I recruit across the UK commercial sector here at Austin Banks Recruitment, so if you're hiring your next Business Development Manager, Project Manager, or Sales Executive, I&rsquo;m your girl. I also work on roles in Marketing, Customer Service, HR, and Administration recruitment.
With over 10 years in Sales and Business Development, I made the move into commercial recruitment in early 2024. It&rsquo;s fast-paced, people-focused, and yes, there&rsquo;s no better buzz than&nbsp;matching talented professionals with businesses that genuinely care about culture and growth.
I bring a personable, relationship-driven recruitment approach, whether I&rsquo;m partnering with clients building high-performing teams or guiding job seekers into their next commercial career move. I love working with growth-focused companies, and I&rsquo;m always open to a chat with motivated, proactive candidates who value development and transparency.
Outside of work? If I won the lottery, I&rsquo;d split 40 acres between a white wine vineyard and a pig sanctuary...pure happiness, really.
Looking for staff in sales, admin, or commercial roles? Let&rsquo;s talk. Looking for a job in the commercial sector? I&rsquo;ve got opportunities waiting.
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Alicia Kirk

I don&rsquo;t get involved in the recruitment side of things, I&rsquo;m the one behind the&nbsp;Instagram posts, TikToks, and all digital recruitment marketing content that makes Austin Banks Recruitment look good online. That said, you might spot my name in your inbox chasing candidate compliance documents or formatting CVs (you&rsquo;re welcome).
As the Social Media and Marketing Coordinator, I manage everything from video content strategy to event marketing, recruitment brand building, and social media planning. I also support behind the scenes with recruitment compliance, data tracking, and giving Tom the odd nudge to update his admin.
I joined the team in January 2024 with a background in logistics admin, hospitality, and a passion for all things marketing. Since then, I&rsquo;ve been focused on building real relationships online, creating content that reflects who we are, and helping break the stigma around recruitment agencies - we&rsquo;re here to help, and we&rsquo;re human. Whether it's job seekers or hiring managers, I want our online presence to feel approachable, transparent, and trustworthy across sectors like engineering, commercial, and construction.
In the office, I bring positive vibes and productivity, whether that&rsquo;s through vision boards, motivational chats, or lightening the mood. If you&rsquo;re moaning about content though&hellip; take it elsewhere.
The best part of working in recruitment marketing at Austin Banks? The people. We&rsquo;re not just colleagues - we&rsquo;re a community (gym, cinema, food, always food).
Dream life? A balcony in Italy, a chill playlist, pasta, and a laptop. If I wasn&rsquo;t doing recruitment marketing, I&rsquo;d be a reality TV star. No doubt.
Hiring staff? Let&rsquo;s make sure your vacancies get seen by the right people. Looking for your next job? Our consultants are here to help you stand out.
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Diaz Simpson

Jo has joined the business with a wealth of experience in Recruitment and has a "willing to do anything approach" She wears many hats in the office!&nbsp;
Starting her career &ldquo;a few years ago&rdquo; she spent many years working in finance recruitment and other industries, she has recruited at all levels from entry-level to senior management.
In 2011 Jo took a break from the recruitment world to raise her daughters and work on the family business, however, she decided 2024 was the year to return to recruitment&hellip;. something she has always loved!&nbsp;
Jo is very methodical in her approach, extremely helpful and passionate about the industry, she prides herself on building long-lasting relationships with clients and candidates.&nbsp;
In her spare time, Jo loves spending time with her family, travelling and exploring new places.&nbsp;
She also runs for fun! She has completed 2 marathons and the Great North Run twice and is hoping to secure a place this year.
Jo&rsquo;s dream job if she didn&rsquo;t work in recruitment would be to work for Virgin Atlantic (again) as an Air Hostess.
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Joanne Goulden

As a specialist Engineering and Technical Recruitment Consultant at Austin Banks, I connect top-tier technical talent with UK businesses in the manufacturing, engineering, and construction recruitment sectors. I recruit for a wide range of skilled roles, from CNC Machinists, Welders, and Maintenance Engineers to Construction Project Managers and Site Managers.
With 15 years of recruitment experience and a background in BT sales, I bring both industry expertise and commercial recruitment knowledge to every hire. I joined Austin Banks Recruitment after watching their reputation grow in the technical recruitment space, they&rsquo;re a team that genuinely delivers.
I&rsquo;m particularly interested in speaking with engineering and construction professionals ready for their next challenge and with employers seeking long-term recruitment partnerships to support sustained team growth.
My Favourite thing about working in recruitment? There&rsquo;s nothing better than helping someone land a job they genuinely want. That&rsquo;s why I do what I do.
Outside of recruitment, I&rsquo;m a big sports fan &ndash; these days more watching than playing, but always up for a bit of friendly competition.
Looking for staff in engineering, technical, or construction roles? I&rsquo;m ready to help. Trying to find a job that fits your skills and ambitions? Let&rsquo;s get you started.

