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Expertise, Knowledge & Experience

AdvanceRec are specialists in technical staffing solutions for disruptive markets; our team of experienced consultants offer unparalleled experience and market knowledge

Effective recruitment is the key for high growth companies

Working with a proactive, expert recruitment agency like AdvanceRec can help speed up the recruitment process. We are one of the UK’s fastest growing recruiters and can instinctively recognise successful sales ‘hunters’ versus the ‘farmers’. We bring these honed screening skills to ensure that the quality of shortlisted candidates meets your expectations.

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For clients

We work in partnership with our Clients to build long term working relationships that will deliver quality and act as a seamless extension of your internal resources.

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For candidates

Let AdvanceRec help progress your career and make the process seemless, We have client trust and can help you stand out from the crowd. Searching for your next career move and sending out multiple applications is time consuming and stressful. Save yourself hours of work by filling out our simple form and let AdvanceRec do the heavy lifting for you.

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Meet the leadership team

Ty Sheehan

Director

AdvanceRec, founded by Ty Sheehan, is dedicated to supporting the fastest-growing, most disruptive start-ups in the eVTOL, Space, and Defense industries. Specializing in Systems Engineering across multiple disciplines, AdvanceRec operates with a clear philosophy: to collaborate exclusively with the top 10% of specialists and companies. This approach ensures maximum innovation and drive within these cutting-edge sectors.

Ty’s recruitment strategy is solution-focused, consultative, and transparent, bringing these values into the hiring processes of his clients. If you specialize in areas such as Requirements Engineering, RF/Communications Systems Engineering, or Model-Based Systems Engineering, Ty is eager to connect. Alternatively, if you’re seeking engineers in these or related fields, AdvanceRec is here to help.

Beyond his professional expertise, Ty has a deep-rooted passion for sports, having played high-level Rugby throughout his teens and into adulthood. He’s also a keen footballer, enjoys golf, and has a love for great food—so if you prefer a more casual meeting, he’s always open to a chat over a meal

Chris Hampson

Talent Partner

One of the founders of the EQ group Chris brings a wealth of experience both in the banking world and recruitment. Passionate about building high quality businesses, where excellence is the norm, the opportunity to be involved with Advance Rec was too good to miss.

When not building companies for good, Chris can be found at Anfield watching the best team in the world, playing a bit of golf or hitting the gym.

James Doyle

Founder

James Doyle is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a proven track record of scaling and exiting successful ventures. As the founder of multiple companies, including Take a Seat and Clinically Sound, James has consistently demonstrated his ability to identify opportunities, build high-performing teams, and drive sustainable growth.

His most notable achievement includes the founding and eventual exit of Venturi Group, a recruitment powerhouse that James scaled into a market leader. With a deep understanding of the recruitment industry and a passion for innovation, he now channels his expertise into advising and investing in businesses poised for growth.

James’s strategic vision, coupled with his hands-on experience, makes him a sought-after advisor for companies looking to scale. His commitment to excellence and a keen eye for disruptive potential continues to drive his success across various industries.

Josh Towne

Talent Partner

Josh Towne is a highly experienced recruiter and the co-founder of EQ Group and Take a Seat, where he has been instrumental in shaping the success and growth of both companies. With a career spanning years in the recruitment industry, Josh has built a reputation for his deep industry knowledge, strategic thinking, and a genuine passion for connecting top talent with the right opportunities.

At EQ Group, Josh focuses on fostering a culture of excellence and innovation, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of recruitment trends. His leadership and insight have been key in driving the business to new heights.

In addition to his work at EQ Group, Josh co-founded Take a Seat, where he continues to leverage his expertise to support businesses in finding the best talent. Known for his commitment to client success and his ability to navigate the complexities of recruitment with ease, Josh is a trusted partner for companies looking to build strong teams.

Josh’s dedication to the recruitment industry, combined with his entrepreneurial spirit, makes him a leader who is both respected and admired by his peers and clients alike.

Recruitment Solutions

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Contingency

In simple terms, this is recruitments version of ‘No Win No Fee’. An end to end solution that can provide high quality candidate shortlists to fill your vacancy.

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Retained

We handle the source, screen and selection process for you. We help you managing interviews all the way to the on-boarding process.

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Contract

AdvanceRec provides everything necessary to our customers from selection and on-boarding to infrastructure systems including dedicated payroll services.

What Our Customers Say

We can tell you about the amazing things we can do for your business, but we think our customers can tell you better. After all, what they think is what really matters.

Joseph Charles Crary, Esq Sr. Principal Systems Engineer at Stratolaunch

You simply just won't find any better team!

I worked with Ty over a period of several months, and found him to be extremely professional, hospitable and supportive. Ty was very proficient at providing timely communication and updates. His working knowledge of people and processes was extremely beneficial in effecting a proactive, smooth transition. Ty was not only a pleasure to work with but a valuable colleague throughout this process. I highly recommend Ty as a 'go-to' guy when considering your next career change!

Rajasab Doddamani Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Mocana Corporation

It was really fun getting to know the team.

This expertise has been invaluable in identifying and attracting top-tier candidates who possess the right blend of skills and passion for this cutting-edge technology.

Andrew Domngern Program Mgmt, Google Photos & G1

One of the best recruiting experiences that I have ever had

Not only was Ty incredibly prompt and transparent but his genuine approach to managing my interests while keeping the business' objectives in mind, was greatly appreciated by me. My engagement with Ty was honest, accessible, and always felt in my best interest. Working with Ty sets a new standard for recruiting experiences and I hope his approach is documented as a baseline for others throughout the business and industry.

Samet Saray aerospace tech • entrepreneur • AI researcher

I highly recommend Ty as a go-to!

Ty is a strategic thinker and one of the professionals I had the pleasure of working with. His proficiency in eVTOL makes him a great asset to any organization.

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If you have any questions, or aren’t sure, get in touch. Whether you are an employer looking for your next hire or a candidate looking for your next job we can help you get on track.