and knowledge needed to identify opportunities, advise clients, build lasting relationships and develop a successful recruitment career.
Working across international markets and multiple time zones, you'll become a trusted recruitment partner to candidates and clients within the cruise sector.
You'll build a strong professional network, develop your own specialist market and work towards managing complex, high-value recruitment assignments.
Working at STR
STR Group is an international workforce and project solutions consultancy specialising in high-tech facilities, life sciences, engineering and technology, marine and automation.
Since our inception in 2000, we have continued to evolve alongside our clients and the STEM industries we support.
Our approach begins with understanding what a client is trying to achieve.
We diagnose the challenge, evaluate the available options and design a solution aligned with the client's commercial and operational objectives
What will you be doing?
Networking across different platforms to build an international pool of specialist cruise and maritime candidates.
Building and developing excellent, long-term relationships with candidates.
Developing your knowledge of the international cruise market and becoming a trusted sector specialist.
Writing, advertising and marketing vacancies through a variety of channels.
Supporting clients with their recruitment needs and helping to identify new business opportunities.
Working towards personalised KPIs and financial targets.
Taking control of your earning potential and career progression.
What are we offering you?
Structured, transparent and performance-based career progression
Uncapped commission of up to 30%
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated in-house experts
Flexible and hybrid working following completion of the Training Academy, subject to maintaining performance targets
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
Employee of the Month and Employee of the Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches Michelin recommended restaurants
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Training Academy graduation celebration
Annual, all-expenses-paid incentive trips for top performers
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
This is an opportunity to build a highly rewarding career while developing genuine expertise in specialist global markets.
STR is committed to offering applicants with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Apply today and begin your career with STR Group.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £25000 per annum + Commission
Posted: 2026-07-27 12:03:14
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Are you looking to develop your career within an exciting and growing international recruitment business and consultancy? We are seeking a proactive, collaborative, commercially minded and detail-oriented Legal & Compliance Lead to support legal, regulatory and compliance activities across the STR Group in the UK but predominantly internationally.
Whilst STR's head office is in the UK, the role will also support the Group's US entity.
Working at STR
STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
As a Legal & Compliance Lead at STR, your role will include:
Working as an integral part of the wider in house Legal & Compliance Team, supporting both the Legal & Compliance Director and the Compliance Team;
Managing the Group's ISO 9001 2015 audit process;
Providing internal and external support alongside the Group's Legal & Compliance Director for all legal & compliance related queries both in the UK and internationally;
Supporting the Legal & Compliance Team by managing the contract review process, including the review, advising and negotiating of client and contractor terms;
Reviewing, maintaining and updating Group policies in line with regulatory and legislative change and best practice;
Reviewing, maintaining and updating Group terms of business in line with regulatory and legislative change, Group commercial appetite and best practice;
Producing bespoke terms in response to business need/offering alongside contractual wording, addendums and variations;
Monitoring and advising on legislative reform;
Working closely with and supporting the Compliance Team with contractor onboarding, queries, upskilling, mentoring and problem solving.
What we are looking for?
Whilst we offer training and ongoing support within a close knit and collaborative team, we are ideally looking for someone with:
Previous experience in legal, risk, compliance and/or a governance role(s)
Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
The ability to respond to a fluid workload and to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Experience reviewing policies and contracts
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Confidence working with internal stakeholders across the business
Good team building and collaboration skills alongside initiative and the ability to be a self-starter
What are we offering you?
Modern, slick, state of the art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including Pool & Football tables).
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars, and fresh fruit available every day
Employee of the Quarter
Quarterly Directors Lunches at 5
* restaurants
Annual awards, Summer & Christmas parties celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweet bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus & additional holiday depending on length of service!
23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising by one day each year of service capped at 28 days)
You can purchase up to 5 days extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from Day 1!
Company Pension scheme
Enhanced Maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you, then get in touch and apply today!
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Posted: 2026-07-27 11:52:06
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Are you looking to develop your career within an exciting and growing international recruitment business and consultancy? We are seeking a proactive, organised and detail-oriented Compliance & Onboarding Specialist to join STR Group's Legal & Compliance Team.
You will play an important role in ensuring that candidates, contractors and suppliers are onboarded compliantly and efficiently across our UK and international operations.