Jonathon Storey

With over 20 years of recruitment experience, Sommer has worked with some amazing organisations and truly inspirational people who invested time in helping Sommer pave her career, these people she will always be thankful for.&nbsp;&nbsp;
With a move down South when she was 19, Sommer found her way into the recruitment world and never looked back, working with clients who became friends and placing more candidates than she can remember&hellip;. to this day she is still just as passionate and driven.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Moving back &ldquo;UP NORTH&rdquo; some years later after a successful career in the south a position became available at Austin Banks recruitment a role that would change her career forever. She started as a Recruitment Consultant and after a few years, the opportunity arose to take over the business, going from a consultant to a business owner overnight. She successfully ran the business for 10 years while juggling being a mum to her young son and riding the recruitment roller-coaster.&nbsp;&nbsp;
When not working, Sommer is usually running around after her son who seems to think she is his personal taxi service! He plays rugby most weekends, so her time is taken up come rain or shine at the side of a pitch!&nbsp;
Sommer loves to travel and explore new places, but her favourite place is Thailand.&nbsp;
Sommer&rsquo;s dream job if she wasn&rsquo;t in recruitment&hellip;.she doesn&rsquo;t know she has done this for so long!&hellip;. Maybe something that involves travel or is near the beach and sea.

Sommer Lindley

As a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Austin Banks Recruitment, I specialise in engineering recruitment, manufacturing recruitment, and construction recruitment across the UK.
With over 8 years of experience in the&nbsp;technical recruitment and industrial staffing sectors, I have a proven track record of sourcing skilled engineering talent for key roles such as CNC Machinists, Welders/Fabricators, and Mechanical Fitters.
I provide both permanent recruitment and contract staffing solutions, supporting employers looking to fill entry-level engineering jobs, skilled trades vacancies, and senior technical leadership positions. My strength lies in headhunting niche engineering professionals, and aligning them with forward-thinking UK employers who are scaling their teams in a competitive hiring landscape.
If you're an employer looking to hire engineers, or a candidate searching for jobs in manufacturing, construction, or technical engineering, I&rsquo;m here to help you navigate the job market with insight, industry expertise, and precision.
Outside of engineering recruitment, you&rsquo;ll find me binge-watching Netflix, enjoying a pint at a local pub, or spending time with friends and family in my hometown of Wakefield (aka "Shakey Wakey").
Looking for staff? Let&rsquo;s find the right fit for your team. Looking for a job in engineering, manufacturing, or construction? I can help.
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Tom Hubert

With many years’ of experience between us we want to do things a little different at Austin Banks Recruitment, we want to take all the best bits from the industry that we have been lucky enough to experience over the years (take away all the bad…and there has been a few stories to tell!)&nbsp;&nbsp;
We want to create a company that has an energetic and enthusiastic approach to recruitment, that works as a team and in harmony internally, as we believe this will radiate positivity externally to all our clients and candidates.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We take pride in really getting to know our clients, their company culture, ethos and ethics and what truly works for them. For us it is about building long lasting relationships and working in partnership with everyone we work with, helping candidates find their dream job and connecting clients with the best talent in the market.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As cliché as it sounds, we truly believe “people buy from people”.&nbsp;&nbsp;

At Austin Banks Recruitment we offer a level of expertise and dedication that sets us apart. Our team of experienced recruiters have a deep understanding of various industries, allowing us to tailor our approach to your specific needs. We take our time to thoroughly get to know you and your organisation, understanding your culture, ethos and what you look for in an employee, this allows us to look at more than just skills. Our commitment and open communication ensure that you are always informed throughout the hiring process.
What truly sets us apart, however, is our dedication to succeed and drive to deliver excellence, this is something we are extremely passionate about. We understand that your success depends on the quality of your team, and we take that responsibility seriously. If you choose us as your recruitment partner, you gain a dedicated partnership that is committed to helping you build a workforce that drives your organisation forward.

