Understanding the Challenge Before partnering with Aqumen Recruitment, the client faced several challenges with their previous recruitment agency. Communication was inconsistent and impersonal, leaving the client feeling undervalued and unsupported. There was a lack of proactive engagement, and the agency … Read More
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Goole Based Furniture Manufacturer
Understanding the Challenge Our Client is a business operating within the woodwork industry, who were facing significant recruitment challenges prior to engaging with Aqumen Recruitment. The company struggled with staff retention, frequently losing candidates shortly after placement. Additionally, they lacked … Read More

Ossett Based Food Manufacturer
Understanding the Challenge The Ossett-based food manufacturer was experiencing difficulties in sourcing suitable candidates for their bakehouse positions. They faced high staff turnover and were unable to build a stable, reliable team. The roles required specific physical capabilities and resilience, … Read More

South Yorkshire-based Manufacturer
Understanding the Challenge Our client, a well-established manufacturing business in South Yorkshire, was experiencing difficulties in attracting experienced Process Technicians for their Continental Shift Pattern operations. The Technical Manager identified a need to diversify their hiring approach to bring new … Read More

Bradford Based Packaging Manufacturer
Understanding the Challenge The Bradford-based packaging manufacturer had been actively recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer for 14 months without success. During this time, their pay rates were below market average, making the roles less attractive to qualified candidates. As a … Read More

Sheffield Based Plastic Manufacturer
Understanding the Challenge The client had a team of experienced Tool Setters; however, many were resistant to change and new methods. The role itself is niche and difficult to recruit for, with a limited pool of qualified candidates. Additionally, the … Read More

HMRC Urged to Clamp Down on Tax Avoidance in Umbrella Company Market
The government consultation on non-compliance in the umbrella company market is coming to a close, and industry experts are urging HMRC to show a commitment to tackling tax avoidance in the economy. The consultation was launched in June 2023 to … Read More