Working closely with our Senior Specialists, the Legal & Compliance Team and colleagues across the wider business, you will help ensure that STR operates in line with its internal processes, client requirements and all relevant statutory and regulatory obligations.
Working at STR
STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
As a Compliance & Onboarding Specialist at STR, your role will include:
Ensuring candidates and contractors in the UK and internationally are compliantly onboarded, with the correct contracts and documentation in place.
Conducting right-to-work and identity checks and obtaining required qualifications, accreditations, references and role-specific documents.
Monitoring contractor documentation throughout assignments and ensuring renewals are completed promptly.
Conducting due diligence and onboarding suppliers, umbrella companies and international payroll providers.
Ensuring limited company contractors have the required company information, insurance and IR35 Status Determination Statement or in-country equivalent.
Managing international background checks, drug screening and DBS applications through STR's third-party providers.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client, candidate, contractor and compliance records across STR's CRM and shared systems.
Preparing documentation for internal, client and accreditation audits and conducting regular compliance checks on placements.
Supporting clients, consultants, candidates and contractors with legal, compliance and onboarding enquiries.
What we are looking for?
Whilst we offer training and ongoing support within a close knit and collaborative team, we are ideally looking for someone with:
Experience within recruitment, compliance, onboarding, administration or a similar environment.
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to documentation and record-keeping.
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Confidence working with candidates, contractors, clients and internal stakeholders.
A proactive, responsible and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
What are we offering you?
Modern, slick, state of the art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including Pool & Football tables).
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars, and fresh fruit available every day
Employee of the Quarter
Quarterly Directors Lunches at 5
* restaurants
Annual awards, Summer & Christmas parties celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweet bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus & additional holiday depending on length of service!
23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising by one day each year of service capped at 28 days)
You can purchase up to 5 days extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from Day 1!
Company Pension scheme
Enhanced Maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you, then get in touch and apply today!
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £27000 - £30000 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-27 11:49:43
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Are you an experienced recruitment professional or sales leader ready to manage and develop a growing team within the global life sciences market? Blackfield Associates, part of STR Group, is looking for a Team Manager to lead our US-focused team.
You'll combine hands-on commercial activity with team leadership, supporting consultants to build relationships, develop specialist markets and deliver tailored talent, workforce and project solutions.
Working from our Portsmouth office, you'll lead a team partnering with US-based clients and specialist professionals across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and regulated manufacturing sectors.
You'll coach performance, strengthen commercial capability and help the team establish trusted, long-term client partnerships.
Working at Blackfield Associates
Blackfield Associates is STR Group's leading international life sciences consultancy.
We help organisations secure critical STEM professionals, build specialist teams and deliver complex projects across the complete product lifecycle.
Our approach starts with understanding what a client is trying to achieve, the challenges standing in their way and the specialist expertise required to deliver a successful outcome.
What will you be doing?
Managing, motivating and developing a team focused on the US life sciences market
Setting clear expectations and supporting the team to achieve personalised KPIs, revenue targets and business-development objectives
Providing regular coaching, feedback and performance reviews
Leading by example through hands-on client development and commercial activity
Helping consultants identify prospective US clients and grow their specialist markets through solution-focused outbound sales
Building influential relationships with senior stakeholders and specialist life sciences professionals
Using market insight and performance data to identify commercial opportunities and guide team strategy
Reviewing and supporting tailored commercial proposals, including critical hires, retained assignments, multi-hire programmes and full project delivery
Monitoring team pipelines, forecasts and activity to maintain consistent performance
Working closely with senior leadership to support the continued growth of Blackfield Associates
What are we looking for?
Experienced in recruitment, talent solutions or consultative sales
Able to lead, motivate and develop a commercial team
Commercially minded and motivated by measurable success
Comfortable leading a team working within a fast-paced US market
Skilled at developing relationships with clients, candidates and internal stakeholders
Curious and able to ask thoughtful questions to uncover the real business challenge
Resilient, proactive and willing to take ownership
What are we offering you?
A four-day working week
Uncapped commission of up to 30%
Structured, transparent and performance-based career progression
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
Employee of the Month and Employee of the Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at Michelin-recommended restaurants
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Board
Annual, all-expenses-paid incentive trips for top performers
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
This is an opportunity to lead and develop a growing team, gain exposure to the US market and build your management career within the global life sciences industry all while benefiting from a four-day working week.
