Business Details
3 Years
experience
Your Specialist Recruitment Partner in Doncaster
Venatu is a specialist recruitment agency operating across multiple divisions including Automotive, Construction, Engineering, Industrial, and Professional Support. Established with a focus on industry-specific expertise, our consultants come directly from the sectors they represent, ensuring deep technical knowledge and tailored recruitment solutions. With 82% of our business coming from repeat clients, we pride ourselves on delivering results through a combination of sector experience, strategic relationships, and a commitment to understanding both client requirements and candidate aspirations.Our nationwide presence through offices in Doncaster, Leeds, Scunthorpe, and Salisbury enables us to provide localized service with national reach. The team combines decades of collective experience with modern recruitment methodologies to address workforce challenges across permanent, contract, and temporary roles.
Services
Automotive Recruitment
Construction Recruitment
Engineering Recruitment
Industrial Recruitment
Professional Support
Details
- Year established: 2023
Highlights and features
- We maintain 82% repeat business through consistent delivery of quality candidates
- Our consultants come directly from the industries they recruit for
- We operate nationwide with local office presence in key locations
- We specialise in both permanent and temporary recruitment solutions
- Our team combines sector-specific expertise with modern recruitment methodologies
What people say
Very nice people
Helped a lot
Highly recommend
Perfect fit for the job
Made me feel comfortable
Services
Automotive Recruitment
Specialist recruitment for automotive industry roles including technicians, engineers, and dealership staff. We connect employers with skilled professionals across vehicle manufacturing, repair, and sales sectors. Our consultants' industry experience ensures precise candidate matching for both permanent and temporary positions.
Construction Recruitment
Tailored staffing solutions for construction and civil engineering projects. We supply qualified professionals for roles in housing developments, infrastructure projects, and commercial construction. Our expertise covers both public and private sector requirements across the UK.
Engineering Recruitment
Specialist engineering recruitment covering mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing disciplines. We place engineers and technicians in roles requiring precision technical expertise. Our candidates come with proven industry experience and sector-specific qualifications.
Industrial Recruitment
Comprehensive staffing solutions for industrial and manufacturing environments. We supply skilled workers for production lines, warehouse operations, and logistics roles. Our focus on safety-certified candidates ensures compliance with industry standards.
Professional Support
Recruitment for sales, business development, and account management positions. We specialise in placing professionals with proven track records in commercial environments. Our candidates bring strategic sales expertise and client relationship management skills.
People
Ian Horsman
CEO | Founder
Industry leader with extensive experience in recruitment strategy and business development. Proven track record in establishing successful recruitment operations across multiple sectors while maintaining focus on client satisfaction and candidate experience.
Michael Dring
Finance Director
Chartered accountant with specialist knowledge of recruitment sector finances. Oversees financial operations, budgeting, and strategic planning while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Amy Scargill
HR Manager
Human resources professional with expertise in recruitment industry compliance and staff development. Manages talent acquisition, employee relations, and training programs to maintain high-performing teams across all divisions.
Andy Beverley
Operations Director
Operations specialist with deep understanding of recruitment processes and client management. Oversees day-to-day operations across multiple offices while implementing efficiency improvements and quality control measures.
Mitch Fullwood
General Manager
Experienced manager with 3 years in PSV/HGV sector recruitment. Specialises in campaign work and project management while leveraging industry connections to deliver tailored staffing solutions for transportation and logistics clients.
Questions
What industries does Venatu specialise in?
We specialise in Automotive, Construction, Engineering, Industrial, and Professional Support sectors. Our consultants have direct industry experience in these specific fields.
How do you ensure quality candidates?
Our consultants come from the industries they recruit for, ensuring deep technical knowledge. We maintain 82% repeat business through consistent delivery of qualified candidates.
Do you offer temporary staffing solutions?
Yes, we provide both temporary and permanent recruitment solutions across all our specialist sectors, including short-term contract positions and long-term placements.
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide with local offices in Doncaster, Leeds, Scunthorpe, and Salisbury. Our recruitment services cover the entire UK through these strategic locations.
How quickly can you fill positions?
Our average placement time is one week, with some candidates finding positions within days. We maintain a database of pre-vetted professionals ready for immediate deployment.
What makes Venatu different from other agencies?
We combine industry-specific expertise with a 82% client retention rate. Our consultants' direct sector experience enables more accurate candidate matching than generalist agencies.
Reviews (6)
Miss N. Corbyn
Dec 23, 2021
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Positive:Quality
Jessica has been extremely helpful with organising an interview for me. I then got covid and again Jessica was able to organise another. She was also really polite.
Jessica has been extremely helpful with organising an interview for me. I then got covid and again Jessica was able to organise another. She was also really polite.
Steve Jones
Nov 30, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Ricky Ravenhill has been brilliant in helping me find a new role. He's kept me informed throughout the process via email, phone and text. I received information, links and interview tips, and nothing was too much trouble. Whilst he was on leave, Sarah Richmond made sure the process didn't slip. Thanks both for all your help :-)
Ricky Ravenhill has been brilliant in helping me find a new role. He's kept me informed throughout the process via email, phone and text. I received information, links and interview tips, and nothing was too much trouble. Whilst he was on leave, Sarah Richmond made sure the process didn't slip. Thanks both for all your help :-)
Tiff Baker
Nov 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Have been speaking with Laura at Venatu who has been very helpful throughout the on-boarding journey. Very professional, gave loads of information about the post she was recruiting for and answered any questions that I had. Would definitely recommended Venatu based on the great experience Laura has provided!
Have been speaking with Laura at Venatu who has been very helpful throughout the on-boarding journey. Very professional, gave loads of information about the post she was recruiting for and answered any questions that I had. Would definitely recommended Venatu based on the great experience Laura has provided!
Steve R.
Oct 23, 2021
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Jess at Venatu has given me terrific support and some very useful coaching in my search for a new role, as a result of that I will start my new job on 22nd November. Many thanks Jess!!!
Paul'S. Taxis Burton On Trent
Oct 21, 2021
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Aaron from Venatu is superb, very helpful and professional and always responds immediately to any queries and knows his stuff. Thank you Aaron and Venatu for finding my new career for me and getting me off to a good start with all the help all through this process. A great team. Thanks again Aaron.
Jem Dcruz
Oct 20, 2021
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Was contacted shortly after posting my CV on a job search website, was given information about an upcoming position and when the interviews would be. Was given an information pack and some helpful tips over email. After interview was contacted by the agency before even leaving the site to inform me I had been successful. Quick and efficient throughout.
