Celebrating Excellence: GCA Wins Service Supplier of the Year at IAAF Awards
News, UncategorizedThe UK aftermarket came together in 2025 for the IAAF’s annual Pride of the Aftermarket Awards, hosted at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Milton Keynes. For Glen Callum Associates (GCA), the evening was unforgettable as we proudly took home the Service Supplier of the Year Award ….. for the second year running!
Why cutting corners on hiring can cost you more than you think…
Reports & Guides, UncategorizedAre we engaging with all the talent we want to attract, or just the visible 20%? A strong recruitment partner doesn’t just fill vacancies, they create real value. They: Reach beyond the active job market to uncover hidden talent. Build and maintain networks for future hiring needs as they understand your business over time. Communicate consistently with candidates throughout the process. Provide clear, data-led advice on salary , expectations and real live market conditions. Manage the process and interaction end-to-end, helping clients navigate unseen obstacles that aren’t apparent to people dipping in and out of the market periodically.
Is it a competitive job market? Are employers hiring?
News, UncategorizedIs it a competitive job market? Are employers hiring? Is now the time to look for a job? Where do I start?
Kayleigh zooms into the Automotive IAAF briefing
News, UncategorizedThe IAAF (Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation) held another virtual briefing session today allowing members to keep up-to-date on automotive aftermarket developments. Kayleigh Bradley, Senior Recruiter at Glen Callum Associates, zoomed into the IAAF event and provided us with a brief on the latest automotive aftermarket news........
Automotive Aftermarket – The Future
News, UncategorizedLaunched by the organisers of Automechanika - Messe Frankfurt UK, aftermarket professionals, including the GCA team, are able to access a live series of webinars discussing the industry’s critical next steps.
The key points covered in today's discussions were:
Are you an Executive searching for strategic and leadership roles?
News, UncategorizedOur Automotive Recruitment Director, Glen Shepherd, has been recruiting for Senior Executive, Director and CEO level positions for over 21 years and his knowledge and contacts are unrivalled. With a team of professional and ethical industry recruiters working alongside Glen you can guarantee access to the top jobs within the automotive trade.
Support your staff through furlough
News, UncategorizedStaff that feel forgotten, or undervalued, or are unsure of their future are likely to feel more secure if they can see that you are supporting them to train. It could be that you invest in a course, or that you simply encourage your staff to take part in online courses or webinars.
Recruitment during and after Covid-19
News, UncategorizedThe COVID-19 pandemic has already changed the shape of working – but what will its future impact on recruitment and business in general be? What permanent changes are likely when recruiting staff?
Future of UK Engineering and Manufacturing
News, UncategorizedGlen has been recruiting at a senior level for the Manufacturing sector for over 20 years, he is always interested in differing viewpoints and news and views on how companies are managing in uncertain times. From Brexit to Covid-19, the recent climate has proved interesting and challenging for business.Glen's article above highlights his passion for UK manufacturing whilst also appreciating the need to reach out to the rest of the world, whether this is trading with them or sharing ideas.
IAAF Annual General Meeting 2020
News, UncategorizedThe Glen Callum team will be attending the IAAF (Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation) Annual General Meeting on February 13th 2020, held at the IAAF offices in Birmingham. Director, Kerrie Richards and Senior Automotive Recruitment…
Ethical Recruiting the Glen Callum Way!
News, UncategorizedSome recruitment agencies may be tempted into the trap of unethical recruitment, unfortunately this not only hurts their reputation but can affect the reputation of their clients and their candidates' potential careers. At Glen Callum…
What to do after accepting a job offer?
News, UncategorizedWell done, you have been offered a job......now what next?We are often asked by successful job seekers what to do when they have landed a job offer. Therefore, we have written a guide, using our experience of the process, to ensure…
IAAF Annual Conference and Dinner
News, UncategorizedThe Glen Callum Team were delighted to attend the IAAF Annual Conference and Awards Dinner at the Hilton, Milton Keynes. The evening was hailed as the best ever with over 600 aftermarket professionals socialising at the event, the largest of its kind in the automotive aftermarket. Widely regarded as the industry’s premier networking event the team enjoyed catching up with industry faces both old and new.
