At Elite People Partners we specialize in sourcing and placing elite engineers in the fields of Embedded Systems, Electronics, RF, SoC, ASIC, and FPGA.
Our focus extends across the entire design, development, and verification lifecycle, ensuring that your team is equipped with top-tier professionals who can drive innovation and deliver results.
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Elite People Partners is a boutique STEM recruitment agency, focusing on Embedded Systems, Electronics, RF, SoC, ASIC, and FPGA across the Semiconductors, Telecoms, Automotive, Space and Defence industries.

We work with many different types of clienteles ranging from Blue Chip to SMEs, each with their own specific recruitment requirements and challenges. In working with businesses like this, each with unique strategies, skill and people requirements, we have built a network of contacts across the UK and with more than a decade specifically focused in design, development, and verification lifecycle our knowledge and ability to recognise talent in this space enables us to ask the right questions and truly pinpoint your need or next role and connect you with the best match quickly and efficiently.
Our approach has been shaped through listening to our customers and going the extra mile to understand their organisation, culture, needs and challenges. We pride ourselves in delivering a service that is more personal and attuned as a result of feedback with an ethos that centres on honesty, transparency and collaboration.

Whether your preference is to engage the market on a wider scale or a more discretionary approach for your next move, Elite People Partners has the skills and experience to support you with a service that is truly beyond the ordinary.

Nick Bray is a seasoned recruiter with over decade and a half of recruitment experience focusing on Chip Design & Verification and Embedded Technologies.

He founded the business with a noticeably clear goal of becoming a market leading recruiter across the Embedded Systems, Electronics, RF, SoC, ASIC, and FPGA technologies and associated industries. He truly believes in partnerships and collaboration which is 2 of the key reasons he has been such a successful recruiter.

Having started his recruitment career in 2009 in Bristol, he progressed overtime to a Director in London.
As a consistent top performer throughout his career for both FTSE 250 company and leading privately owned agencies mixed with multi-sector experience where he has gained vast and valuable insight, enabled him to understand the needs of his clients and candidates and be able to create custom solutions that’s fits with his customers.

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google

From our first conversation, Nick Bray took the time to understand my career goals and quickly matched me with an opportunity that fit both my skills and aspirations. Nick is incredibly supportive, professional, and proactive. If you're exploring new opportunities or looking for a recruiter who truly cares, I highly recommend connecting with Nick

Revati Bothe
Revati Bothe
google

I had the pleasure of working with Nick Bray during my job search, and his expertise was instrumental in helping me secure a position at WITTENSTEIN. With over 15 years in the recruitment industry, Nick possesses an in-depth understanding of what employers seek and provides invaluable guidance throughout the hiring process. His consistent follow-ups and insightful resources, like his guide on tackling tough interview questions, were particularly beneficial. Nick's dedication and knowledge make him a standout recruiter, and I highly recommend his services.

Dhananjani Lade
Dhananjani Lade
google

Utilising his extensive professional network and understanding of the semiconductor industry, Nick helped me find my position at Imagination Technologies. Nick is a top recruiter.

Dr Matthew J. Applegate
Dr Matthew J. Applegate
google

I recently secured a role at Wittenstein that Nick posted. Within two and half weeks of applying, I received the offer with full-length visa sponsorship. Nick was helpful at every stage by timely follow-ups and explaining the interview process. He explained the role in detail to me and also conveyed my requirements to the employer. The role aligns well with my skillset and my career ambitions. I highly recommend Nick if you are considering making a career move.

Talha Yousuf
Talha Yousuf
google

I highly recommend Nick for his exceptional support throughout my hiring process. From understanding my interests to helping me find the perfect role, he was there every step of the way. Nick's communication skills are top-notch—always prompt, friendly, and honest. He’s truly dedicated to helping others make the right career decisions.

Neha Chaubey
Neha Chaubey
google

I highly recommend Nick for his outstanding help in securing a job. He is professional, supportive, and truly understands one's career goals and guides at every step of the way.

Barira Majeed
Barira Majeed
google

Elite People Partners is the ideal place to go if you're searching for possibilities that can help you develop new skills and land a job that will improve your current one. I was devastated a few months ago when, despite having the necessary abilities, I was unable to obtain employment with a sponsored visa. @Nick helped me through a really trying time by finding me a suitable employment and sponsoring my visa for five years. During the interview process, he provided me with constructive criticism and encouragement. As a result, I was able to do well in the interview and land the ideal job in the ideal location. The company and the workspace are excellent, which supports my skill development. All thanks to Elite People Partners 🙌

Aanchal Sachan
Aanchal Sachan
google

Company is run by Nick who takes time to make each candidate feel they are fully equipped with upcoming opportunities.

Adiel Khan
Adiel Khan
google

Nick @ Elite People Partners was a great find for us. His knowledge of the industry and his contacts have allowed us to fill some niche positions within our company. He is friendly, professional, and relentless in finding just who we need!

Stacey Matthews
Stacey Matthews
google

I recently had the pleasure of working with Nick, and I have nothing but positive things to say about my experience. Nick is an exceptional recruiter who was instrumental in helping me find my next role. Throughout the entire process, Nick was incredibly responsive and helpful. He took the time to listen to my needs and provided me with options that were tailored to my specific situation. I was impressed by his attention to detail and his commitment to ensuring that I was completely satisfied with the final outcome. What impressed me the most was Nick's effective communication in clearing my confusion with multiple offers. He was quick in understanding what I was looking for in my next role and was able to provide me with valuable insights and advice that helped me make informed decisions about my future. Overall, I highly recommend Nick to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy partner in their job search. Thank you, Nick, for your exceptional work!

