At Wagstaff, we bring over 30 years of experience recruiting within the engineering, manufacturing, and automation sectors.
Our clients have always been global operators, many of them U.S.-owned. Initially, we supported their UK facilities. As we built trusted relationships, our clients came to rely on our honesty and adaptability when recruiting for different roles or locations. This trust led us to expand—first into Europe, achieving success in Germany and France, and then into the USA.
Local Expertise, Global Reach
Our recruitment services are delivered from within the USA. Just as with our projects in Europe, we ensure that recruitment is managed by experienced professionals who live and work in the country where we’re hiring.
All of our recruitment partners are trusted, thoroughly vetted, and members of respected organizations like NPAworldwide and TEAM, which enforce strict codes of conduct and promote collaborative recruitment efforts.
Building Relationships, Delivering Results
When you partner with us, you’ll meet us face-to-face. While our initial discussions may take place via video call to understand your needs, for committed recruitment projects, Ruth Forster will visit you in person.
If you trust us with your recruitment, we take that seriously. Spending time with you, understanding your organization, and experiencing its culture firsthand is essential. Just as a résumé comes to life when meeting a candidate, your job description comes to life when we meet you and see your business in action.
At Wagstaff, we don’t just fill roles—we solve complex hiring challenges in the engineering, manufacturing, and automation sectors. While our success is rooted in listening, curiosity, and genuine care, the true value lies in the deep partnerships we build with our clients.
As recruitment has evolved, many organizations have developed strong internal capabilities for effective hiring. Our clients now collaborate with us as strategic partners, leveraging our expertise to enhance their internal teams’ recruitment abilities and relying on our delivery services only when needed.
Ruth and Stuart are the driving forces behind Wagstaff. Together, they’ve crafted an international recruitment service that’s both innovative and deeply rooted in industry expertise.
Ruth Forster
Ruth Forster, MA, RCDP, FREC – Strategy
Ruth is the visionary behind Wagstaff. With three decades of recruitment experience in operational roles, she continually pushes boundaries to find innovative solutions. Her strategic mindset ensures Wagstaff stays ahead of industry trends, helping our clients hire effectively today and develop talent strategies for the future.
MA-qualified in Career Coaching and Development, Ruth applies a coaching approach to recruitment that ensures the right cultural fit is paired with the necessary skills for lasting success for both the organization and the candidate.
Email: ruth.forster@wagstaffrecruitment.co.uk
Stuart Cooper
Stuart Cooper, B.Eng in Management of Manufacturing Systems – Delivery
Stuart is the engineer of the team. He asks the tough questions, dives into the details, and challenges assumptions to ensure every aspect of the process is thorough.
His analytical precision complements Ruth’s big-picture perspective, creating a perfect balance of creativity and attention to detail.
Email: stuart.cooper@wagstaffrecruitment.co.uk
Recruitment Expertise and Strategy You Can Trust
At Wagstaff, we don't just fill roles—we enhance your hiring process with tailored recruitment strategies and expert delivery.Contact Ruth Forster today to discuss how we can support your organization's unique needs.
Email: ruth.forster@wagstaffrecruitment.co.uk
Phone: +1 346-250-4963
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