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Pete’s Wrekin 100 challenge – 40 down… 60 to go!
In February, Principal Recruitment Consultant and Armed Forces Covenant Champion, Peter Heap, set a formidable challenge for himself: to climb the 1,334ft Wrekin Hill in Shropshire 100 times in 2024 to raise funds for Telford Mind’s Veterans Café – He named it The Wrekin 100 Challenge. When Pete reached his 25th ascent, some of his…
Read More10 Facts About Aerospace and Defence Sectors in 2025
The aerospace and defence sectors play a vital role in the global economy. In 2025, these industries continue to expand and advance, overcoming supply chain, technology and workforce challenges along the way. Using the latest data from various industry reports, LinkedIn and his own knowledge of the sector Matthew Heath, Associate Director and aerospace & defence…
Read MoreEmbracing the Transition from Engineering to Recruitment
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…
Read MorePete’s Wrekin 100 challenge – Quarter milestone ticked off
In February 2024, Principal Recruitment Consultant and Armed Forces Covenant Champion Peter Heap set himself a challenge – to climb the 1,334ft Wrekin Hill in Shropshire 100 times in 2024 to raise money for Telford Mind’s Veterans Café. Three months into his Wrekin 100 challenge and we’re delighted to share he has just completed his…
Read MoreRetaining Tech Talent in Remote Teams
In the wake of the global shift towards remote work, most employers have recognised that offering flexibility is a key factor in attracting the best talent, but with skills shortages still rife, the challenge in retaining tech talent in remote teams has become a top priority. At Jonathan Lee Recruitment, we are seeing competition for…
Read MoreCrafting benefits packages to attract top talent
In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent is more challenging than ever. As an engineering, manufacturing and technical recruitment partner with over 45 years of experience, we know that while a competitive salary is important, it’s often not enough to sway candidates in your favour. In this blog post, we’ll explore the…
Read MoreEnergy & Renewables division expands at Jonathan Lee Recruitment
The energy and renewables sector continues to experience rapid expansion, driven by increasing global demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly power sources. These requirements show no sign of slowing down. In response, Jonathan Lee Recruitment proudly announces the expansion of its Energy and Renewables division, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to supporting the sector’s evolution. Spearheaded…
Read MoreEffectively Implementing Digital Transformation
In today’s hyper-connected world, digital transformation has become imperative for organisations across all industries, including manufacturing. As an experienced recruiter in the field of IT and Tech, I aim to bring valuable insights and expertise to the discussion on how companies can effectively implement digital transformation strategies. With years of experience working with clients in…
Read MoreCelebrating one year of the Shropshire Office
We can’t quite believe it has already been a year since we opened our Shropshire office within the Agri-EPI Centre premises. We set up offices within the centre based in Edgmond, Newport in 2023 to aid our strategic growth plans as it became apparent at the time that having a permanent presence at the centre would…
Read MoreCultivating Diversity in Engineering for a Brighter Future
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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