Engineering & Technical Recruiter - UK & Global Markets

Based in the UK, with International Opportunities

Are you ready to break free from outdated recruitment practices and join a progressive, award-winning consultancy? Mercury Hampton is seeking ambitious, commercially minded individuals from all technical backgrounds-such as manufacturing, chemicals, aerospace, automotive, rail, electronics, and more-to join our team as Engineering & Technical Recruiters. Whether you have experience in recruitment, business development, technical sales, or account management, we want to hear from you.

About Mercury Hampton

Mercury Hampton is a leading professional consultancy, partnering with world-class companies in engineering, manufacturing, and infrastructure across the UK and global markets. We specialise in recruiting mid-to-senior level technical and commercial professionals, fostering a collaborative and supportive culture where your success is our priority.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and develop relationships with Engineering Directors, Operations Managers, HR Leaders, and other senior stakeholders in technical industries worldwide.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, manage the full recruitment cycle, and help clients solve their talent and technical challenges.
• Utilise our world-class recruitment tools, including psychometric testing and our proprietary online candidate evaluation platform, to deliver exceptional results.
• Represent Mercury Hampton’s full suite of services, from talent acquisition to leadership assessment and performance solutions.
• Work closely with our team to drive revenue growth, cross-sell solutions, and deliver outstanding client service.
• Enjoy the freedom to do what’s right for clients-no pressure to hit arbitrary targets or “squeeze every penny.”

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in recruitment, business development, technical sales, account management, or a related commercial or technical role-recruitment experience is welcome but not essential.
• A consultative, solution-driven approach to client management.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, comfortable engaging with senior-level decision-makers.
• Self-motivation, ambition, and a genuine desire to learn and grow.
• An understanding of how organisations operate, ideally within engineering, manufacturing, or infrastructure, but we welcome applicants from all technical backgrounds.
• A willingness to bring your transferable skills and develop new ones with our support.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Negotiable basic salary with uncapped commission (OTE up to £100,000).
• International Opportunities: Dream of working abroad? As our business grows, we offer the chance to work with clients and teams around the world.
• World-Class Training: Personalised coaching, mentoring, and access to internal and external courses-including exclusive programmes at Henley Business School.
• Flexible Working: We listen to your needs and offer flexible arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Private pension, healthcare, gym/leisure allowance, laptop, free parking, and more.
• Generous Holidays: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, your birthday off, and a two-week Christmas shutdown.
• Vibrant Offices: Work from our modern Newton-Le-Willows HQ with local amenities and easy commutes, or take advantage of our flexible/hybrid options.
• Career Progression: Build your own technical recruitment practice and enjoy real opportunities for advancement in a company that values your contribution.

Our Commitment to You:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. If you have the drive, curiosity, and ambition to succeed, we encourage you to apply-even if you don’t meet every requirement. We value transferable skills and are ready to invest in your development.

Ready to Unleash Your Potential?

Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected], telling us about your technical sector experience and why you’re the perfect fit for Mercury Hampton.

Join us and be part of a business where your talent is recognised, your growth is supported, and your success is celebrated-across the UK and around the world.