After completing her university degree and travelling the world, Libby took a recruitment opportunity in 2003. Starting to work in an engineering division, it became quickly apparent that there was a definite need in the Machine Tools and Tooling market for a specialist recruiter. Many clients she came across were frustrated, unable to find the calibre of candidates they were looking for to fill their positions. They were disillusioned with “agencies” as they found that CV’s sent to them were rarely relevant to the actual role. This was down to market knowledge and recruiters failing to understand client requirements. Libby built a reputation for herself and a good market name whilst spending 9 happy years working for a consultancy and establishing from scratch, their Machine Tools Division.
So Machine Tool Recruitment was founded in 2012 after Libby took the leap of faith and set up her own business with the aim of being able to provide a more tailored, cost effective and flexible approach to the market and it’s clients. She is now the preferred supplier to the large majority of the major manufacturers and distributors of Machine Tools and their related products. As far as candidates are concerned, she has helped a considerable number of today’s senior personnel within these companies on their way up the career ladder. She’s visited Machine Tool and Cutting Tool company premises, attends all the major exhibitions and has established many long-term business relationships along the way. With admin back up and resourcing support, the company is going from strength to strength.
Based in offices in rural Cheshire, Libby has a sharp approach, is honest, never tries to exaggerate skills or salaries and gets straight to the point. Furthermore she has an unrivalled knowledge of the Machine Tool market and it’s people. For her, it’s about building long term relationships and trust rather than achieving a “quick fix” – she genuinely only wants to place people in the “right” positions for them and is happy to provide free advice at any time. If you appreciate this way of working, get in touch for a confidential chat. We look forward to speaking with you!