Something to shout about: Glen Callum join the IAAF: The voice of the Independent Automotive Aftermarket
News, UncategorizedAutomotive aftermarket recruitment specialist, Glen Callum Associates have joined the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF).The IAAF is a trade association that represent its members on both a national and international…
Christmas arrives at Glen Callum Associates
News, UncategorizedWhether you love the Christmas festivities or find yourself wincing at the sights and sounds of carols and Christmas jumpers, we can’t deny that the holiday season is well and truly upon us. As the weather gets colder (or wetter!) and the…
Recruiting Overseas? Glen Callum Associates Celebrate ongoing Successes with International Recruitment
News, UncategorizedDo you need support with international recruitment? Is your business affected by increased competition and globalisation?As many businesses ensure they are at the forefront of international trading opportunities there has become…
Glen Callum host the MMMA Autumn Meeting with Mach2020 on the agenda…
News, UncategorizedOnce again Glen Callum Associates hosted the MMMA Council meeting providing an excellent opportunity for members to network and discuss industry updates.Glen and the Glen Callum team welcomed members of The Metal forming Machinery Makers’…
How to recruit staff simply and effectively
News, UncategorizedAttracting and retaining the right people to your business is key to your success. Ensuring managers and hirers are accessing a recruitment method that enables them to recruit quickly, cost effectively and successfully is crucial.At Glen…
CALLING ALL SERVICE ENGINEERS: GROUP RHODES HIRING
News, UncategorizedMMMA Member GROUP RHODES team up with Glen Callum in the search for ENGINEERING talent...We are delighted to announce that GROUP RHODES have engaged us in their quest in hiring SERVICE ENGINEERS throughout the UK. Right now GROUP RHODES…
Are you taking too long to hire? Why that’s bad in today’s recruitment market
News, UncategorizedA quick IntroductionOur team are extremely passionate about seeing candidates through every stage of the process and this has reaped positive rewards with clients choosing to work with us time and time again.Having been in the industry…
What’s the score? Football World Cup guidance for employers…….
News, UncategorizedSome of the recruiters at Glen Callum Associates have been eagerly counting down the days to the start of the world cup, well today’s the day! Many other employees will be exactly like our team, excited about the prospect of watching…
We’re in the press again!
News, UncategorizedGlen Callum Associates are UK recruitment leaders in the Automotive Aftermarket, Engineering and Industrial sectors.
Looking for Automotive Jobs and Engineering Roles within the UK, Europe or Overseas? Or are you an employer searching for…
A day in the life of a Glen Callum Recruiter!
News, UncategorizedGlen Callum Associates were honoured when Aftermarket Magazine requested to join us for a “day in the life….” article.
Alex Wells the editor of Aftermarket magazine is a familiar face in the industry. Prior to joining Aftermarket he…
Fantastic new role with Schaeffler
News, Uncategorized TECHNICAL PRODUCT MANAGER
IDEAL LOCATION – HEREFORD & WORCESTERSHIRE
(RE-LOCATION SUPPORT PACKAGE AVAILABLE)
££ COMPETITIVE - BASIC SALARY + BONUS
+ CAR + EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE
Are you a Category Manager or Product Manager…
Owl My Gosh!
News, UncategorizedHave you heard who's on the front page of this issues Aftermarket magazine?In addition to this you might be wondering Hoo are our latest recruits, Harry and Tom? You can find out on page 64.Keep an eye out in the next issue for another…
Extra, Extra, read all about Glen Callum!
News, UncategorizedDo you have the latest copy of Aftermarket Magazine? If so have you had a look at our feature on page 64?The feature introduces the latest additions to the growing Glen Callum team, Harry Wardrop, our social media superstar (I can call myself…
2017 Meet Glen….and what you didn’t know….
News, Uncategorized Callum Associates was established over 18 years ago and continues to flourish, excelling in supplying leading automotive, industrial and engineering businesses with tailored recruitment solutions throughout the UK, Europe and now other parts…
Understanding Millennials when recruiting!
News, Uncategorized#OpenLetter to companies that plan on existing in 25 years’ timeDear companies,Here I am, Claire Thomas, 24, a classic Millennial. I’m a Kick ass trainee recruitment consultant by day and a self-confessed social media addict…
Skills Shortage – up to 5000 Automotive jobs vacant in the UK
News, UncategorizedWe have been reporting for some time now, as recruiters for the automotive industry, that the job market has become candidate driven. The latest SMMT report highlights the skills and vacancy requirements within the automotive industry…
Automotive Recruitment Agency – View our Testimonials!
News, UncategorizedFor both job seekers and employers it’s important to ensure that the recruitment agency you chose offers professionalism and discretion. Following a surge in very positive testimonials at Glen Callum Associates we decided to shout about…
Automotive Supply chain 28,000 NEW UK Jobs!
News, UncategorizedFollowing a report by the SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers) a rise in employment is predicted with a new high in vehicle production.The amount of cars the UK produces will reach over two million vehicles by 2020, beating the former…
Automotive Jobs boost – autonomous vehicles to create 320,000 jobs!
News, UncategorizedConnected and autonomous vehicles will provide huge social, industrial and economic benefits to the UK according to recent KPMG research commissioned by the SMMT. KPMG has found that these new vehicles will deliver a £51 billion boost…
Record numbers of new jobs for SME’s!!!