STR Group is committed to offering applicants with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Apply today to join Blackfield Associates, part of STR Group, as our new Team Manager.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cosham, Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Commission
Posted: 2026-07-27 11:21:14
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Are you an experienced recruiter or successful salesperson looking for an exciting opportunity in Talent Acquisition? Do you enjoy building relationships, identifying great talent and helping people take the next step in their careers? Whether you come from a recruitment or sales background, if you're motivated, people-focused, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
We have a unique opportunity for a pro-active, game changing Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Talent Acquisition team here in Portsmouth.
You will help us to build a strong employer brand in the recruitment market, ensuring we acquire the best talent for STR's current needs and future growth ambitions, enabling us to position ourselves as an employer of choice.
Working at STR STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
What you'll be doing
As our Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be sourcing the best talent to bring into our business, ensuring we bring in people with the right skills and motivations.
As our Talent Acquisition Specialist some of your responsibilities will include:
Working closely with HR and business leaders to understand future growth plans and hiring requirements across the organisation.
Working with hiring managers to gain a deep understanding of role requirements, team dynamics, and long-term talent needs.
Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, including candidate screening, competency-based interviewing ensuring the selection of candidates who align with both role requirements and company values.
Proactively identifying opportunities to improve talent attraction, exploring new channels, employer branding initiatives and innovative recruitment approaches to strengthen candidate engagement.
Building and maintaining talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs, ensuring a consistent flow of qualified candidates across the business.
Using recruitment technology, job boards, social media and market insights to maximise candidate reach and support successful hiring outcomes.
What are we offering you?
A varied and challenging role where you can make a real difference and commitment to provide you with a personal development plan and clear career path including any required training.
Flexible and hybrid working available
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Modern, slick, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including pool & football tables)
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars and fresh fruit every day
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at 5
* restaurants
EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) board
Annual Awards, Summer & Christmas parties, celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweets bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus and additional holiday, depending on length of service!
23 days' holiday plus bank holidays (rising by 1 day each year of service, capped at 28 days)
Option to purchase up to 5 days' extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from day 1!
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commits to offering those with disabilities an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you, and you want access to STR's award-winning inhouse training, then apply today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £28000 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-24 16:05:45
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Year 1 OTE £35,000
Year 2 OTE £50,000 - £70,000
Year 3 OTE £80,000 - £100,000+
Are you a recent graduate or thriving in a sales role with a natural drive for success? At STR Group, recruitment is more than filling roles; it's about delivering consultancy services, creating business solutions, and making a tangible impact for clients.
On your very first day, you'll join our award-winning Training Academy, gaining the skills and knowledge to advise clients, build relationships, and develop a career where your impact is measurable.
From placing specialist contractors on major international projects to securing permanent leaders who drive business growth, this is recruitment on a global scale.
We're currently hiring within Insignis, part of STR Group, where you'll have the opportunity to build a specialist desk focused on the thriving Oil & Gas sector. With significant investment, global projects and increasing demand for specialist talent, this is an exciting market to enter, offering exceptional opportunities to build long-term client partnerships, develop industry expertise and accelerate your earnings.
You'll work with professionals and clients across multiple time zones, build long-term partnerships, and become a trusted advisor on complex, high-value assignments.
At STR, that's the level you'll be building towards from day one.
Working at STR
STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company operating across life sciences, leading-edge CAPEX projects, automation, maritime, engineering and manufacturing sectors.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
What will you be doing?
Sourcing potential clients and growing your business through solution-focused outbound sales
Networking across multiple platforms to build high-quality candidate pools
Building and developing strong client and candidate relationships
Advertising, marketing and presenting vacancies with a focus on client outcomes
Negotiating Terms of Business with corporate clients
Managing personalised KPIs and financial targets
Taking full control of your career progression and earning potential
What are we offering you?
Structured, clear, performance-based career progression with opportunities to fast-track promotions
Up to 30% commission scheme
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated in-house experts
Flexible and hybrid working available upon completion of the Training Academy and subject to maintaining performance targets
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen facilities (including pool and football tables)
Breakfast club with cereal, breakfast bars and fresh fruit available daily
Employee of the Month and Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at 5-star restaurants
EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) Board
Training Academy graduation celebratory lunch
Top Billers have the opportunity to earn all-expenses-paid trips to Las Vegas, Ibiza, Iceland, New York or Dubai
Annual Awards, Summer and Christmas celebrations with the whole company
Long service recognition including vouchers, bonuses, champagne, additional holiday and more
23 days' holiday plus bank holidays (increasing annually up to 28 days)
Option to purchase up to 5 additional days' holiday
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commits to offering candidates with disabilities an interview where they meet the minimum criteria for the role.
