Defence Recruitment Agencies Directory
The Defence industry represents a critical and highly influential force in the UK economy. In recent years, Defence spending totalled almost £40 billion, and the sector provides employment for more than 280,000 armed forces personnel alone. Furthermore, the military offers recruitment opportunities to about 10,000 new entrants each year.
But the Defence industry also encompasses many private sector employment opportunities, most of which are supported by lucrative government contracts, and Defence recruitment agencies routinely find placements for ex-military personnel, CAD designers, marine engineers, aerospace experts, and a diverse pool of other jobseekers. Engineering, manufacturing, and personal security make up significant portions of the industry, so positions range from skilled manual labour to highly technical R&D jobs. In any case, those in the industry tend to be well paid.
Salaries
Salaries range from £25,000 to £65,000, and the average annual income is just under £40,000. London and Scotland are by far the highest paying regions in the UK, with salaries averaging about £47,000, while annual earnings in the North East are substantially lower than elsewhere in the nation, (only £33,000). Advanced degrees are required for most upper-level positions, and many areas of the industry are quite competitive.
Defence Recruitment Specialists - Innova Search partner with Tier 1 & 2 defence industry suppliers. Working with industry leading brands such as David Brown Santasalo, BMC, Ricardo and Romax. We specialise in placing highly skilled sought after individuals across technical, operations, commercial and supply chain disciplines. Contact us today to discuss your needs.
Covers: Nationwide Engineering Recruitment Specialists | Contract, Permanent | Salaries from £35k - £100k+
Our candidates are a mixture of civilians and Veterans; a vast majority of whom hold SC, DV and NATO clearance together with exceptional Defence arena connections in logistics, cyber, digital, business development, Air, Maritime and Land. Many of our candidates have worked for the MOJ, DIT and MOD (Corsham, Abbey Wood and GCHQ) up to C-Level liaising with 1-star to 4-star personnel.
Covers: Global | Contract, Permanent | Salaries from £17k - £100k+
Rise Technical is a specialist in engineering, construction, energy and technology sectors. Our mission statement is to positively change lives through unrivalled organisation of highly motivated resources. We aim to add value to your organisation by providing a brilliant service and positively changing the lives of the candidates and clients we represent.
Covers: UK, Europe, America | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries from £17k - £100k+
Innova Search delivers permanent recruitment solutions across mid-senior Defence engineering and manufacturing recruitment assignments, including technical, operational and commercial roles. Our specialist knowledge and cutting edge technology helps us to provide high calibre candidates. Innova Search believes that building close and transparent partnerships ensures a successful relationship with our customers and candidates alike.
Covers: Nationwide Manufacturing Recruitment Specialists | Contract, Permanent | Salaries from £35k - £100k+
Manufacturing Recruitment Ltd specialises in defence disciplines: ARM / ILS, Cyber Security, Design Engineering, Information Assurance, Naval Architecture, Project Management, Quality & Manufacturing, Safety Engineering, Supply Chain & Procurement, Systems Engineering, Technical Publications. We ensure our clients recruitment processes are as efficient as possible.
Covers: UK Wide & Globally. | Permanent | Salaries from £17k - £100k+
Reed are here to help you take your next step in the world of work, whatever it is. From recruiting talented individuals across 20 sectors for a permanent, temporary, or interim role; to recruiting at scale, and screening, your local recruiter have a solution that will ensure your business thrives. Alternatively, if you're looking to take the next step in your career, or break into a completely new sector, our experts can help.
Covers: UK Wide | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
We specialise in recruiting top-tier, security-cleared talent for critical roles in the defence industry.Key Skills:Engineering: Systems, Software, Hardware, Mechanical, and Cyber.Digital: Data Science, Data Analysis, AI, Machine Learning, and Cyber Security.Project & Programme Management: Prince2, PMP, APM, MSP, Agile, and Waterfall.Business Development & Commercial: Sales, Business Development, Contract Management, and Procurement
Covers: UK Wide, Europe, Australia, Canada | Contract, Permanent | Salaries from £17k - £100k+
With 40 years experience of providing technical staffing solutions nationwide, Catfoss Recruitment have the knowledge to offer a comprehensive service to companies within the Defence sector. Working in all areas of the industry including Aerospace, Naval and General Engineering, we supply candidates with both the personality and skill sets that meet your recruitment needs. We fill permanent, temporary and long term contract vacancies.
Covers: UK Wide | Contract, Part Time, Permanent | Salaries from £17k - £100k+
Most of our clients & candidates come from recommendations, referrals & reputation; evidence that we are proactive on your behalf, professional in our conduct & offer a bespoke service to each individual client or candidate.
Covers: South East | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Right Step Recruitment we pride ourselves in being a friendly forward-thinking agency. Times are changing. We know this. That is why it is important now more than ever to be working alongside the right agency who has the cutting edge to ensure the best solutions for you. We specialise in Health & Social Care, Catering, Commercial & Hospitality, Education, Construction, Trades & Labour & more. Get in touch to get the ball rolling.