News, UncategorizedAs manufacturing output continues to rise, the UK automotive sector will need to fill tens of thousands of skilled jobs by the end of the decade.The SMMT’s Chief Executive Mike Hawes has reported that investment into the automotive…
REC Recruitment Compliance Test Passed with Flying colours!
News, UncategorizedWe are all delighted to announce that Glen Callum Associates succeeded with an impressive 96% score following the REC's recent compliance test sitting.
The REC is the recruitment industry’s recognised body which supports its members…
Engaging candidates in a candidate driven market
News, UncategorizedWhat’s in it for me?How to engage candidates in today’s candidate driven job market.It’s all there, the tools at the end of our fingertips to find and engage candidates, we have a plethora of social networking tools both professional…
Good News for Black Country Manufacturing Jobs!
News, UncategorizedThe Minister for Cities, Greg Clark, formally signed the City Deal with Black Country local authorities and the Black Country Local Enterprise Partnership.The City Deal signed in February 2014 will in the next four years: …
Interview Preparation – The Forgotten Art
News, UncategorizedYou’ve done the difficult part tailoring your CV and selling yourself to get short-listed for interview against dozens of other eager candidates. Now is your chance to impress your future employer.Preparation is the first hurdle…
The Automotive Aftermarkets version of the Oscars!
News, Uncategorized Glen Callum Associates were once again proud to be invited to the 2014 CAT awards the automotive aftermarkets industry event aimed at rewarding factors, garages, retailers, suppliers and individuals who have achieved or excelled.,Held…
The hottest UK Automotive Engineering Jobs!
News, UncategorizedView the latest UK Automotive and Engineering jobs and vacancies at Glen Callum Associates. As Automotive Engineering Recruitment specialists we have the following NEW vacancies from a leading automotive company within South Wales.
Lead…
UK car manufacturing hits six-year high!
News, UncategorizedThe Society of Motor Trade Manufacturers and Traders SMMT has just launched results figures for the car manufacturing industry for 2013 and highlights positive predictions for the industry moving forward.Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive,…
Automotive Aftermarket Diagnostics is set to become one of the UK’s fastest growing segments!
News, UncategorizedAverage vehicle age rise leads to increase market value
The diagnostic scan tools market is expected to grow in the UK as vehicles with more complex electronics get older.
Globally, the market is due to reach $3.1 billion by 2018, with…
We are on Linked-in!
News, UncategorizedLinked-in is the world’s largest professional network and Glen Callum Associates and our successful recruiters are there!As a large number of you are using linked-in to expand your networks, both for the focus of increasing your business,…
2014 Insight into the UK Recruitment market!
News, UncategorizedThe Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) has updated their members on the major opportunities and challenges for the recruitment industry for 2014. As members of the REC we thought it useful to share and update OUR clients and…
What is an Automotive Aftermarket Job?
News, UncategorizedWe frequently get asked ‘Would a career in the UK automotive aftermarket allow for long term, abundant and exciting job opportunities?’ and ‘What actually is the automotive or motor vehicle aftermarket?’
We have put together an…
Thinking of a career in the Automotive industry?
News, UncategorizedAre you considering your options with regards to entry into the automotive industry? Are you thinking of a career change and the automotive industry is a possibility? Are you already a seasoned industry professional looking to increase…
In need of Information Technology and E Business Staff?
News, UncategorizedTechnology is evolving and the need for automotive aftermarket companies to take on “ebusiness professionals” to assist in their online strategies is evolving too!We not only recruit for sales roles – we also recruit for E-business…
Seeking a Job in Product Management?
News, UncategorizedProduct Management vacancies in abundance!!!! We have been inundated with requests from our clients looking for Product and Marketing Managers, we are therefore keen to hear from current Product Managers who are looking to progress their…
Searching for Automotive Aftermarket jobs?
News, UncategorizedYour search is over - the LATEST AUTOMOTIVE JOBS!!We currently have UK automotive jobs available within - Central Scotland, West Midlands, East Midlands, North West, Kent, Southern Wales, Belfast, South Yorkshire, Home Counties and…
10 Simple Pre-Interview Tips!
News, UncategorizedOur simple checklist of 10 pre-interview tips!Make sure you are prepared for your interview by carrying out a few simple pre-interview tasks. This will allow you to enter the interview room on time and with confidence!Research…
Impressive Interview Suite for Hire!
News, UncategorizedGlen Callum Associates have room facilities for interviews and meetings at the Red House Glass Cone. This central base with its rich history of industry, allows us to provide interview, meeting and training facilities to businesses, groups,…
