About Us

Alexander James Recruiting was established in early 2016 with the purpose of assisting Sales & Engineering professionals within specific sectors. We position ourselves primarily as an Executive Search & Headhunting organisation who are here to add value by finding the top talent who are passively looking for job opportunities and to develop their careers. We use our considerable skills and experience to attract these individuals to your business.

Our main areas of focus are for the below sectors:

- Material Handling
- Warehouse Automation & Robotics
- Racking & Storage
- Commercial Vehicles
- Construction Equipment (Plant/Cranes/Powered Access)


Our Values:

- Integrity

- Collaboration

- Diligence

Meet The Team

Alex Hopkirk
Founder
Managing Director

07557658751
alex@alexanderjamesrecruiting.co.uk

Rob Nicholls
Head of Engineering
& Techinical

07780165357
rob@alexanderjamesrecruiting.co.uk

Jordan Cox
Sales Recruitment
Specialist

07399056443
jordan
@alexanderjamesrecruiting.co.uk

Chloe Bellamy
Recruitment
Administrator

01905 231 30
chloeb@alexanderjamesrecruiting.co.uk

The 'Passive' Candidate

The recruitment industry as a whole has too much of a focus on quick results. Thats why as a business we set ourselves apart by developing long term, sustainable relationships. At our core is the term 'passive' candidate. As a business, you want to employ the very best and ultimately have access to the small pool of individuals who are able to truly add value. This is where we come in. Alexander James Recruiting spends time getting to know those professionals seeking a move over a period of time looking to develop their career and in affect those who are often under the radar. This approach leads to more successful long term results for our clients and candidates alike.

For certain, specific recruitment projects we may recommend a retained option. This involves a partial, upfront payment in order to begin the search and a final payment upon placement of a candidate.  

To find out more about our fee and rebate structure please get in touch by emailing jobs@alexanderjamesrecruiting.co.uk and one of our team will be in touch or click 'contact us' below.

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Companies we work with

What our customers say

Client

Handled everything very efficiently and effectively. Nothing was too much trouble and always delivered on their promises

Lloyd James

Dealer Manager - Doosan Bobcat

Candidate

Alexander James Recruiting helped pair me up with a job based off of how I came across, not just my CV. Recently started and excited to start my career thanks to them.

Billy Bateson

Graduate Systems Integrations Engineer - LAC Logistics Automation

Candidate

I’d highly recommend Alex and the team! From the start they were honest and upfront and really easy to work with. They took the time to understand what I was looking for and were clear about the role and expectations. Communication was excellent throughout - I was never out of the loop. It was clear they genuinely cared about both their client and making sure the role was the right fit for everyone involved! Strongly recommended to anyone looking for a recruiter they can trust!

Dalton Fairbrother

Area Sales Manager - Mantis Cranes

Client

Alex has spent time understanding the needs of our business and organisational fit which in turn, when it comes to recruiting for positions, has resulted in a good quality of candidates for roles. I have no hesitation in recommending Alexander James Recruiting.

Heath Ghent

Sales Director - GNB Industrial Power

Candidate

I would highly recommend Alexander James Recruiting for any recruitment needs, extremely helpful throughout the whole process and always on the end of the phone updating you with the latest information. Their industry knowledge is second to none.

Chris Littlewood

Project Sales Manager - Palletower Racking & Shelving Ltd

Candidate

Alexander James Recruiting recently placed me in a new role and the whole process was seamless. The team have an in depth understanding of the industry and went above and beyond to ensure that the role was the correct fit. I was kept well informed throughout and I would strongly recommend them to anyone looking for a new role.

Sean Hogan

Business Development Manager - Linde Material Handling UK

Client

Alexander James Recruiting supported us with recruitment of a candidate in 2025. The thing I was most impressed by was how much enthusiasm they were able to convey to candidates on our behalf. They clearly took the time to understand the role, which meant that the candidates they introduced us to were both well informed & excited about the opportunity. I would definitely recommend Alexander James Recruiting to others & will happily call on their services again in the future.

Greg Collett

Sales Manager UK - CHG Meridian

Candidate

Alexander James Recruiting has been a brilliant example of a recruiter. They took the time to understand my requirements, what I was willing to accept and what I wasn't willing to accept. My recruiter negotiated the best deal for me which was better than expected and has stayed in touch to ensure if I have any concerns that he can assist me. Their knowledge of the industry is unrivalled and I would not hesitate to recommend him in any instance.

Carrlla-Simone Kennedy

Contracts Manager - ThyssenKrupp

Candidate

Alexander James Recruiting offer outstanding support and assistance in finding a new role. They are appointed by companies to recruit for them but they quite clearly want the best for the candidates too. They are very knowledgeable of the companies they are recruiting for and provide invaluable advice and guidance with regards to the interview process. Once I had been offered my new role they still remained in contact, ensuring I had received my offer / contract and was prepared for my first day. They have since been in touch asking how I’m getting on. I would highly recommend getting in touch with them for help finding your next new role.

Sarah Reynolds

National Contracts Manager - Toyota Material Handling UK

Candidate

I came across Alex and his company when scrolling through LinkedIn. I was ready for a change of job role, but was struggling to find the next move that met all my search criteria. I had several long chats with Alex, where overtime my requirements for my next role became clear to him. I must say, he really listened to my needs and only presented opportunities that would come close and if there was any difference he made the differences clear. He opened some doors for me that would have been very difficult to open myself. I've now started the role and so far it is everything that I was told it would be.

Sam Farrar-Fry

Key Account Manager - Dexion Automation

Candidate

Alexander James Recruiting are a fantastic recruitment company. From our first conversation, it was clear that they have a passion for what they do and always put the candidate first. My experience with them couldn’t of gone better, the communication was constant, honest and professional. They helped me with tips for interviews and connected me with other colleagues the company had placed once I received an offer. I cannot recommend them enough and will keep in touch.

Martin Havard-Blake

Solutions Engineer - Geek+

Candidate

"Jordan went above and beyond to help me get the job I wanted. Explaining in detail the job role and the company. He has clearly got a fantastic business relationship with companies he works with and explained to them in detail about myself and background. Communication was key and Jordan always did what he said he would do! I had total trust with the professional style he kept and would highly recommend both him and Alexander James Recruiting for everything they have done."

Ben Browning

Area Sales Manager - Jungheinrich UK Ltd

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