Engineering, Manufacturing & Commercial Recruitment

Built on Real Relationships

Marshall Harmony is a specialist recruitment agency supporting engineering and manufacturing businesses across the West Midlands and UK.


We recruit technical professionals, commercial talent and senior leaders, combining specialist market knowledge with a personal approach.

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Exclusive-only

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No upfront fees

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2% to Acorns

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About Us

Real Industry Understanding

Marshall Harmony is not a generalist recruiter trying to cover every market.

We specialise in engineering, manufacturing and the commercial functions that support them, giving us a deeper understanding of the roles, businesses and people we recruit for.

Our industry partnerships and networks keep us close to the markets we work in, helping us have better conversations with employers and candidates.

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Laura Davies

Founder & Managing Director

92%

of vacancies filled

82%

of placed candidates still in role after 12 months

250+

candidates placed in the past three years

2%

of every placement fee donated to Acorns Children's Hospice

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Ellie Tapper

Operations Director

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Our Specialisms

Recruitment Across Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain and Commercial Functions

We recruit across the technical, operational and commercial functions that keep businesses moving.

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Engineering

Design, quality, maintenance and project engineers who can actually do the job.

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Manufacturing

Production, operations and shop-floor leadership across the West Midlands.

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Executive Search

Confidential, targeted appointments at director and leadership level.

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Logistics & Supply Chain

Planning, procurement, warehousing and distribution, beyond the factory gates.

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Sales

Internal sales, account management and business development for technical products.

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Marketing

Marketing executives to heads of

marketing for industrial and B2B brands.

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Finance

Accounts assistants through to financial controllers and finance

directors.

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HR

HR administrators, advisors and

managers who understand shift-based workforces.

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How We Can Help

Executive, Permanent and Contract Recruitment Built Around the Role

Different vacancies need different approaches. We recommend the right route based on the role, availability of talent and what your business needs to achieve.

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Marshall Harmony Executive

Executive Search

Confidential executive search for senior, director and leadership appointments across engineering, manufacturing and commercial functions.

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Core service

Permanent recruitment

Specialist permanent recruitment across engineering, manufacturing and commercial functions, focused on long-term fit.

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Contract Recruitment

Flexible contract recruitment for experienced professionals supporting projects, specialist requirements and time-sensitive business needs.

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Current Opportunities

Where Could Your Next Role Take You?

Explore current engineering, manufacturing and commercial opportunities across the UK.

Any sector ▼
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MORE THAN RECRUITMENT

Connected to Our Industries and Invested in Our Community

Marshall Harmony is proud to support the industries, communities and people connected to our work.

Through industry partnerships, future talent initiatives and our partnership with Acorns Children’s Hospice, we aim to contribute to the communities we recruit from.

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Our Values

Placing People First

Placing people first means taking the time to understand both sides of the recruitment process.


For employers, that means asking better questions and taking ownership of the search. For candidates, it means honest information, useful feedback and clear communication.


The goal is not simply to make a placement. It is to make one that works long term.

“Setting Laura apart from other recruiters is the commitment to really understanding the needs of both employers and individuals alike.”

Matthew A, candidate and then client, on Google

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LATEST INSIGHTS

Insights From Across Recruitment and Industry

Recruitment advice, market perspectives and conversations from across engineering and manufacturing.

Marshall Harmony Attend Women in Recycling Event - marshall-harmony

By Laura Davies • April 8, 2026
Marshall Harmony attend the Women in Recycling event, exploring the challenges, operational pressures and industry conversations shaping recycling today.

The Reveal of the 2026 Radical SR3 XXR at UWR - marshall-harmony

By Laura Davies • April 1, 2026
Inside the 2026 Radical SR3 XXR launch with UWR and Marshall Harmony’s ongoing support for future engineering talent.

Marshall Harmony Renews Sponsorship of University of Wolverhampton Racing for a Second Year

By Laura Davies • March 23, 2026
Marshall Harmony renews its sponsorship of University of Wolverhampton Racing, continuing a hands-on partnership that supports emerging engineering talent and bridges the gap between education and industry
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Trusted by Employers and Job Seekers

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QUESTIONS PEOPLE ASK

Straight Answers About Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment

  • Which recruitment agency specialises in engineering and manufacturing in the West Midlands?

    Marshall Harmony is an independent engineering and manufacturing recruitment agency based in Ironbridge, Shropshire, supporting employers and candidates across the West Midlands and throughout the UK.

  • What roles does Marshall Harmony recruit for?

    We recruit across engineering, manufacturing, logistics and supply chain, sales, marketing, finance and HR, alongside senior leadership and Executive Search appointments.

  • How does exclusive recruitment work?

    Marshall Harmony works on the principle of one role, one recruiter. One recruiter takes ownership of the brief, represents the opportunity consistently and manages the search from start to finish.

  • Does Marshall Harmony charge upfront fees or retainers?

    No. Marshall Harmony works without upfront fees or retainers, with the recruitment fee based on a successful appointment.

  • When should a business use Executive Search?

    Executive Search is suited to senior, director and leadership appointments where the right candidates may not be actively applying, the search requires discretion or the hire will have a significant impact on the business.

  • How do I find engineering or manufacturing jobs?

    Search our current engineering, manufacturing and commercial vacancies, or submit your CV so our team can contact you when a suitable opportunity becomes available.

  • What results does Marshall Harmony deliver?

    Marshall Harmony fills 92% of the vacancies it takes on, while 82% of placed candidates remain in role after 12 months. Around 60% of the candidates we speak to are not on the open market.

  • Why does Marshall Harmony donate to Acorns Children’s Hospice?

    Giving back is built into the business. 2% of every placement fee is donated to Acorns Children’s Hospice, and clients can choose to match the contribution.

Ready for a role that genuinely fits?

Explore engineering, manufacturing and commercial jobs across the West Midlands and UK, with honest support throughout your search.

Looking for someone who can make a real difference?

Hire engineering, manufacturing and commercial talent with one role, one recruiter and no upfront fees.