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How Murray McIntosh delivered four specialist hires in a low-profile regulatory sector, each preferred candidate accepting first time.
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When ESL needed contract engineers in a market where the same candidates are approached by multiple recruiters at once, Murray McIntosh's existing relationships made the difference, filling two Mechanical Engineer roles and a Senior Civil Engineer position with a 100% offer acceptance rate.
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Mott MacDonald Bentley partnered with Murray McIntosh for specialist engineering recruitment across infrastructure, clean, waste and reservoir schemes.
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AMP8 is putting unprecedented pressure on the water workforce. Share your views in the 2026 Water Industry Labour Report and help shape workforce strategy.
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Anna Kelly
Jul 06, 2026 · 2 mins read
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Jun 03, 2026 · 6 mins read
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May 12, 2026 · 7 mins read
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We asked one question "Do you believe short-termism is influencing decision-making in your sector, and if so, what are the consequences?"
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Frequent leadership change is transforming how organisations hire, and shaping skills against a changing political agenda.
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With workforce shortages rising and AMP8 timelines compressing, the water sector faces a growing talent crisis. Discover why strategic, collaborative hiring is essential.
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Geopolitical volatility is reshaping hiring in the energy sector. This article explores how policy, corporate affairs and leadership capability demands are evolving in response.
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What we're hearing about AMP8 doesn't match the official narrative. Stalled programmes, draining talent, and the workforce crisis the sector must confront.
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With AMP8 driving £104bn of investment, the water industry faces a critical workforce shortage. Discover why relying solely on sector-experienced talent is no longer viable, and which adjacent industries offer the transferable engineering, project delivery and leadership skills needed to meet rising demand.
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Future Water’s Impact Report 2025 rightly calls for honest conversation across the sector. This commentary explores why workforce sustainability remains a present constraint and why action must start earlier, inside organisations, not just at industry level.
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An article exploring why trade associations and charities increasingly need strategic senior professionals who are also hands-on, what skills these hybrid leaders require, how budget shapes recruitment, and how specialist recruiters can help attract them.