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VHR expertly identifies and recruits top talent to fulfill critical roles in a UK Defence R&D organisation, enabling the unit to achieve its goals and exceed projections

Defence R&amp;D organisation based in the UK was struggling to fill key roles in one of their business units &ndash; the roles had a specific skill requirements that was overlayed with a need to meet UK clearance needs.

The Situation

VHR conducted a detailed review of the market, targeted similar organisations and found staff who were keen for career progression that was not on offer in their current role.

The Solution

3 key staff members were hired for our client.
The business unit was able to meet it's goals and projections

Hires

The Outcome

Strategic Defence Recruitment 

We provided a Defence client with 20 Engineers who were able to operate in both hostile and non hostile locations. 

&ldquo;VHR has worked alongside our team for many years, and always provide a service that is over and above our expectations. The team work quickly to fix problems, are incredibly organised and have a great pool of candidates worldwide. I would not hesitate to use VHR for our upcoming projects as I know they can provide a high&nbsp; standard staffing solution.&rdquo;

Military Defence Organisation

HR Director 

Our client, a leading Defence contractor, was looking to deliver a staff solution for the maintenance and operation of military equipment in both hostile and non-hostile locations.&nbsp;

VHR's comprehensive compliance solutions meant that we could offer payroll solutions to the client no matter how the staff were to be deployed.&nbsp;

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<li>Overall VHR was able to source a team of over 20 Engineers hired across 8 different countries.&nbsp;</li>
<li>VHR provided support and advice to the contractors to ensure that they too were legally operating in any location to which they were deployed.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Skilled Engineers

Staffing Solution For Military Equipment

VHR leverages its global network to source and manage skilled teams for a major defence contractor

A major defence contractor won a large bid to support a government defence project. The team needed a solution that would find the required skills and ensure that thestaff selected had the relevant clearance requirements to meet any local base/government standards.

Using VHR&rsquo;s global network the team was able to find the right staff in each location and help to ensure smooth transition to the client&rsquo;s project. In some locations VHR also offered Employer Of Record (EOR) solutions to enable local visa and payroll was compliant.

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Staff Over 5 Locations

Skilled Workforce for Major Defence Contractor

A European company planning to expand into the U.S. needed to secure a critical hire. VHR successfully placed a General Manager. 

"VHR was instrumental in helping us secure the right leadership to drive our U.S. expansion. Their tailored approach and in-depth process led to the perfect hire, who seamlessly transitioned into a key role and successfully launched our operations. We couldn't be happier with the results and the continued support VHR provides."

Global Engineering Company

Chief Executive Officer

A European company planning to expand into the U.S. needed to secure a critical hire&mdash;an individual who would initially serve as their key sales and account manager before transitioning into the role of General Manager to establish and lead U.S. operations.
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The client required a strategic leader who could not only manage existing and future client relationships but also drive business growth and establish a successful U.S. presence.
To ensure success, the client needed:
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<li>A high-caliber candidate capable of handling both sales and operational responsibilities.</li>
<li>A tailored executive search process to identify the ideal candidate.</li>
<li>A thorough interview and assessment framework to evaluate short-listed candidates against both current and future business needs.</li>
</ul>

VHR conducted an in-depth headhunting process to:
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<li>Identify and source a strong shortlist of candidates with relevant experience and leadership potential.</li>
<li>Work closely with the client to refine selection criteria and guide them through the hiring process.</li>
<li>Facilitate a structured interview and assessment process to evaluate candidates comprehensively.</li>
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<li>VHR Successful placement of a key hire who took on the role of GM and played a pivotal role in launching U.S. operations.</li>
<li>Seamless transition from sales to leadership, ensuring continuity and business growth.</li>
<li>A thriving U.S. presence, demonstrating the effectiveness of a strategic executive hire.</li>
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VHR continues to support companies in their international expansion efforts by identifying and securing top executive talent, ensuring long-term success in new markets.

Executive Hire

Executive Hiring For U.S. Expansion

Created in 2003 by technical engineers and experienced recruiters, VHR delivers a partner-orientated approach. We are passionate about the industries where we operate, the career-enhancing support we provide and the people with whom we work.Whether one permanent vacancy or a team of contract specialists, VHR strives to deliver the best possible global staffing solutions.

21 Years Experience Recruiting In The Engineering Sectors

VHR is an international technical recruitment company providing solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation, F1 &amp; Automotive, Engineering &amp; Manufacturing, Civils &amp; Infrastructure, Defence &amp; Security, Renewables &amp; Energy and Marine industries in 57 countries around the world.
Created in 2003 by technical engineers and experienced recruiters, VHR was created to deliver a partnership approach with ethics and collaboration at the heart of business.

