VHR Global Technical Recruitment, winner at REC Awards 2026!
VHR was the proud winner of the Recruitment Team of the Year Award at the Recruitment & Employment Confederation’s 17th annual REC Awards 2026.
The REC Awards celebrate the best in UK recruitment, showcasing the work of brilliant recruiters from across the industry from agency to in-house and from start-ups to multinationals.
REC’s role is to drive standards and empower recruiters to be brilliant and the annual REC Awards celebrate those that hit and exceed the standards.
In all, 49 individual and 76 company entries were shortlisted across 19 categories. The winners were announced at the REC Awards ceremony at the O2 InterContinental in London on 5 November 2026.
About VHR
VHR is an international technical recruitment company providing solutions to the Aerospace & Aviation, F1 & Automotive, Engineering & Manufacturing, Civils & Infrastructure, Defence & Security, Renewables & Energy and Marine industries in 59 countries around the world.
Created in 2003 by technical engineers and experienced recruiters, VHR was created to deliver a partnership approach with ethics and collaboration at the heart of business.
VHR is dedicated to transforming the lives of candidates and clients in the Aviation, Automotive, Defence, Marine, and Engineering sectors through exceptional training, ethical recruitment practices, and comprehensive logistical support.
Moving past conventional recruitment, VHR pioneer talent cultivation in underserved areas. With a global outlook, we travel to discover semi-skilled workers, provide customised training programs in collaboration with clients, and elevate competencies for the benefit of both candidates and clients.
VHR prioritises legal compliance in every aspect of our recruitment solutions. We meticulously handle all necessary registrations, certifications, and licensing, ensuring that our clients receive high-quality contract and permanent workers while adhering to ethical standards. With our global reach, we source skilled talent worldwide, delivering solutions that meet both legal requirements and client expectations.
Maxine Bligh, REC Interim Chief Executive, said:
“Tonight celebrates the boldness and brilliance of the recruitment industry, worth £40 billion a year to the UK economy. Recruiters change lives, localities and businesses for the better. These awards recognise the individuals and organisations setting the standard for excellence in recruitment.
“In another challenging year for the economy, recruiters have shown exceptional resilience, innovation and professionalism, helping businesses grow and people find opportunities. Technology can help make recruitment more efficient, but it is people who understand potential, build trust and make great matches. Our winners show how the best recruiters are combining technological innovation with human expertise to deliver outstanding results for clients and jobseekers alike.”
Danny Brooks MBE, VHR Chief Executive Officer, said:
"This award reflects the hard work our team puts in every single day to deliver exceptional results for our clients and candidates. To be recognised by the REC is an honour, and we're proud to bring the trophy home."
About the REC
The REC is the voice of the recruitment industry, speaking up for great recruiters. We drive standards and empower recruitment businesses to build better futures for great candidates and themselves. We are champions of an industry which is fundamental to the strength of the UK economy.
Find out more about the Recruitment & Employment Confederation at www.rec.uk.com.
