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Kevin Edward are an Executive Global Recruitment Partner. Find | Attract | Retain | Develop. 📌 We know that being honest is the best way to do business.

Kevin Edward Associates provides executive recruitment consultancy to niche market sectors, both within the UK and Internationally. With so many recruitment companies saturating the UK market at present, it can sometimes be a lottery in finding the right supplier. Unfortunately we cannot control your past experiences with recruiters. What we can control however is your experience from here on in b

y offering you a recruitment partner that applies both industry and sector expertise, with another vital ingredient – flexibility. We understand that each client and candidate has different expectations from a recruitment partner. We will tailor a bespoke approach designed to fit in with your specific requirements. We have two core principles that we believe sets us apart from our competitors:

Honesty – In an industry where many of our competitors will bend the truth to achieve results, you will be glad to know that consultants at Kevin Edward are known for their honesty. We will not miss-sell a candidate the wrong role, and we will not push the wrong candidates in front of our clients to hit KPI’s. We do not head hunt from our clients

Stealth – Discretion is also a key attribute that is needed in a recruitment partner. When headhunting to fill a client opportunity, we will not disclose our clients’ identity until given permission. Equally, when sourcing opportunities for a candidate; the candidates name and who they work for will remain confidential at all times until requested. You can be sure that your details are not banded about the industry and no-one will become aware of your job search.

04/06/2026

Businesses are continuing to prioritise leaders who can improve operational efficiency.

Across industrial and manufacturing markets, the focus remains firmly on productivity, delivery performance, and protecting margins as businesses navigate ongoing commercial pressure.

As a result, demand is increasing for leaders who can drive operational improvement while maintaining stability across teams, processes, and project delivery.

What we’re seeing in the market:
• Increased demand for operational and commercially focused leadership
• Greater emphasis on efficiency, productivity and performance improvement
• Businesses prioritising leaders with proven delivery and change management experience

For many organisations, leadership capability is becoming a key differentiator, particularly in markets where efficiency and ex*****on directly influence long-term performance.

At Kevin Edward, we’re supporting clients in identifying and securing experienced leaders who can deliver impact in complex operational environments.

Source: Make UK - Manufacturing Outlook 2026

28/05/2026

James Tompkinson delivered an excellent result on a key leadership appointment within the HVAC market.

The brief was to secure a high-performing Director of Sales following a period of repeated challenges in the role. The client needed someone with proven industry expertise, strong leadership capability, and a track record of driving commercial growth.

To deliver the right result, James mapped the market, identified top talent, and engaged them across the sector. The successful appointment came from a direct competitor, bringing extensive industry experience and a strong history of sales growth and leadership performance.

The feedback from the client reflected the quality of both the process and the outcome, highlighting James’ professionalism, communication, and commitment throughout the search.

Another strong example of a targeted, research-led approach delivering the right leadership hire.

To connect with James directly:
📧 [email protected]
📞 +1 332 455 7812
📞 +44 7403 410 694

05/05/2026

Data Centre & Power Demand Continues to Drive Niche Hiring

Growth in AI and digital infrastructure is continuing to shape hiring across the power and engineering markets - particularly when it comes to specialist talent.

As data centre expansion accelerates, demand remains strong for generator, electrical and critical power specialists, with businesses competing to secure individuals who can support both installation and long-term reliability.

What we’re seeing in the market:
• Continued demand for generator and critical power expertise
• Increased competition for candidates with data centre experience
• Greater emphasis on proven delivery and technical capability

For many organisations, these roles are business-critical. Securing the right talent is key to maintaining performance and meeting project timelines as demand continues to grow.

At Kevin Edward, we’re supporting clients across the power and infrastructure sectors by identifying and securing specialist talent in an increasingly competitive market.

Source: International Energy Agency, Data Centres and Data Transmission Networks

30/04/2026

Elise Robb is supporting HVAC & Field Services businesses across North America with senior leadership hires.

Specialising in headhunting mid-to-senior level HVAC and Field Services executives, Elise works with organisations that need proven leaders to drive growth, operational performance, and long-term success.

Across the North American market, many of the businesses Elise supports face similar challenges, securing high-calibre talent across business development, operations, and executive leadership roles. These are critical hires that directly influence performance and direction.

How Elise supports her network:
• Engaging directly with candidates to understand experience, leadership style, and motivations
• Conducting full market searches across HVAC and Field Services, targeting both active and passive talent
• Managing the process end-to-end with a structured, consultative approach
• Thoroughly vetting candidates to ensure long-term fit and reduce hiring risk
• Giving each search a dedicated focus with specialist sector expertise

With an established network across senior management, directors, and C-suite level professionals, Elise is well-positioned to support businesses looking to strengthen their leadership teams.

