Hawthorn One

Hawthorn One is a people-first recruitment consultancy rooted in loyalty, trust, and purpose. We don’t just fill roles, we build long-term partnerships based on insight, empathy, and integrity. Our approach is personal, considered, and grounded in deep connection, with clients, candidates, and the stories that shape them. Born from experience, and shaped by resilience. Why Hawthorn One? "Hawthorn" reflects protection, growth, and new beginnings. It’s a tree that thrives even in tough conditions, a symbol of strength and regeneration. “One” represents a fresh start, a new identity, standing proudly and purposefully. Combined, the name has personal meaning but also reflects the journey for candidates when stepping into a new role, and the quiet resilience at the heart of the manufacturing industry: rooted, adaptive, and always moving forward. Services? We specialise exclusively in recruiting finance professionals for manufacturing and engineering businesses. That’s all we do, and that’s exactly why we’re better. We recruit across all levels, from entry-level finance roles to director and leadership positions, and we place both permanent and temporary talent. By focusing solely on one industry, we move faster and deliver better. Building a deep, concentrated network of finance professionals and hiring managers in manufacturing and engineering, meaning we often know the right person before the brief is even finalised. We understand the unique structures, reporting lines, and challenges that finance teams face in this sector, from complex costing environments to plant-level controls and group finance visibility. We're not just recruiters; we speak your language. And above all else, we care. We care deeply about the people we place, and the teams they join. Whether it’s someone’s first finance role or their first FD appointment, we treat every brief with respect, honesty, and care, because the right match can change everything.