Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Recruitment Solutions in Leicester
Established in 2004, we are a specialist engineering recruitment consultancy dedicated to connecting organisations across the UK, Europe, and the US with exceptional talent. Our values of ambition, passion, integrity, and excellence guide our approach to recruitment, ensuring we deliver candidates who align with both technical requirements and cultural fit. Through a structured five-stage process, we combine cutting-edge technology with personalised service to address permanent, contract, and executive search needs.Our commitment to transparency is demonstrated through our unique 'Promise of Service', including a one-year rebate guarantee. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team prioritises understanding client businesses to provide tailored solutions. We actively contribute to industry development through training programmes and partnerships, including our collaboration with Rainbows Children's Hospice to support local communities.
Services
Engineering Recruitment
Technical Recruitment
Executive Search
Sales Recruitment
Recruitment Consultancy
Contract Recruitment
Permanent Recruitment
Talent Assessment
Employer Branding
Employee Engagement
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined experience in technical recruitment
- Our five-stage process ensures precise candidate matching
- We provide transparent candidate assessments with scorecards
- We offer a one-year rebate guarantee on placements
- Our consultants specialise in engineering and manufacturing sectors
What people say
Successful placements
Professional and friendly
Excellent candidate matching
Timely communication
Industry expertise
Services
Engineering Recruitment
We specialise in sourcing engineering professionals for permanent and contract roles. Our process combines industry expertise with detailed candidate assessment to ensure technical competence and cultural fit. Clients benefit from our extensive network and sector-specific knowledge across manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace industries.
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies senior-level candidates for strategic roles. Using targeted outreach and rigorous evaluation, we find leaders who align with organisational values. The service includes comprehensive market analysis and tailored onboarding support for C-suite and director-level appointments.
Recruitment Consultancy
We provide expert guidance on optimising recruitment processes and talent management. Services include employer branding, interview training, and employee engagement strategies. Our consultancy helps businesses develop sustainable hiring practices and improve retention rates through data-driven insights.
Technical Recruitment
Our technical recruitment focuses on placing skilled professionals in engineering and manufacturing roles. We conduct thorough skills assessments and industry-specific evaluations to match candidates with precise job requirements, ensuring operational continuity for clients across multiple sectors.
Contract Recruitment
We supply qualified contract workers for project-based needs and workforce gaps. Our service ensures rapid deployment of professionals with verified credentials, maintaining productivity during transitional periods while providing flexibility for evolving business requirements.
People
Phil Walker
Founder and Recruitment Director
With over 15 years' experience in engineering recruitment, Phil established Precision People in 2004. His industry expertise and commitment to ethical practices drive our client-focused approach to talent acquisition.
Emma Gilmore
Senior Account Manager
Emma specialises in technical recruitment with a focus on manufacturing roles. Her client-centric approach has resulted in numerous successful placements and long-term industry relationships across the Midlands region.
Sharon Pickering
Divisional Manager - Production
Sharon leads our production recruitment team, leveraging extensive sector knowledge to connect engineering firms with skilled professionals. Her strategic approach ensures optimal candidate-client alignment for operational success.
Luke Flynn
Technical Recruitment Consultant
Luke specialises in placing technical professionals within manufacturing and engineering sectors. His proactive candidate engagement and market insights contribute to effective talent solutions for growing businesses.
Emily Wolfe
Recruitment Consultant
Emily supports clients in sourcing engineering and technical talent. Her attention to detail and understanding of industry requirements help deliver precise candidate matches for permanent and contract roles.
Questions
What recruitment services do you specialise in?
We specialise in engineering, technical, sales, and executive recruitment. Our services cover permanent placements, contract staffing, and leadership search across manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace sectors.
How does your candidate selection process work?
Our five-stage process includes role analysis, candidate research, proactive engagement, rigorous assessment using scorecards, and offer negotiation support to ensure precise matching of skills and organisational culture.
Which regions do you operate in?
We operate throughout the UK, Europe, and the US, supporting clients with local market knowledge and a global network of engineering and technical professionals.
What makes your recruitment approach different?
Our approach combines industry-specific expertise with a one-year rebate guarantee. We focus on understanding client businesses to provide tailored solutions and long-term talent strategies.
Do you offer recruitment consultancy services?
Yes, we provide consultancy on employer branding, interview techniques, and employee engagement. Our services help businesses optimise recruitment processes and improve talent retention rates.
Reviews (5)
Mark A.
Jan 17, 2022
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Can not fault the level of professionalism that I've witnessed from sharon at the Leicestershire section. She's worked really hard to find me the job that met my criteria
110% would recommend
110% would recommend
Daniel Wrighten
Dec 31, 2021
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Emma at precision was an absolute god send for me starting a new career she always kept in contact through every step of the way and even went out of her way to update my cv to make it look more professional. There was a moment when my old employer offered me more money to stay but would Emma take that as my answer well I called him my old employer so that says it all first time in my life I had two company's competing for me and thats all down to Emma. I would like to thank Emma and the whole of precision for being so helpful and if I ever in the future feel I need new employment they will be
Ahmed
Dec 28, 2021
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I dealt with Emma at precision. She was very helpful, always gave me helpful advice and interview prep. She made sure everything went smooth right up until my first day. I can't thank her enough!
Natalie Francis
Dec 25, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
I got my new role through Emma @ Precision, she was so helpful throughout the whole process from application to preparation for my interviews. Highly recommend
I got my new role through Emma @ Precision, she was so helpful throughout the whole process from application to preparation for my interviews. Highly recommend
Dave Lander
Dec 18, 2021
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I wanted to thank Emma for her continued support in my job application. Her diligence and professionalism was outstanding from start to finish and made the whole process much easier, and by far the best experience I have had with an agency. All my questions were dealt with in a responsive and professional manner and me ever had to chase Emma for anything. You deserve the title of Precision, as you really are!!
