How the UK’s Increased Defence Investment Will Boost SME Recruitment

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The UK government’s recent commitment to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 is set to provide a significant boost to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the defence sector. With a new government-backed support hub and SME spending targets in place, thousands of smaller businesses will gain better access to the defence…

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CV Workshops at Harper Adams University

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Jonathan Lee Recruitment recently had the pleasure of supporting Harper Adams University‘s second-year engineering students as they prepared for their third-year work placements. It was a day filled with energy, enthusiasm, and valuable learning experiences, and we’re thrilled to have been part of it. The event began with a warm welcome from James Croxford, (Senior…

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Embracing the Transition from Engineering to Recruitment

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Are you an engineer at a crossroads, contemplating a shift in your career? Perhaps you’ve found yourself yearning for a departure from the intricacies of technical engineering towards a path that places a greater emphasis on human interaction and relationship-building. If so, allow us to introduce you to the dynamic world of recruitment—a realm brimming…

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Cultivating Diversity in Engineering for a Brighter Future

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In the ever-evolving engineering landscape, diversity is not just a buzzword but a key driver of innovation. As a specialist in engineering, manufacturing and technology recruitment, it has been encouraging to see progress in the number of women working in engineering roles – increasing from 10.5% in 2010 to 16.5% in 2023.  However, more needs…

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