If you’re hiring or open to a conversation within HVAC or Field Services, feel free to get in touch directly:
📧 [email protected]
📞 +1 332-234-9067

29/04/2026

Positive feedback from a recent senior appointment.

A strong reflection of the way James Tompkinson supports both clients and candidates across every stage of the hiring process.

This was a senior-level appointment, requiring a structured approach, clear communication, and a consistent level of support from start to finish. The feedback reflects the way James works, professional, thorough, and fully committed to delivering the right outcome.

Well done to James on another successful process and for continuing to represent the Kevin Edward approach in the right way.

23/04/2026

Why Role Descriptions Are Key to Attracting the Right Leaders

At the senior level, the quality of the role description directly impacts the quality of the talent it attracts.

In many cases, briefs are either too broad, too generic, or focused purely on responsibilities without clearly outlining what success looks like. This makes it harder to engage high-calibre candidates, particularly those who are not actively searching.

What we see working best:
• Clear definition of objectives, not just duties
• Alignment on what success looks like in the first 12–18 months
• Transparency around reporting structure, scale and expectations
• A strong narrative around the business, its direction and growth plans

Senior candidates are assessing the opportunity, not just the role. A well-defined brief helps position the business correctly and attracts individuals who can deliver meaningful impact.

At Kevin Edward, we work closely with clients to shape role briefs that reflect both the position and the wider business context, ensuring the right leaders are engaged from the outset.

21/04/2026

Data Centre & Power Demand Is Continuing to Drive Niche Hiring

The ongoing growth of AI and digital infrastructure is placing increasing pressure on the power and engineering markets, particularly in terms of specialist talent.

As data centre expansion accelerates, demand for generators, critical power and infrastructure expertise remains high. For many organisations, securing individuals with both technical capability and project delivery experience is becoming more challenging.

What we’re seeing in the market:
• Increased demand for generator and critical power specialists
• Greater competition for candidates with data centre or infrastructure experience
• Hiring processes need to move quickly to secure niche skillsets

This trend is expected to continue as investment in digital infrastructure grows, with power reliability and resilience becoming a key focus for businesses.

At Kevin Edward, we’re supporting clients operating in this space by identifying and securing specialist talent in a highly competitive market.

Source: International Energy Agency – Data Centres and Data Transmission Networks

14/04/2026

Pressure on Engineering Talent Supply Remains High

Across mechanical, electrical and project engineering disciplines, the shortage of experienced talent continues to shape hiring across our core markets.

While hiring activity is beginning to increase in Q2, the supply of skilled engineers has not kept pace. For many organisations, this is creating a more competitive landscape, particularly for senior and specialist roles.

What we’re seeing in the market:
• Ongoing demand for experienced mechanical, electrical and project engineers
• Increased competition for candidates with proven delivery experience
• Longer hiring timelines where proactive search is not in place

For businesses, this reinforces the importance of early engagement, clear processes, and access to the wider market, not just active candidates.

At Kevin Edward, we’re supporting clients in navigating these challenges by identifying and securing engineering talent in increasingly competitive conditions.

Source: EngineeringUK

09/04/2026

The shift from planning to delivery is exposing leadership gaps.

Across construction, engineering and industrial sectors, we’re seeing businesses move from strategy into ex*****on, and with that, a clearer view of where capability gaps sit.

What this means in the market:
• Increased demand for experienced project, operational and commercial leaders
• Greater focus on individuals who can deliver at pace, not just plan
• Businesses need to strengthen leadership teams to meet delivery timelines

For many organisations, these gaps only become apparent once projects are live. At that point, the need for proven leadership becomes more immediate and more competitive.

At Kevin Edward, we’re supporting clients as they move into this phase, identifying and securing the leadership capability required to deliver.

07/04/2026

Another strong result delivered by the team.

A great piece of feedback for Danny, reflecting the approach we take across Kevin Edward, understanding the brief, building trust, and delivering the right outcome.

This was a key senior appointment, requiring a clear understanding of both the role and the wider business. The result speaks for itself: a successful placement that aligned technically, commercially, and culturally.

Well done to Danny for continuing to deliver at a high standard and representing the Kevin Edward approach in the right way.

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Tuesday	8am - 6pm
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Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm
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Sunday	8am - 6pm

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http://www.kevinedward.co.uk/

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