Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Recruitment Partner in Edinburgh
At D R Newitt, we have established ourselves as a dedicated recruitment partner since 2002, specialising in connecting talent with opportunity across diverse industries. Our approach is built on core values of trust, determination, and growth, ensuring long-lasting relationships with clients and candidates through transparency and integrity. With a team of experienced consultants, we offer tailored recruitment solutions that align with business objectives and company culture, from entry-level roles to executive leadership positions.Our proactive talent sourcing strategies and market insights enable organisations to build robust talent pipelines while staying ahead of industry trends. We prioritise understanding individual client and candidate requirements to deliver professional, personal service that consistently exceeds expectations. Our expertise spans food and drink manufacturing, renewable energy, chemical manufacturing, agriculture, and executive-level recruitment, supported by a commitment to continuous improvement and client satisfaction.
Services
Food & Drink Recruitment
Renewable Energy Jobs
Chemical Manufacturing Roles
Agriculture Staffing
Executive Search
Talent Sourcing
Market Insights
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We specialise in industry-specific recruitment across 6 key sectors
- Our consultants provide tailored, consultative recruitment solutions
- We offer discreet executive search services for leadership roles
- Proactive talent sourcing identifies passive, high-calibre candidates
- We combine market insights with 20+ years of recruitment expertise
What people say
Top class service
Positive experience
Diligent and committed
Seamless process
Professional and approachable
Services
Recruitment Services
We provide comprehensive recruitment services across multiple industries, connecting employers with qualified professionals. Our consultants work closely with clients to understand specific requirements and company culture, ensuring optimal matches. With expertise in both permanent and contract roles, we deliver efficient hiring solutions that reduce time-to-fill while maintaining quality standards.
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies senior-level talent for critical leadership positions. Utilising extensive industry networks and targeted approaches, we source candidates with strategic vision and proven track records. This discreet service includes in-depth candidate assessment and market benchmarking to ensure alignment with organisational goals and leadership requirements.
Talent Sourcing
We employ proactive talent sourcing strategies to identify high-calibre professionals, including passive candidates not actively seeking roles. Using advanced techniques and technology, we build robust talent pipelines for clients. This service ensures access to specialised skills and experience that match specific industry demands and organisational needs.
Market Insights
Our market insights service provides clients with up-to-date sector knowledge and recruitment trends. We deliver benchmarking data and competitive analysis to inform hiring strategies. This intelligence helps organisations make informed decisions about salary ranges, skill shortages, and emerging industry developments affecting talent acquisition.
CV Registration
Candidates can register their CVs to access exclusive job opportunities and personalised career support. Our database connects professionals with relevant roles matching their skills and aspirations. Registered candidates receive regular updates about suitable positions and benefit from expert guidance throughout the application process.
People
Stephanie Newitt
Managing Director
As Managing Director, Stephanie leads strategic direction and oversees operations across all sectors. With extensive recruitment industry experience since 2002, she ensures the company maintains its commitment to excellence and client satisfaction through effective leadership and business development.
Ryan Flannigan
Business Director
Ryan specialises in executive recruitment, delivering high-quality candidates for complex roles. His sector knowledge and client-focused approach have resulted in successful placements for major organisations. He maintains strong relationships with both clients and candidates to ensure optimal matching and long-term satisfaction.
Gareth Baerecke
Associate Director
Gareth provides expert recruitment solutions, particularly in food and drink manufacturing. Known for his responsiveness and industry knowledge, he supports candidates through the application process while delivering tailored staffing solutions that meet specific business requirements and industry standards.
Forbes Gunn
Group Business Director
Forbes oversees group business development and strategic client relationships. With deep sector expertise, he ensures the company maintains its competitive edge in recruitment services. His leadership contributes to delivering innovative solutions that address evolving industry challenges and client needs.
Grant Thomson
Operations Director
Grant manages operational efficiency and process improvement across recruitment services. His focus on quality control and candidate experience ensures consistent delivery of high-standard services. He implements best practices to enhance both client satisfaction and candidate placement success rates.
Questions
What industries does D R Newitt specialise in?
We specialise in food & drink manufacturing, renewable energy, chemical manufacturing, agriculture, and executive-level recruitment across the UK.
What recruitment services do you offer employers?
We provide full-cycle recruitment, executive search, talent sourcing, market insights, and tailored staffing solutions for specific industry needs.
Do you offer both permanent and contract roles?
Yes, we offer both permanent placements and contract opportunities across all our specialist sectors.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
We conduct thorough assessments, verify credentials, and match candidates' skills with specific job requirements and company culture.
Can I get career advice from your consultants?
Yes, our consultants provide personalised career guidance and interview preparation support to registered candidates.
Reviews (5)
Angela Smythe
Mar 29, 2023
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Complete lack of communication, promise a lot and don't deliver. Told CV is very impressive and will be supported in role hunt then ghosted.
Arjun Kichenassamy
Jan 15, 2022
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I am a Food technologist. I was dealing with consultant Sully for new job vacancies. He was extraordinary, not only a job consultant but also a good motivator who encouraged me for interviews and also got selected in a best position in the food industry
Francesca Manca
Sep 15, 2021
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Poor customer service, applied for a job I really wanted and they said their were going to let me know within the week even for a no. They never contacted me back
Chani Donnachie
Apr 29, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Responsiveness Ive never encountered a recruitment agency quite like this one. Rude, slow and unresponsive
Craig Campbell
Apr 10, 2018
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Applied for several roles advertised by this firm, each time an email assured me I would receive contact from a consultant to discuss opportunities but never heard a thing. Not the most professional approach in my opinion