To be a recruitment company that finds the best solution for you.

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VHR finds talent needed around the world when unavailable domestically. We source, recruit and onboard high quality contract and permanent workers to short time scales, high volumes and specific requirements. We are passionate about the industries where we operate, the career-enhancing support we provide and the people with whom we work.

Some Of The Aerospace &amp; Aviation Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

VHR provides contract and permanent recruitment, with staffing solutions tailored to suit requirements, to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation industry internationally.

We work with global Airlines and world-leading Maintenance Repair Organisations (MROs), Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and other Aviation-related organisations to source and deliver engineering and technical staff across the world.
Led by qualified aerospace engineers together with recruitment industry professionals, VHR&rsquo;s Aerospace &amp; Aviation expertise guarantees the technical understanding, service excellence and on-time delivery required for business growth and success.

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VHR is an international technical recruitment organisation providing solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation, F1 &amp; Automotive, Engineering &amp; Manufacturing, Science &amp; Technology, Defence &amp; Security, Renewables &amp; Energy, Civils &amp; Infrastructure and Marine Industries around the world.To protect our candidates, VHR works within the countries where we recruit. Our employees personally visit each country to perform welfare checks, assess candidates and ensure a positive experience for our contractors.

VHR is a global technical recruitment organisation offering tailored solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation, F1 &amp; Automotive, Engineering &amp; Manufacturing, Defence &amp; Security, Renewables &amp; Energy, Civils &amp; Infrastructure, and Marine industries worldwide.&nbsp;To safeguard our candidates, VHR operates within the countries where we recruit. Our team personally conducts welfare checks, evaluates candidates, and ensures a positive experience for our contractors in each country. Additionally, in certain instances, VHR deploys dedicated Onsite Coordinators at client sites to provide ongoing support throughout the job.

Created in 2003 by former technical engineers and experienced recruitment consultants, VHR delivers a partner-orientated and consultative approach to technical recruitment.Our team is led by former industry practitioners, including a world champion sailor and British Airways Engineer. VHR's industry experts truly understand the markets we work within and the needs of businesses and candidates.

Created in 2003 by former technical engineers and experienced recruitment consultants, VHR delivers a partner-orientated and consultative approach to technical recruitment.&nbsp;&nbsp;Our team is led by former industry practitioners, including America's Cup sailors, British Airways engineers, and construction managers, our team ensures comprehensive knowledge across all levels, from the board to junior management. VHR's industry experts truly understand the markets we work within and the needs of businesses and candidates.

VHR is a specialist international organisation providing recruitment and training solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation markets. We provide online training in collaboration with our EASA Part 147 Training Partner. We provide training in the following:

VHR is a specialist international organisation providing recruitment and training solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation markets. We provide online training in collaboration with our EASA Part 147 Training Partner. We provide training in the following:<ul><li>Airside Safety</li><li>EWIS</li><li>Fuel Tank Safety</li><li>Human Factors</li></ul>

VHR's specialist technical divisions use industry experts to provide international technical recruitment across the following industries.

At VHR, we connect job seekers with contract and permanent positions across 57 countries globally. Our team of specialised technical recruitment consultants are fluent in up to 22 languages, ensuring we match you with the ideal job opportunity.

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Some Of The Civils &amp; Infrastructure Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

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VHR provides skilled technical staff in permanent, contract and temporary positions from entry to Executive level.

Named the Best Construction &amp; Engineering Staffing Agency of 2020 &amp; 2021 (Talint International Recruitment Awards), VHR provides business-critical workforces for leading Civil and Infrastructure companies around the world.
Our teams of former engineering professionals recruit specialists to support the entire engineering process. Our 21 years&rsquo; industry experience enables us to closely partner global companies working across Utilities, Civil Engineering, Rail, Construction &amp; Built Environment.
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VHR tailors each recruitment service to the individual client. Some of our popular services include:

Experts in technical recruitment, with specialised industry knowledge spanning our sectors, to deliver tailored solutions that meet your unique requirements.

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At VHR we don&rsquo;t just source talent, but we create it through a combination of recruitment, training and relocation. We work in partnership with our clients to understand their business problems and provide innovative talent solutions that truly makes a difference to our clients' success.

At VHR, we're a multi-award-winning recruitment agency honoured with approval by the late Her Majesty The Queen. Our team comprises industry professionals, not just recruiters, ensuring a genuine technical understanding of our sectors.

Supporting Every Aspect Of Aerospace Operations

Some Of The Energy &amp; Renewables Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

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VHR delivers bespoke recruitment solutions for the Renewables and Energy industries across the world.

