Susan Duguid (left) and Brenda Bryant (photo: Cammach Recruitment)

An Aberdeen recruitment specialist has acquired a rival firm in a deal that is expected to create a new, locally owned market leader, based in the heart of the city, with combined turnover of more than GBP 14 million.

Cammach Recruitment has paid an undisclosed sum to take control of Bryant Group. The business – which consists of Bryant Engineering and Bryant Personnel – will continue to trade under its current name.

The company’s founder, Brenda Bryant, retires from the business after 37 years in the recruitment sector. Long-standing key members of staff will remain with the business providing continuity to both clients and contractors.

The deal further strengthens Cammach Recruitment’s current energy sector expertise and considerably extends the number of contracts with North Sea oil and gas operators, while also doubling the number of contractors to more than 200.

Susan Duguid, managing director of Cammach Recruitment, commented that the acquisition of another highly respected business was the “perfect fit” and builds upon a period of sustained growth for the company.

She says, “We are extremely pleased to have acquired Bryant Group to create a strong, local entity with extensive knowledge of the energy sector, and one that will continue to be a market leader in the Aberdeen recruitment sector.”

“Having known and respected Brenda, I would like to pay tribute to her years of hard work and dedication to the sector and wider business community. Like us, Bryant Group is a company that has built its reputation by providing a first-class customer service so I am confident that the acquisition will lead to an even stronger offering and continued growth,” adds Duguid.

Brenda Bryant, founder of Bryant Group, says, “I have absolutely loved working with our clients and candidates and have always been passionate about providing excellent customer service. I strongly believe that it’s these attributes, combined with a long-standing, loyal staff to whom I am so thankful and who share the same values, that have brought about our success and unblemished reputation over the decades. Having made the decision to retire, I can think of no better person to pass the baton to than Susan and it promises to be an exciting new growth opportunity for all members of the team.”

“I am confident in knowing that our valued and respected clients, contractors and superb staff will be in safe hands with a strong, successful female leader who shares the same integrity, values and passion for service as myself. In the current climate, the opportunity to combine this level of talent, resources and experience shared between the two well-established firms will bring fantastic benefits for clients and candidates alike as Susan takes the business forward,” says Bryant.

The acquisition follows a period of continued growth, both locally and internationally, for Cammach Recruitment which has resulted in numerous contract wins and the appointment of three new personnel earlier this year.

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