If you're ambitious, commercially driven and looking for a career where your success is directly rewarded, apply today and start your journey with STR Group's award-winning Training Academy.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £26500 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-24 16:05:27
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Year 1 OTE £35,000
Year 2 OTE £50,000 - £70,000
Year 3 OTE £80,000 - £100,000+
We're looking for driven, ambitious individuals who enjoy working towards goals and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Whether you're a graduate starting your career, have gained experience in sales, retail, hospitality, customer service or are simply looking for an opportunity where your success directly impacts your earnings and progression, Talos Automation offers a clear career path, uncapped earning potential, and the opportunity to build an exciting international career.
From your first day, you'll join our award-winning Training Academy, giving you the skills, knowledge, and support needed to build a successful career in recruitment.
Based in our UK office, you'll specialise in the US automation market, partnering with clients and candidates across the Life Sciences and Industrial sectors.
This is a thriving market experiencing significant growth, creating exciting opportunities for those looking to build a successful and rewarding career.
Working within Talos Automation means you'll operate internationally from day one, developing relationships across the United States while becoming a specialist in a highly sought-after industry.
As your career progresses, there will be opportunities to travel and further develop your network within the market.
For those with aspirations to work abroad, we can help make that happen.
Several consultants have successfully relocated from our UK offices to our Detroit office after building successful careers within the business, and the same opportunity could be available to you.
Working at STR STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
What will you be doing?
Sourcing potential clients and growing your business through solution-focused outbound sales
Networking on different platforms to build high-quality candidate pools
Building and developing strong client and candidate relationships
Advertising, marketing and presenting vacancies with a focus on client outcomes
Negotiating Terms of Business with corporate clients
Managing personalised KPIs and financial targets
Taking full control over your career progression and earning potential
What are we offering you?
Structured, clear, performance-based career progression opportunities with the ability to fast-track promotions
Up to 30% commission scheme
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated inhouse expert
Flexible and hybrid working available upon completion of the Training Academy and subject to maintaining performance targets
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Modern, slick, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including pool & football tables)
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars and fresh fruit every day
Employee of the Month & Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at 5
* restaurants
EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) board
Training Academy graduation celebratory lunch
Top Billers have the chance to go on all-paid holidays to Las Vegas, Ibiza, Iceland, New York or Dubai everyyear!
Annual Awards, Summer & Christmas parties, celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweets bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus and additional holiday, depending on length of service!
23 days' holiday plus bank holidays (rising by 1 day each year of service, capped at 28 days)
Option to purchase up to 5 days' extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from day 1!
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commits to offering those with disabilities an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you, and you want access to STR's award-winning inhouse training, then apply today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: £25000 - £30000 per annum + Commission
Posted: 2026-07-24 16:05:11
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Year 1 OTE £35,000
Year 2 OTE £50,000 - £70,000
Year 3 OTE £80,000 - £100,000+
Are you a recent graduate or thriving in a sales role with a natural drive for success? At STR Group, recruitment is more than filling roles; it's about delivering consultancy services, creating business solutions, and making a tangible impact for clients.
This opportunity is within STR Group, working as part of Navis, our specialist maritime recruitment brand.
This particular desk focuses on technical outfitting, working with clients internationally across complex maritime and marine engineering projects.
You'll operate in a global market, building specialist knowledge and long-term relationships with clients and candidates across multiple regions.
On your very first day, you'll join our award-winning Training Academy, gaining the skills and knowledge to advise clients, build relationships, and develop a career where your impact is measurable.
From placing specialist contractors on major international projects to securing permanent leaders who drive business growth, this is recruitment on a global scale.
You'll work with professionals and clients across multiple time zones, build long-term partnerships, and become a trusted advisor on complex, high-value work.
At STR, that's the level you'll be building towards from day one.
Working at STR STR Group is a multi-award-winning international recruitment company, operating across life sciences, leading-edge capex projects, automation, maritime and engineering & manufacturing.
We are proud to be an approved Corporate Member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).