We take our time to truly get to know you and through building relationships, trust and understanding this allows us to offer a bespoke service to everyone we work with.
Being expert recruiters is more than just finding the right candidates for job opportunities; it's about having a deep understanding of our clients' industries, cultures, and specific needs, allowing us to identify candidates who not only have the required skills but also align with the organisation's values, ethos and long-term company goals.

<h2>With our unique approach to recruitment our clients and candidates are always our priority.</h2>

Come see us

Education recruitment in the UK is a dynamic and crucial process that plays an important role in shaping the nation's future.
It encompasses the hiring of teachers, support staff, and educational leaders who are responsible for nurturing the next generation of learners. With a diverse and evolving educational sector, recruitment focuses on identifying qualified professionals who can adapt to and meet the diverse needs of students.
The recruitment process involves collaboration and strong relationships between schools and recruitment agencies to ensure the supply of talented teachers and candidates within the educational sector.
As a business we are committed to building long lasting relationships and providing quality candidates for roles both inside and outside of the classroom, covering positions at all levels and for all age groups with compliance being at the top of our agenda.
With over 16 years’ experience our specialist education team are here to support, making sure that schools, children, and candidates are always at the forefront of everything we do.

We keep recruitment simple and effortless for our clients and candidates – collaboration and communication are top of the agenda for us. Getting to know you inside and out helps us get the perfect match.Based in Doncaster, we work with clients across various sectors handling amazing opportunities across all levels and helping to match the ideal candidates to their dream job. Our highly experienced team is constantly growing, and we will continue to ensure that we provide exceptional services to our candidates and clients alike, putting them at the forefront of everything we do.

People connect with people on an individual basis, so we like to keep things transparent so you can feel comfortable talking to the team about everything and anything, whether that be understanding the current job market or advice on what to ask at the end of an interview.Our team have a wealth of experience in their fields, so you can be confident you are in good hands. As a result of our success and expansion, we relocated from a modest office space to a larger, contemporary building with great surroundings which reflects our growth and needing a little more space for our expanding team.

We like to make recruitment as effortless as possible for our clients and candidates, with communication and relationship building being our main priority.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Being experts in multi-sector recruitment means we possess a deep and versatile understanding of the ever-evolving job markets. We have the ability to identify top talent and&nbsp;work with clients across various sectors and industries, handling amazing opportunities at all levels.&nbsp;We pride ourselves on providing exceptional services to our candidates and clients, putting them at the forefront of everything we do.

At Austin Banks Recruitment, we are driven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to exceeding expectations.
With many years of experience in recruitment, our dedicated team of experts bring together a unique blend of creativity, innovation, and expertise to deliver outstanding results.
We take pride in truly getting to know our clients and candidates and believe the clich&eacute; &ldquo;people buy from people&rdquo;.&nbsp;

Here at Austin Banks, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming workplace that encourages everyone to be themselves.&nbsp;&nbsp;
At the heart of our organisation, you'll find a passionate and driven group of individuals who are dedicated to achieving excellence in recruitment and making a positive impact.&nbsp;&nbsp;
This is more than just a job, it's being part of our incredible team, being involved in creating a fun environment, and being valued and supported as you work towards achieving career success.&nbsp;Come and be a part of our fabulous team!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Without these amazing people we wouldn&rsquo;t be who we are.
Our team is a dynamic blend of talent, experience, and enthusiasm, all united by a passion for connecting exceptional candidates with outstanding opportunities.&nbsp;
Find out more about them and what they would do if they didn&rsquo;t work in the amazing world of recruitment!

<h2>We'd like to introduce you to the fantastic individuals who make up our dedicated team of recruitment experts.</h2>

Here you will find information, hints and tips and what goes on at Austin Banks giving you a glimpse of life in the office and what we get up to!&nbsp;

We want to help everyone reach their true potential, here we provide tips to assist with your career, giving advice and helpful information. Our aim is to support hiring companies and candidates preparing for their next role as well as giving you an insight into life at Austin Banks.

Inside Austin Banks Recruitment.

We recruit across various industries and sectors, supporting both our clients and candidates alike. From warehouse and hospitality to engineering, administration and education, we recruitment at all levels from entry to senior management. We pride ourselves on truly understanding the needs and wants of everyone we work with, while using our talent and skills to recruit.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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