Build your
career with
Brightwork.
Find a permanent
role that works for you.
At Brightwork, we don’t just help people find jobs - we help build long-term careers and ‘bright’ futures.
If you’re looking for your next permanent or professional role in Scotland, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re ready to take the next step, change direction, or secure a role that better reflects your skills and ambitions, our specialist team is here to support you every step of the way.
Brightwork for
your career
move?
We’ve been placing people into permanent roles across Scotland for years - building long-term careers as well as strong, lasting relationships with employers.
Our team has a deep understanding of the professional job market and a proven track record of matching candidates with roles where they can grow and succeed.
What makes us different?
Proven experience - Years of successfully placing candidates in permanent roles across Scotland
Strong employer relationships - Trusted by businesses to find the right long-term talent
Local market knowledge - Insight into industries, salaries, and opportunities across Scotland
Personal approach - We take the time to understand you and what you re looking for
Straightforward advice - Honest guidance you can rely on
Strong & sustainable recruitment practises that promote diversity and inclusivity
Permanent roles we recruit for
We work across a wide range of sectors and professional disciplines, including:
Whether you’re early in your career or stepping into a senior position, we’ll help you find the right fit.
How we support you
Looking for a permanent role can feel overwhelming - but it doesn't have to be.
With Brightwork, you'll get:
- CV advice and support
- Interview preparation and coaching
- Insight into employers and roles
- Ongoing communication and feedback
We're here to make the process straightforward, transparent, and tailored to you.
Meet the Team
Behind every successful placement is a team that genuinely cares.
Our permanent recruitment specialists bring deep industry knowledge, strong employer relationships, and a passion for helping people succeed. They’ll take the time to understand what you’re looking for - and work with you to make it happen.
Ian Grant
Director
Ian has nearly 30 years’ recruitment experience across manufacturing, engineering, technical and professional sectors. He leads specialist teams while continuing to recruit for key clients, combining strategic leadership with hands-on expertise. Ian is known for delivering tailored recruitment solutions across permanent, contract and temporary hiring.
Alan Marshall
Principal Consultant
Alan has 20 years’ recruitment experience across manufacturing, engineering, oil and gas, construction and marine sectors. He specialises in sourcing white-collar professionals from technical specialists through to executive appointments. Alan is known for exceeding client expectations and delivering tailored recruitment solutions across complex markets.
Ruth Coulter
Principal Consultant
Ruth has 14 years’ recruitment experience specialising in Finance and HR recruitment across the UK. She manages the full recruitment lifecycle, building trusted relationships with clients and candidates alike. Ruth is known for her consultative approach, market expertise and delivering talent solutions that create lasting value.
Wendy Mitchell
Principal Consultant
Wendy has over 22 years’ recruitment experience across the North of Scotland. She specialises in recruiting for agriculture, commercial and senior management roles, building trusted relationships with clients and candidates alike. Wendy is passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating positive recruitment experiences for everyone involved.
Chris Payne
Recruitment Consultant
Chris has almost seven years’ recruitment experience specialising in temporary and permanent white-collar recruitment within life sciences and quality. He manages the recruitment journey from sourcing through to placement, building strong relationships with clients and candidates while delivering an excellent recruitment experience.
Daniel Allen
Recruitment Consultant
Daniel has almost seven years’ recruitment experience across industrial, office support and sales and marketing recruitment. He specialises in connecting talented professionals with opportunities across commercial and marketing disciplines. Daniel enjoys building long-term relationships with clients and candidates while delivering an outstanding recruitment experience.
Christopher Harris
Principal Consultant
Chris has 14 years of recruitment experience. He was lucky enough to start his recruitment journey in Singapore back in 2012, where he gained valuable experience in a fast-paced and diverse market. In 2018, he moved back home to Scotland and have focused on the manufacturing and engineering sectors ever since. Chris enjoys partnering with businesses to find great talent and helping candidates take the next step in their careers.
John McAllister
Recruitment Consultant
John has 14+ years' recruitment experience, specialising in construction recruitment across the UK & US Markets, managing the full recruitment lifecycle and building trusted relationships with clients & candidates. He is an expert in stakeholder engagement for low & high-volume project resourcing, across multi-cultural environments. John is adept in managing recruitment processes from on-site positions through to executive leadership roles, ensuring seamless delivery from sourcing to onboarding.
Start your
search today
Your next opportunity could be closer than you think.
Browse our latest permanent roles or get in touch with our team to talk about what you’re looking for - we’re ready when you are.
Why Brightwork?
Because we believe recruitment should feel human.
We're straightforward, supportive, and focused on doing what's right - for you and your 'bright' future.