This certification reflects our commitment to ethical, professional and transparent recruitment practices, giving candidates and clients confidence in our approach.
What will you be doing?
Sourcing potential clients and growing your business through solution-focused outbound sales
Networking on different platforms to build high-quality candidate pools
Building and developing strong client and candidate relationships
Advertising, marketing and presenting vacancies with a focus on client outcomes
Negotiating Terms of Business with corporate clients
Managing personalised KPIs and financial targets
Taking full control over your career progression and earning potential
What are we offering you?
Structured, clear, performance-based career progression opportunities with the ability to fast-track promotions
Up to 30% commission scheme
Award-winning, ongoing learning and development delivered by dedicated inhouse expert
Flexible and hybrid working available upon completion of the Training Academy and subject to maintaining performance targets
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Modern, slick, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including pool & football tables)
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars and fresh fruit every day
Employee of the Month & Quarter awards
Quarterly Directors' Lunches at 5
* restaurants
EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) board
Training Academy graduation celebratory lunch
Top Billers have the chance to go on all-paid holidays to Las Vegas, Ibiza, Iceland, New York or Dubai every year!
Annual Awards, Summer & Christmas parties, celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweets bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus and additional holiday, depending on length of service!
23 days' holiday plus bank holidays (rising by 1 day each year of service, capped at 28 days)
Option to purchase up to 5 days' extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from day 1!
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commits to offering those with disabilities an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you, and you want access to STR's award-winning inhouse training, then apply today.
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £26500 per annum
Posted: 2026-07-24 16:04:53
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To help you transition into the role, new starters will receive a commission accelerator of up to £1,500 paid over the first 6 months to provide additional support while developing their pipeline and market knowledge.
Year 1 OTE £35,000
Year 2 OTE £50,000 - £70,000
Year 3 OTE £80,000 - £100,000+
Are you already building your career in a sales-driven environment, or looking to break into a high-performance, target-focused role? Do you thrive on competition and feel motivated by the opportunity to earn and progress quickly? If so, a career in recruitment could be your next step.
This is a role suited to someone driven, ambitious, and motivated by success.
You may already have experience in recruitment, or you could be working in a sales role and looking to transition into the industry.
Either way, you'll be supported from day one through our award-winning Training Academy, giving you the tools and structure needed to succeed.
This is a truly international opportunity, partnering with US-based clients while working from our UK office.
Due to the market you'll be supporting, the role operates on a tailored schedule - a four-day working week, 11am to 8:30pm - offering a unique balance alongside global exposure.
Working at STR
We have been providing specialist permanent and contract recruitment services since 2000.
STR Group is an international recruitment company that is comprised of five niche brands, working in Life Sciences, Leading Edge Capex Projects, Automation, Maritime and Engineering & Manufacturing.
We offer a progressive, transparent promotional structure, fully flexible, extensive benefits, as well as loyalty reward schemes.
What will you be doing?
You will learn to source potential clients and grow your business via outbound sales
You will network on platforms such as LinkedIn to build a pool of candidates
You will work on building and developing excellent client and candidate relationships
You will be writing, advertising, and marketing vacancies via a variety of channels
You will learn how to negotiate Terms of Business with cooperate clients
You will focus on your own personalised KPIs and financial targets
You will have full control over your earning potential and career progression
What are we offering you?
Structured, clear, performance-based career progression opportunities with the ability to fast-track promotions.
Up to 30% commission scheme
Award winning ongoing Learning and Development delivered by dedicated inhouse experts.
Flexible and hybrid working available upon completion of the Training Academy and subject to maintaining performance targets
Early finish Fridays at 3pm every week
Modern, slick, state of the art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including Pool & Football tables).
Breakfast club - enjoy cereal, breakfast bars, and fresh fruit available every day
Employee of the Month & Quarter
Quarterly Directors Lunches at 5
* restaurants
Training Academy Graduation Celebratory Lunch
Top 10 Billers have the chance to go on all paid holiday to Las Vegas, Ibiza, Iceland, New York or Dubai every year!
Annual awards, Summer & Christmas parties celebrating with the whole company
Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweet bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus & additional holiday depending on length of service!
23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising by one day each year of service capped at 28 days)
You can purchase up to 5 days extra holiday
Health care cash plan and optional private health care from Day 1!
