Business Details
12 Years
experience
Expert Recruitment Services for Ex-Military Professionals
Founded by military veterans with over 25 years of combined recruitment and HR experience, RecruitME specialises in connecting ex-military and ex-uniformed service professionals with employers across the Midlands and East of England. Our team, deeply embedded in the Armed Forces community, understands the unique challenges of transitioning to civilian roles and leverages sector-specific expertise in engineering, executive search, HR, supply chain, and blue light recruitment.With a decade of operation, we have placed over 500 veterans into roles while maintaining a commitment to diversity and ethical practices. Our service delivery model combines personal engagement with industry insights, ensuring candidates and clients achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Recognised with an Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, we pride ourselves on bridging skills gaps and fostering long-term relationships built on trust and professionalism.
Services
Ex-Military Recruitment
Engineering Recruitment
Executive Search
HR Recruitment
Supply Chain Recruitment
Blue Light Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of combined recruitment expertise from military veteran founders
- Specialised focus on ex-forces and blue light community transitions
- Proven track record placing 500+ veterans into civilian roles
- Deep understanding of industry 4.0 and evolving workforce challenges
- Gold Award recognition for Armed Forces community support
Associations and certifications
- Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award
What people say
Tremendous assistance
Excellent service
Perfect cultural fit
Industry expertise
Long-term partnership
Services
Ex-Military Recruitment
Specialised talent acquisition connecting ex-armed forces personnel with civilian employers. Our consultants leverage deep sector knowledge and military transition expertise to match disciplined, skilled candidates with organisations seeking proven leadership and operational excellence across engineering, HR, and supply chain roles.
Engineering Recruitment
Targeted engineering talent solutions covering maintenance, design, and project management disciplines. We source professionals with industry 4.0 competencies and practical experience in petrochemical, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors, ensuring technical excellence aligned with client operational requirements.
Executive Search
Strategic senior-level appointments for C-suite and director roles. Our process combines military precision with commercial insight to identify executives demonstrating strategic vision, cultural alignment, and proven track records in driving organisational growth and transformation.
HR Recruitment
Specialist human resources talent acquisition spanning recruitment consultancy, talent development, and organisational design. We place professionals with expertise in modern HR practices, employment law compliance, and change management initiatives tailored to evolving workplace dynamics.
Supply Chain Recruitment
End-to-end supply chain talent solutions covering procurement, logistics, and operations management. Our candidates bring military-grade organisational skills and crisis management capabilities to optimise inventory control, distribution networks, and procurement processes in fast-paced commercial environments.
People
Chris Buck
Director
Co-founder and director with 25+ years recruitment expertise, specialising in operational strategy and business development. Military background informs his understanding of veteran transition challenges and organisational leadership requirements.
Howard Rudder
Director
Co-founder and director leveraging naval experience and HR leadership to drive candidate placement success. Recognised for industry knowledge in talent acquisition and commitment to Armed Forces community support initiatives.
Devon Low
Social & Marketing Executive
Marketing strategist responsible for digital engagement and employer branding campaigns. Specialises in communicating veteran value propositions to corporate audiences through targeted content and relationship-building initiatives.
Michael Fletcher
Recruitment Consultant
Specialist consultant focusing on engineering and technical placements. Combines sector expertise with candidate advocacy to achieve high-impact matches between skilled professionals and client operational needs.
Jack Dunn
Recruitment Consultant
Emerging talent recruitment expert connecting early-career professionals with growth opportunities. Military background informs his approach to identifying transferable skills and leadership potential in candidate assessments.
Questions
What industries does RecruitME specialise in?
We focus on engineering, executive search, HR, supply chain, and blue light recruitment, with particular expertise in transitioning ex-military professionals into civilian roles.
Which regions do you cover?
We operate across the Midlands and East of England, including Grantham, Nottingham, Leicester, Peterborough, Lincoln, and surrounding areas.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our military-connected consultants conduct rigorous vetting, leveraging sector knowledge to assess technical skills, cultural fit, and leadership capabilities aligned with client needs.
Can you help with urgent hiring needs?
Yes, our rapid response approach and established talent network enable swift placement of qualified professionals while maintaining strict quality standards.
What support do you offer post-placement?
We provide ongoing candidate integration support and regular check-ins during probation periods to ensure successful role adaptation and long-term retention.
How do you handle remote/hybrid roles?
We specialise in matching candidates to flexible working arrangements, ensuring technical capabilities and self-management skills align with distributed team requirements.
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