Stuart Tomkinson

My Story For as long as I can remember I have always been hungry to learn new things and truly believe knowledge is key. I have studied a wide array of subjects from Mathematics and Economics at University to Astrophysics and Astrobiology learning from home. When I started out in recruitment I quickly found the chemical space fascinating, whilst I am not a chemist or a chemically educated individual by any means, I have delved into chemical and learnt as much as possible.   I think to describe myself the word ‘geek’ wouldn’t quite cut it, however, I am a huge Astrophysics fan, love anything Marvel related and am a Grade 3 pianist and drum player. I also have an unhealthy love and obsession for my 1 year old Cocker Spaniel (Crumpet), she eats better than I do and is treated more. (You will undoubtedly see her on my LinkedIn)   Without sounding like a typical ‘cheesy’ recruiter, I genuinely love what I do. Recruiting within the Chemical space and speaking to the talented individuals I do every day keeps me constantly intrigued, learning and excited even after 11 years in recruitment.   My Handley James I joined Handley James very recently and created Handley James – Chemical alongside Peter and Natalie. I have focused on Chemical for quite some time and started recruiting mid-level roles within engineering and operations with a true value-add approach, since then I have recruited all manner of disciplines within a number of chemical businesses all over the world, from Group Manufacturing Director in the Middle East to discipline engineers here in the UK.   I have worked for some brilliant businesses but wanted to expand what I could do and put my own values and processes into a company I could grow and be truly proud of. After meeting Natalie (Peter I already knew) I knew these were the people I wanted to create something with, leaning on their experience starting their own business and using my chemical experience I am confident Handley James Chemical will be something we can be proud of.   Our Handley James I was welcomed to the HJC family very quickly, after my first few days I felt like I had been here for years. The environment is exactly what I want to create in my own business, people who are excited and keen to be the best whilst enjoying each and every day. Plus Crumpet absolutely loves it here so far.   3 Words Engaging, Transparent, Inclusive