Company Pension scheme
Enhanced Maternity/paternity leave
Birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free onsite parking
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Referral Programme
STR commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If this sounds like you, and you want to access to STR's award winning in-house training then apply today!
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Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Posted: 2026-07-24 16:04:26
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Electronics Design Engineer - Power Electronics
£65,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits | SE London
Join an innovative R&D team developing next-generation power electronic products.
We're looking for an Electronics Design Engineer with experience taking hardware from concept through to manufacture.
Whether you've worked at 500V or several kilovolts, we're interested in engineers who understand the principles of high-voltage design and enjoy solving complex technical challenges.
The Role
Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you'll design, develop and validate electronic hardware for complex, high-reliability applications.
Key Responsibilities
Design analogue and digital electronic hardware.
Deliver products through the full design lifecycle, including simulation, prototyping, testing, qualification and industrialisation.
Produce schematics, technical documentation and test specifications.
Support EMC, environmental and product validation testing.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality and Production teams to ensure successful product introduction.
Drive continuous improvement and support ongoing product development.
About You
You'll have:
A degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
Around mid-level engineering experience in electronics hardware design.
Experience taking products through the complete design lifecycle.
Knowledge of power electronics, power supplies or DC-DC converters.
Experience with PCB design and simulation tools such as Altium, Zuken, PSpice or LTspice.
Experience supporting EMC testing and product qualification.
Desirable:
High-voltage electronics (approximately 500V+).
Closed-loop control systems.
Knowledge of IEC 62368-1 or similar safety standards.
What's on Offer?
£65,000 salary + Annual bonus
Excellent pension
Private Healthcare + Permanent Health Insurance
Life assurance
Generous holiday allowance
Ongoing training and career development
If you're looking to work on technically challenging electronic products and take ownership of innovative hardware projects from concept through to manufacture, we'd love to hear from you.
What now?
Send your CV for review and if you're a good match then I'll call you! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Greenwich, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £65000 per annum + + Bonus + Ex. Benefits
Posted: 2026-07-17 13:51:10
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A client of mine who is a Large Housing Association and Property Maintenance Company are looking to Recruit an experienced Carpenter-Multi on a full time permanent basis to join their Responsive Repairs Team in Bristol & Gloucestershire.
As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road they will provide you with a van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.
What you'll do:
As a Carpenter you will carry out all forms of carpentry repairs in our properties as part of our Responsive Repairs Team and elsewhere depending on demands.
1st fix and 2nd fix carpentry
Install windows, doors, door frames - Internal and external.
UPVC servicing and installation
Locksmithing and gaining entry via lock snapping, drilling and picking.
Repair fire doors, frames, and other fire-rated components
Undertake fire stopping carpentry works in accordance with regulations
You'll also benefit from:
£335 yearly Tool Allowance
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
3 x Wellbeing Days 2 x Paid Volunteering Days
Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
A van and fuel card for business travel
iPhone and iPad
Generous company pension scheme, matched up to 12%
Life cover 4 x annual salary
SmartTech - Buy an electrical item and pay it off through your salary over 12 months.
What you'll need:
You should have experience within a similar role, ideally from within a Residential/Housing sector and must be qualified to a minimum of NVQ level 2 OR have a minimum of 5 years proven track record working in carpentry.
Due to the requirement to travel, you must hold a full and current driving licence with a minimum of 2 years experience and have the ability to drive and take home a company van.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Salary / Rate: £35500 - £37000 per annum + Van, Fuel Card, Pension
Posted: 2026-07-17 10:25:19
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A client of mine who is a Large Housing Association and Property Maintenance Company are looking to Recruit an experienced Carpenter-Multi on a full time permanent basis to join their Responsive Repairs Team in Basingstoke area.
As you'll spend a fair amount of time on the road they will provide you with a van and fuel card so you'll not be out of pocket.
What you'll do:
As a Carpenter you will carry out all forms of carpentry repairs in our properties as part of our Responsive Repairs Team and elsewhere depending on demands.
1st fix and 2nd fix carpentry
Install windows, doors, door frames - Internal and external.
UPVC servicing and installation
Locksmithing and gaining entry via lock snapping, drilling and picking.
Repair fire doors, frames, and other fire-rated components
Undertake fire stopping carpentry works in accordance with regulations
You'll also benefit from:
£335 yearly Tool Allowance
25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
3 x Wellbeing Days 2 x Paid Volunteering Days
Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
A van and fuel card for business travel
iPhone and iPad
Generous company pension scheme, matched up to 12%
Life cover 4 x annual salary
SmartTech - Buy an electrical item and pay it off through your salary over 12 months.
