A Global Recognition for People-Focused Success
VHR is proud to announce that we have been recognised as one of the Best Places to Work in Aviation 2025 by Aviation Business News. This honour is awarded to companies that excel in employee satisfaction, leadership, workplace culture and purpose-driven growth—making it one of the most respected accolades in the global aviation industry.
The award is based on an independent employer and employee survey conducted by Workforce Research Group, offering an unbiased and trustworthy reflection of what it’s really like to work at VHR.
Lee Hayhurst, Editorial Director at ABN, commented:
“We’re delighted to reveal this year’s winners, all of whom epitomise what it takes to be an employer of choice. As the aviation sector continues to battle global talent shortages, recognition like this helps spotlight organisations that are actively investing in their people and building inspiring workplaces.”
A Year of Exceptional Growth and Global Impact
Being recognised in 2025 follows a landmark year for VHR. We have celebrated major achievements across our global aviation operations:
A Year of Exceptional Growth and Global Impact
VHR’s recognition as one of the Best Places to Work in Aviation 2025 comes at a time of extraordinary achievement across our global operations. Over the past year, we have reached significant milestones that reflect our ongoing commitment to innovation, excellence, and global growth in the technical recruitment sector.
At the 2025 REC Awards, VHR celebrated a triple award win, highlighting our commitment to best practice in recruitment, ethical operations, and people-first culture. These accolades reflect the dedication of our international teams and our focus on continuous improvement across every part of the business.
Read more about our REC Award wins
We were also proud to be named Best UK Overseas Operation at the Global Recruiter Awards 2025. This award recognised our success in expanding operations and delivering high-impact recruitment services to clients and candidates worldwide. It reflects our ability to scale with quality while maintaining strong local partnerships.
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Our CEO, Danny Brooks, was honoured as IoD Global Director of the Year 2025, a prestigious recognition of his leadership and strategic direction. This award reflects VHR’s strong values-led culture, underpinned by Danny’s vision to transform international recruitment through ethical, human-led practices.
Read about Danny’s triple honour
Our global footprint also expanded significantly in 2025, with VHR officially launching in North America. This move enables us to better serve clients in the Aerospace & Aviation and Engineering sectors across the region, offering tailored recruitment solutions and access to a wider global talent pool.
VHR launches in America
In line with this expansion, we were proud to announce our first North American sponsorship, taking place at a leading aviation conference. This strategic investment further strengthens our presence in key global markets and reinforces our support of the aviation community.
Read about our aviation conference sponsorship
Our continued growth and delivery of exceptional service was further validated with victories at both the Recruiter Awards 2025 and the TIARA Recruitment Awards UK&I. These awards recognise excellence in candidate experience, client service, and innovation in recruitment, demonstrating our position as a trusted industry leader.
See our Recruiter Awards success
More on the TIARA Awards
Comments from VHR Leadership
Danny Brooks, CEO of VHR, shared:
“This recognition reflects the culture we’ve built and the commitment our teams show every day. We’ve always believed that success in technical recruitment, especially in aviation, starts with putting people first. To be seen as one of the best employers in the industry globally is a moment of immense pride.”
Paul Robinson, COO of VHR, added:
“Our business has grown significantly, but our values remain consistent. This award is a validation of our investment in talent, wellbeing, diversity and leadership. Aviation is a complex, fast-moving industry, and we’re proud to be shaping it with a world-class team.”
Why Being a Great Employer Matters in Aviation
The aviation industry continues to face a shortage of skilled workers. Building a reputation as a desirable place to work is not only good for staff retention—it’s essential for attracting global talent in a competitive landscape.
At VHR, we work closely with skilled professionals in Aerospace & Aviation, Engineering, and Defence to match them with meaningful careers around the world. Our focus on ethical recruitment and long-term partnerships helps both clients and candidates succeed.
Whether it’s providing relocation support, career development, or global mobility solutions, our people-centric approach ensures we remain a trusted staffing partner in over 50 countries.
