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Engineering Executive Search

The UK’s manufacturing landscape has changed dramatically over the past decade due to globalisation in general and the rise of low-cost economies in particular. Today’s manufacturing and engineering sector is characterised, on the one hand by large groups that are looking for international talent to run their global businesses, and on the other national/regional manufacturing businesses/subsidiaries that prosper based on their engineering knowledge and final assembly production for “local” markets.

At Novo we provide exceptional engineering executive search and selection. Our experts are well placed to serve the needs of these companies, with dedicated executive search specialists across a range of manufacturing and engineering sectors, including:

Automotive

The automotive industry remains a pivotal part of the UK manufacturing sector. Despite a trend of migration to low cost manufacturing regions, altogether seven global automotive companies manufacture cars in the UK, together with a number of truck, van and bus companies and many of the world’s major component manufacturers.

Building Products

The building products sector is one of the most significant in terms of its contribution to the UK economy. It covers such diverse product groups as bricks and clay, lighting equipment, plumbing materials, heating, ventilation and air-conditioning equipment and sanitaryware.

Electronics & Precision Engineering

The Electronics and Precision Engineering sectors remain strong in the UK. Whilst high volume commodity manufacturing and sourcing is routinely redeployed to the low cost regions of the world, the UK enjoys a sound reputation for innovation, quality and technical excellence.

Process & Chemical Industries

The Process and Chemical Industries remain strong in the UK. Whilst high volume commodity manufacturing and sourcing is routinely redeployed to the low cost regions of the world, the UK enjoys a sound reputation for innovation, quality and technical excellence.

Novo is experienced in working with the manufacturing and engineering sector. As a leading company specialising in executive search, selection and recruitment, we offer a professional engineering recruitment service for organisations in this sector. Working closely with our clients we have a wealth of knowledge, experience and executive recruitment skills in the manufacturing and engineering sector. Please view our case studies to see examples of our executive search and executive recruitment for the engineering industry.

To discuss your requirements further please contact

Dale Perrett dale.perrett@novoexec.com

  • Dale Perrett
    Sector Specialist
    Dale Perrett Founding Director

    Looking to retain a headhunting search practice?

    Are you looking for an exceptional executive in the Engineering sector?  Contact Novo and discuss your needs with one of our Engineering industry experts.

    Call: 0844 241 2064
  • Ryan Mills
    Sector Specialist
    Ryan Mills Director

    Looking to retain a headhunting search practice?

    Are you looking for an exceptional executive in the Engineering sector?  Contact Novo and discuss your needs with one of our Engineering industry experts.

    Call: 0844 241 2064
  • George Woodward
    Sector Specialist
    George Woodward Director

    Looking to retain a headhunting search practice?

    Are you looking for an exceptional executive in the Engineering sector?  Contact Novo and discuss your needs with one of our Engineering industry experts.

    Call: 0771 589 4058

Clients

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

  • “Thank you very much for your involvement in identifying our new Product Development Director and managing a very smooth process. This was a significant recruitment process for our business and I am very pleased with how it has gone from start to finish.”

  • “Novo was appointed to search for a new Managing Director for Chiorino UK Ltd. The UK division (one of 60 divisions worldwide) has traded for over 40 years. Novo were able to access the very best candidates, keeping us fully informed throughout the process. From the initial list of candidates presented to us we were able to recruit a successor. We were delighted with Ryan’s work. We would have no hesitation in recommending Novo.”

  • “Following a robust selection process it was clear that Novo had the right credentials and through Dale exhibited a level of competence and understanding which made my decision to engage with Novo very easy. As a result of Novo’s commitment and hard work we have acquired 5 very good businesses. We plan to embark on a third round of acquisitions next year and will have no hesitation in choosing Novo as a partner.”

  • “My personal experience with Novo was really good. They had all the information I needed whilst being professional, discreet and considerate, which ultimately made the whole process extremely smooth.” Account Director, Catalina Marketing

  • “During the first half of 2021 Novo worked with the Central Bedfordshire Council on 3 retained search assignments; the recruitment of a Non-Executive Chair to oversee the Board of a start-up housing development company, and a start up care homes and services business, as well as suitably experienced Executive Directors for both of these new organisations. All 3 roles were filled.’

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