As a fast-growing staffing agency with ethics and compliance at the heart of everything we do, we are proud to partner businesses around the world that are creating a more sustainable future.
Our team of recruitment consultants include former technical specialists with first-hand experience across our sectors. We utilise our 21 years&rsquo; experience and in-depth technical knowledge to deliver the highest quality staff for every stage of new project implementation and renovations.

Some Of The Engineering &amp; Manufacturing Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

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VHR provides tailored contract and permanent staffing solutions to the Engineering and Manufacturing industry internationally. 

Named the Best Engineering Recruitment Agency of 2019 (Recruiter Awards 2019) &amp;&nbsp;Best Technical, Construction &amp; Engineering Recruitment Company 2021 (Talint International Recruitment Awards 2021), VHR provides business-critical staff for large blue-chip organisations to start-up and SME businesses around the world.
Our teams of former engineering professionals recruit specialists to support the entire engineering and manufacturing process, from design, procurement, quality, and R&amp;D through the supply chain to manufacturing and production. VHR&rsquo;s direct industry experience and in-depth knowledge spans 21 years enabling us to deliver niche skills to short timescales and exacting requirements.

Engineering &amp; Manufacturing Recruitment

Some Of The F1 &amp; Automotive Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

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VHR provides contract and permanent recruitment, with staffing solutions tailored to suit requirements, to the F1, Motorsport &amp; Automotive industries internationally.

VHR work with global Formula One and Motorsport teams, world-leading OEMs, Tier 1 and 2 suppliers and other Automotive-related organisations to source and deliver engineering and technical staff across the world. With an industry-leading fill rate, VHR&rsquo;s F1 &amp; Automotive division is growing as rapidly as the amazing vehicles we help design and build. Led by specialist Automotive recruitment consultants with over 30 years&rsquo; experience, VHR&rsquo;s F1 &amp; Automotive recruitment team supply expertise from prototype to final build.

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Delivering a partner-orientated and consultative approach to your executive searches for talent.

Created in 2003 by technical engineers and experienced recruiters, VHR delivers a partner-orientated approach. We are passionate about the industries where we operate, the career-enhancing support we provide and the people with whom we work.
Whether one permanent vacancy or a team of contract specialists, VHR strives to deliver the best possible global staffing solutions.

At VHR we work in partnership with our clients finding and creating talent to onboard high-quality workers. Our technical industry experts truly understand the markets we work within and our success stories speak for themselves.

VHR is a specialist international organisation providing recruitment and training solutions to the Aerospace &amp; Aviation markets. We provide online training in collaboration with our EASA Part 147 Training Partner. We provide training in the following:
<ul>
<li>Airside Safety</li>
<li>EWIS</li>
<li>Fuel Tank Safety</li>
<li>Human Factors</li>
</ul>

We source, recruit and onboard high quality contract and permanent workers to short time scales, high volumes and specific requirements.

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Find exceptional talent across the global market.

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<h2>Looking to kickstart your career?</h2>VHR is always on the hunt for the best talent.

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Some Of The Marine Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

VHR’s Marine Recruitment division provides a range of recruitment and logistic services across the race boat, performance yacht and superyacht industries. 

VHR work with luxury superyacht and performance yacht manufacturers, mainstream motor and sail craft providers and other Marine-related organisations to source and deliver engineering and technical staff across the world. Led by former Marine engineers together with recruitment industry professionals, VHR&rsquo;s global superyacht shipyard network combined with our 30 years of international experience firmly positions us a leader in bespoke Marine recruitment and service management.

Is your business&nbsp;experiencing a shortage of engineers or technicians?

At VHR, our teams are spearheaded by industry specialists, including an MBE &amp; IoD Award-Winning CEO and COO. Our leaders feature a World Champion Sailor, a British Airways Engineer, and seasoned Technical Recruiters.

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Your Technical Staffing Partner: Expertize That Soars Above the Rest

With over 20 years of proven success, VHR specializes in delivering top-tier talent across the aerospace and technical industries. Our US team backed by our global network ensures customized recruitment solutions tailored to your needs.Our team comprises industry professionals, not just recruiters, ensuring a genuine technical understanding of our sectors.Whether it's a key staffing hire or a short notice project need, VHR strives to deliver the best possible global staffing solutions.

Finding the right talent for MROs, FBOs, airlines, aviation supply chain and aviation operations isn&rsquo;t always easy&mdash;that&rsquo;s where VHR makes the difference. VHR Americas delivers specialized aviation recruitment solutions, providing the skilled professionals your operations need to succeed. Whether you are looking to fill staff positions or for project teams, our expert recruiters customize every hire to fit your unique requirements. From urgent AOG support to large-scale projects with tight deadlines, VHR ensures timely, cost-effective, and high-quality aviation expertise. Trust us to connect you with the right professionals, from entry-level roles to board-level positions, keeping your operations on track, on time, and within budget.