What you'll need:
You should have experience within a similar role, ideally from within a Residential/Housing sector and must be qualified to a minimum of NVQ level 2 OR have a minimum of 5 years proven track record working in carpentry.
Due to the requirement to travel, you must hold a full and current driving licence with a minimum of 2 years experience and have the ability to drive and take home a company van.
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Type: Permanent Location: Basingstoke, England
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £37000 per annum + Van, Fuel Card, Pension
Posted: 2026-07-17 10:23:21
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Graduate Manufacturing Engineer - NPI & Industrialisation - London - £33,400 | 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Kick-start your engineering career in New Product Introduction.
Are you a Mechanical Engineering graduate looking to apply your knowledge in a hands-on manufacturing environment? This is an exciting opportunity to join our engineering team, supporting the introduction of new high-reliability products from design into production.
Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll gain practical experience across manufacturing engineering, process development, tooling, testing and continuous improvement while developing the skills to build a successful engineering career.
The Role
You'll support the industrialisation of new products by:
Assisting with prototype builds, first-off assemblies and new product introductions.
Developing manufacturing processes, work instructions and engineering documentation.
Supporting tooling, equipment and production readiness.
Investigating manufacturing issues and implementing improvements.
Participating in Kaizen and continuous improvement projects.
Working closely with Design, Production and Quality teams to ensure products are manufactured efficiently and reliably.
About You
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical engineering principles.
CAD experience (e.g.
SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor or AutoCAD).
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Keen to learn and develop within a manufacturing engineering environment.
Industrial placements or internship experience are beneficial but not essential.
What's on Offer
£33,400 salary
12-month Fixed Term Contract
Mentoring from experienced engineers.
Hands-on experience across New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing engineering and process improvement.
Excellent opportunity to launch your engineering career.
What next?
Send your CV for review and if you're a good match I'll get in touch! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Greenwich, England
Salary / Rate: £33400 - £36500 per annum + + Ex. Benefits
Posted: 2026-07-09 15:41:49
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NPI Manufacturing Engineer - 6 Month Contract - £50-55 per hour (Umbrella
London | Immediate Start | Overtime Available
We're looking for an experienced NPI Manufacturing Engineer to support the introduction of a new high-reliability product into production.
This is a hands-on role focused on New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing process development and production support, ensuring products transition from design into manufacture with robust, efficient and repeatable processes.
Working closely with Design, Production and Quality teams, you'll develop and validate manufacturing processes, resolve production issues and drive continuous improvement throughout the NPI lifecycle.
The Role
Lead manufacturing process development and industrialisation activities for new products.
Support NPI projects from prototype through to production release.
Develop, validate and optimise manufacturing processes to improve quality, efficiency and repeatability.
Support prototype, first-off and qualification builds, ensuring production readiness.
Investigate production issues, conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
Produce manufacturing documentation including work instructions, validation plans, PFMEA input and risk assessments.
Work closely with Design Engineering to improve Design for Manufacture (DFM) and resolve manufacturability issues.
Validate manufacturing processes, production equipment and tooling prior to release.
Provide hands-on technical support to Production and Quality teams.
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing processes.
About You
You'll be degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline (or possess equivalent industry experience) and have proven experience in an NPI, Manufacturing, Process or Industrialisation Engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
You'll also have:
Strong experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing process development.
Experience validating manufacturing processes and supporting production ramp-up.
Excellent root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
Experience working collaboratively with Production, Quality and Design teams.
Knowledge of FMEA, Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience with adhesive bonding, moulding, brazing, pressure or leak testing, or introducing complex electromechanical products into manufacture, would be highly advantageous.
What's on Offer
6-month contract with an immediate start.
Opportunity to play a key role in delivering a critical NPI programme.
Overtime available during key project phases, including occasional evenings and weekends.
A varied, hands-on engineering role with a strong focus on manufacturing, industrialisation and continuous improvement.
What next?
Send your CV for review and if you're a good match I'll get in touch!
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Type: Contract Location: Greenwich, England
Salary / Rate: £50 - £55 per hour + (Umbrella)
Posted: 2026-07-08 15:51:49
