Honouring Veterans: Pete Heap Hands Over £3,760 to Telford Mind’s Armed Forces Community Café

Peter Heap hands over Cheque to Telford Mind's Veterans' Cafe

After completing his incredible Wrekin 100 Challenge, Pete Heap, Principal Recruitment Consultant at Jonathan Lee Recruitment, recently visited Turreff Hall in Donnington to officially hand over a cheque for £3,760 to Telford Mind’s Veterans’ Cafe. This remarkable donation, which includes a generous £2,000 contribution from Jonathan Lee Recruitment, will go towards supporting the vital work…

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How SMEs Can Win Defence Contracts

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The UK government has announced increased investment in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the defence sector, opening up significant opportunities for businesses looking to enter the MOD supply chain. However, winning defence contracts can be a complex process that requires an understanding of procurement rules, compliance requirements, and strategic partnerships. In this guide, we’ll…

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How the UK’s Increased Defence Investment Will Boost SME Recruitment

HMS Ark Royal aircraft carrier flagship of British Royal Navy

The UK government’s recent commitment to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 is set to provide a significant boost to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the defence sector. With a new government-backed support hub and SME spending targets in place, thousands of smaller businesses will gain better access to the defence…

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Pete Heap Takes on a New Challenge: Swimming 100,000 Metres for Veterans’ Wellbeing Hub

Pete Heap begins his 2025 Swimming Challenge half crop

At Jonathan Lee Recruitment, we are always inspired by the dedication and commitment of our team, both professionally and personally. One individual who exemplifies this is Pete Heap, our Principal Recruitment Consultant and Armed Forces Covenant Champion. Last year, Pete completed an extraordinary challenge—climbing the 1,334 ft Wrekin Hill in Shropshire 100 times to raise…

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Managing Workload Peaks: A flexible workforce may be the smartest move

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In today’s fast-paced business environment, fluctuations in workload volumes are inevitable. Grant Nisbet explains that while a rise in demand is a positive sign of business growth, meeting these demands while maintaining operational efficiency and business continuity presents a significant challenge. Engaging with long-term, loyal employees to share strategies and secure their buy-in has never…

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How to Hire the Best Purchasing and Supply Chain Professionals in 2025

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Hiring top-tier purchasing and supply chain professionals is more critical than ever – with global supply chains facing unprecedented challenges and rapid technological advancements reshaping the industry, businesses need agile, strategic talent to stay competitive. As we move into 2025, securing the right professionals requires a refined approach that goes beyond traditional recruitment methods. Why…

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Pete Heap Completes His Wrekin Challenge

Wrekin 100 climb 100 team at top of hill

You may have heard the phrase “All round the Wrekin,” but Peter Heap, Principal Recruitment Consultant at Jonathan Lee Recruitment, has taken it to another level by going up and down the iconic Wrekin Hill in Shropshire 100 times! Now, Pete has completed this incredible challenge, all in support of the Veterans’ Café – Telford…

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Pete nears completion of the Wrekin 100 Challenge

Peter Heap 90th hill walk

You may have heard the phrase “all round the Wrekin,” but Peter Heap, Principal Recruitment Consultant at Jonathan Lee Recruitment, has taken it to a whole new level by going up and down the Wrekin 100 times! Now, with only 10 more climbs to complete, Pete is close to achieving this impressive feat, all while…

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CV Workshops at Harper Adams University

Jason Cole at Harper Adams University

Jonathan Lee Recruitment recently had the pleasure of supporting Harper Adams University‘s second-year engineering students as they prepared for their third-year work placements. It was a day filled with energy, enthusiasm, and valuable learning experiences, and we’re thrilled to have been part of it. The event began with a warm welcome from James Croxford, (Senior…

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