Retained Recruitment Done Right
At Thomas Lee Recruitment, our retained search and selection model is simple, structured, and effective — designed to help you secure key hires who are instrumental to your business’s growth and future.
A Process Built Around Your Needs
We begin with a face-to-face or virtual meeting to understand the role, the direction of your business, and how critical this hire will be to your plans. From there, we:
- Define realistic timescales
- Offer flexible deposit options and charge rates
- Tailor the rebate period to reflect the nature of the role
- Finalise terms to ensure transparency from the start
Full Search and Selection Service
Once we’re aligned, we move swiftly into our specialist search and selection process — identifying, approaching, and shortlisting the best candidates in the market. We manage the entire journey, from initial contact to interview and final placement.
- Specialist Support for Every Level – We recruit across all levels of Engineering and Manufacturing — from skilled blue-collar professionals to senior white-collar leaders. Our market insight, network, and expertise mean we can identify candidates others won’t find.
- A Smarter Model for Strategic Hiring – Our retained recruitment model is ideal for SMEs and large businesses alike. It’s cost-effective, customisable, and designed to deliver results — finding the right people, at the right time, for the right reasons.
- Navigate the Market with Confidence – We know the engineering recruitment landscape can be complex and challenging. Whether you’re using other agencies, recruiting in-house, or trying social media, we bring clarity, expertise, and proven success to your hiring process.
The right talent, the right people
Our retained recruitment service is built for businesses that need certainty, focus, and results. With a tailored approach, deep market insight, and end-to-end support, we help you secure the right people for the roles that matter most. Let’s find the talent that drives your business forward.
Permanent Recruitment
Temporary Recruitment
Ready to Talk?
If you’re planning a key hire or want to learn more about how our retained recruitment service can support your business, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch today and let’s start the conversation.