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Find specialised premium talent through our global tailored search

VHR Workforce Solutions enables businesses to discover the best global talent whilst reducing administrative overhead and accessing best practice methodologies. Our industry experts manage resourcing and recruitment functions to deliver measurable and sustainable improvements to your business.Our team work in partnership with your HR and Procurement departments to develop bespoke services that match your exact requirements. VHR Workforce Solutions empowers your business with an end-to-end staffing solution that recruits and manages high volumes of quality staff, as and when you need them.

reduction in time to hire by using recruitment process outsourcing.

VHR's Global Technical Recruitment specialists operate across 57 countries around the globe. Wherever you are in the world, we're here to help.

Some Of The Defence &amp; Security Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;

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VHR provides tailored permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services to the Defence and Security industries internationally. 

VHR work with Governmental organisations including NATO in addition to advanced technology providers and world-leading Defence, arms, cyber security firms to source and deliver the best technical staff across the world.
Our Defence &amp; Engineering recruitment specialists are qualified former professionals with direct industry experience and first-hand understanding of emerging and established technologies. VHR&rsquo;s direct industry experience and in-depth knowledge spans 21 years and empowers us to deliver the niche skills to short timescales and exacting requirements.

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We're ready to help your business find a unique solution to your staffing and recruitment challenges.
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VHR provides contract and permanent recruitment, with staffing solutions tailored to suit requirements, to the F1, Motorsport &amp; Automotive industry internationally.

We work with global Formula One and Motorsport teams, world-leading OEMs, Tier 1 and 2 suppliers and other Automotive-related organisations to source and deliver engineering and technical staff across the world. With an industry-leading fill rate, VHR&rsquo;s F1 &amp; Automotive division is growing as rapidly as the amazing vehicles we help design and build. Led by specialist Automotive recruitment consultants with over 30 years&rsquo; experience, VHR&rsquo;s F1 &amp; Automotive recruitment team supply expertise from prototype to final build.

For two decades, VHR has been a leading provider of Executive Search solutions for the Aviation and MRO industries on a global scale. Our services span across 57 countries worldwide, and our specialist technical recruitment consultants can communicate in up to 22 different languages from our 11 global offices.
At VHR Executive, we pride ourselves on delivering a partner-orientated and consultative approach to your executive searches for talent.

Want to know more about our award-winning Executive Search?

At VHR Executive, we pride ourselves on delivering a partner-orientated and consultative approach to your executive searches for talent.

Find specialised premium talent through our global tailored searchs

<div class="me-5" data-sourceflow-type="text" data-sourceflow-path="aerospace-aviation.specialties.page.column_tabs.content_1">Some Of The Aerospace &amp; Aviation Roles We Recruit For Include:&nbsp;</div><ul><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Engineers: Design, Systems, Avionics</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Technicians: MRO Specialists, QA Inspectors</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Project Managers: Aerospace Programs, Supply Chain</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;">Specialists: Procurement, Regulatory Compliance</li></ul>

Build a Successful and Rewarding Career – Become a Trainee Recruitment Consultant with VHR's Academy.VHR recruit 8 individuals into our revolutionary 13-week Academy Training Programme. The VHR Academy will give you the skills and guidance to become highly successful in your recruitment career, with the ability to earn commission from Day One of your Training.

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Headquartered in London, UK, VHR boasts a network of nine additional offices spanning Manchester, Birmingham, Abu Dhabi, Greensboro, Nicosia, Prague, Dublin, Leipzig, and Bologna. Interested in working with us? Download our brochure to learn more.&nbsp;

VHR is an ambitious, fast-growing recruitment agency, and we are looking for dynamic, driven individuals to work at VHR and join our company. We keep our values at the heart of our business which is why we are looking for people that demonstrate these.<ul><li>Doing recruitment right</li><li>Teamwork &amp; honesty</li><li>Industry specialists</li></ul>

VHR is continually seeking out top talent.

Investing in people: fostering talent, nurturing growth, and shaping fulfilling careers.

Tailored to your every need, our Managed Services Programme includes:

Bespoke Managed Service Programmes to seamlessly deliver your recruitment needs globally.

<h3>Whether you want more control over your recruitment supply chain, are looking for cost reduction and increased time efficiency, or are going through a period of rapid growth, VHR Workforce Solutions can tailor the right solution for your business’ needs.</h3>

Success Stories

Strategic Defence Recruitment

Staffing Solution For Military Equipment

Skilled Workforce for Major Defence Contractor

Executive Hiring For U.S. Expansion