Covers: Nationwide | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Established 1999, Owen Payne is the Recruiter You Can Trust. Privately owned, ethical and professional agency specialising in both blue and white-collar sectors. Dedicated recruiters that ensure an accurate match between clients and candidates. Our expertise spans across FMCG, Engineering, Manufacturing, Warehousing, E-Commerce, Data Management and Driving sectors. Temporary, contract, Onsite management and permanent recruitment solutions.
Covers: Midlands & Welsh Boarders | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k
Perigon Associates: Your trusted recruitment partner in Engineering, Manufacturing & Technical Recruitment. Specialising in placing top-tier talent throughout the UK & Europe, we connect innovative companies with exceptional professionals to drive growth and success. We do this by using advanced AI, cutting-edge software & our many resource hubs. Trust our expertise to deliver exceptional candidates to drive your company's success.
Covers: UK Wide and International | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Job Switch is a unique recruitment agency that specializes in the construction, transport, industrial, Finance, HR, Admin and warehouse industries With offices in London and Essex, however, we operate nationwide all over the UK. We offer talent solutions that are tailored specifically to meet the needs of your company.
Covers: United Kingdom | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Our company promotes a Quality First approach. Good quality ensures continued profitable growth in an exciting and competitive market. One important objective is to secure business by recommendation from other customers. Connect 4 hold our core values in high regard, and wish to continue to build on our established reputation within our market.
Covers: UK and Europe | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
JT Recruit is a well-respected local agency with a great deal of experience in recruiting the right person for employers or finding the right job for candidates. What makes us different from many of our competitors is that we care about you!
Covers: East Midlands, West Midlands, | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
BEST RATES IN UK... Labour Hire supply reliable, vetted candidates throughout the UK. Whether you require a single operative or full site coverage temporary, contract or permanent, Labour Hire delivers a cost-effective solution for all your recruitment needs. We provide high quality personnel at short notice who are committed to delivering exceptional standards of workmanship and reliability.
Covers: Nationwide | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Established in 2002, Flexible Solutionz are so confident we can deliver you the right candidate, we offer a 100% money back guarantee, protecting your investment from day one.
Covers: North West England | Part Time, Permanent | Salaries £15k - £100k+
We offer Specialised Recruitment for Security-Cleared Engineering & Technical Staff in Defence, Manufacturing, Nuclear, Marine, At FINTEC recruit, we provide security-cleared engineering and technical personnel to support your business's critical operations in Defence, Manufacturing, Nuclear, Marine, Shipping, and Logistics sectors. With expertise in recruiting for both interim and permanent roles, we serve clients in Scotland and across the UK
Covers: UK wide | Contract, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
E3 Recruitment is one of the UK’s leading blue collar and white collar engineering, manufacturing and technical recruitment specialists. Having been formed in joint partnership by a close team of recruitment professionals to create a true regional, national and international presence.
Covers: Yorkshire & Humberside, Wales, Scotland, Midlands | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries from £17k - £100k+
Chiltern Park Recruitment Ltd
Pegasus
The Defence Network
Hydrock
MPI Limited
Tech Connect Group
Matrax Technical Resourcing
Ontrak Recruitment
M&E Global
Recruitrite Ltd
Positiively Different Solutions
Redwood Search
Real Time Consultants
Allyance
Arguile Search
Consortio RG
Copello Global
Damia Group
Owen Daniels Consultancy
Identifi Global Resources
Technical Staffing Resources
Fides London
Argo Aviation International
Akkodis
FC People
SRA Engineering Consultants Ltd
Polar Recruitment Services
Opus Recruitment Services
Murray Myers Recruitment Ltd
Whiteflare UK Ltd
Wilde Recruitment
iO Associates
The Recruitment Manager Ltd
Marcus Webb Associates
Elite People Partners
Advanced Technical Recruitment
Belmont Recruitment Ltd
Consilium Recruit
Envisage Recruitment
Park Lane Recruitment
nGenium
Syntech Recruitment
Hawker Chase
Highgrove Recruitment Group
WHD Consulting Ltd
GTS International Ltd
Quest Technical
Project People
Perfect Candidate
Apex Talent Solutions Ltd
Grichan Whitestone Partnership
Research Partners
Rotech Global
Datasource Computer Employment Limited
SASTeam
Entech Technical Solutions
Evodia Limited
Future Engineering Recruitment
Menfor Group
Time Interim
Momentum Executive Solutions
Sundridge Search
Authentica Resourcing Ltd
Benchmark Search
Redline Group
Ceema Recruitment
Connecting Experts
Conventus Solutions
Peppermint Recruitment Ltd
Omega Resource Group
Novare
Millbank Holdings
Mercury Hampton
Holt Executive Recruitment Ltd
IF Recruit
Infraspec
Inspired Recruitment
InvitISE
Campbell Birch
3Point1 Consulting
Fortel Services
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