Buddhika De Silva
Buddhika De Silva
google

Nick is one of the most outstanding result-oriented recruiter - a rare gem with supreme recruitment & fine talent sourcing expertise. He was very helpful, provided useful assistance and prompt feedback at all levels of my recruitement journey. From offering right skill set role for me to managing the interview process, he was meticulous, methodical, and fully committed. Found him to extremely passionate, competent, persistent & diligent with tonnes of energy, ears-to-the-ground & fabulous positive attitude which makes him the best in the business In my observation, he goes above and beyond to engage candidates and deals transparently with both parties. I'd say we need more recruiters like him.

Saurabh Mathur
Saurabh Mathur
google

Nick is amazingly good at what he does. The new position he proposed matched my skills and experience very well. He knew all the details and was able to answer any questions about both the role and the company straight away. Very good communication skills, instant replies, great flexibility when it comes to arranging calls and interviews. Nick guided and supported me throughout the whole recruitment process making sure everything is clear and that I'm happy with the conditions. He arranged additional calls with no hesitation when I had some doubts. And above all, he's a very friendly and honest person, I really enjoyed working with him. Nick is the most professional recruiter I have ever worked with, I highly recommend him. Thank you, Nick, for finding a new exciting opportunity for me!

Kajetan Nadolski
Kajetan Nadolski
google

Working with Nick was a pleasure. From the first discussion of the role description, all the way through to my first day starting at my new role. He took the time early in the process to fully understand my relevant experience, and only put me forward for the role once he believed it was a good fit. Nick's consistent and clear communication allowed me to fully focus on presenting my experience and skills to my potential employer. There was never a time that I was in doubt on the status or next steps concerning my candidacy. I recommend him highly to anyone who has the opportunity to work with him.

Matthew Yeksigian
Matthew Yeksigian
google

Extremely professional and handles anything and everything that needed to be done. Very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend Nick to anyone who is looking for a new role or to build a team

William Macer
William Macer
google

Nick continuous to show great success supporting XYZ Reality. In a year of substantial business growth, it’s more important than ever that we have strong and trustworthy recruitment partnerships in place and Nick has demonstrated the value of having such a relationship. Diligent, meticulous, and thorough with his searches, Nick takes time to understand the brief and reacts promptly to ensuring the right candidates are put forward. Above all, Nick never takes his foot off the gas and has been a great ambassador for our company. Looking forward to continuing to work with him on future technology roles.

Guy Newsom
Guy Newsom
google

My experience when working with Nick was that he was a highly skilled professional in Recruitment. He was consistent from the first engagement, where he was quick to respond to my initial query, through to finalising the contract and beyond. He was supportive, friendly and yet professional throughout our interactions. He was a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!

Abiy
Abiy
google

Nick is a professional and was completely realistic and upfront in our engagement, effectively managing the process all the way to the final stages of negotiations. A real pleasure to work with and highly recommended.

Graham Dalbock
Graham Dalbock
google

Nick is a seasoned professional in technology recruitment. He is very knowledgeable and experienced in matching talents to the right roles and ensures that talents are a good fit in terms of the culture and values of the recruiting organization. I am thrilled to have worked with Nick in securing a Technical Project Management Role with one of the best companies in the UK.

Ayodeji Dudubo
Ayodeji Dudubo
google

Nick was an absolute professional when representing me for a highly significant role. He kept me up to date in all stages of my application also when there was a significant delay in the process. He ensured I had detailed knowledge about the role and the application process to ensure I was always making the best decision for myself all the way through. I would happily recommend his services to anyone else.

Chris Parker
Chris Parker
google

Excellent Recruitment Consultant. Very driven, and always strives for the best outcome for company and clients. Excellent placement, and follows up on clients after placing them, very much recommended.

Les Tete
Les Tete
google

Nick Bray changed my opinion of recruiters and the process of recruitment in general from day one. Past experience made me disengaged, skeptical and at times disillusioned with the recruitment industry - Nick turned that on its head in a heartbeat. He is polite, reactive, enthusiastic and above all refreshingly honest. Recruiting for my industry is hard, on both sides. Pairing introvert engineers with fast moving extrovert companies is no mean feat - and yet our voice screen felt like I’d known him for years. He took pride in understanding my industry, what we can do and what we care about, therefore judging our “fit” in an honest but respectful way. As process evolved for me, Nick championed me at every step. He planned for every eventuality and had the foresight to change strategy to give me the best chance of offer. Three weeks later, here I am, Director of Hardware for an incredible company. I am excited for my new journey. In most cases, our recruiter relationship would end there. However, with Nick, it didn’t. He was there on the other side of the offer and knew where the real pain would be - a pain of letting go. Letting go of what you knew most and starting something new and unknown. I was blown away by the little touches that made the transition easier, resignation templates and quick chats to find out how I was feeling, something that I didn’t really appreciate until I got the offer. His understanding of the hole that would be left with me leaving my old position, or what would be offered to make me stay, even the sound board I needed to build my confidence in my decision - it was everything I needed to make the right choice. I don’t want to say how brilliant Nick was, I just want to say Thank You, because gratitude means so much than praise. Thank you Nick. Dominic

Dominic Moffat
Dominic Moffat
google

Nick is a very helpful and knowledgeable person. He has an excellent understanding of both job seekers and recruiters. He strives to find the best fit both for the candidate and the recruiter. I want to thank Nick so much for helping me with my job search. Nick provided everything I needed not only to prepare for interviews but also helped me with finding options for relocation and provided support and encouragement, going well beyond his responsibilities. He listened to my requirements very carefully and most importantly, he made sure I made the right decision for my career. I highly recommend Nick to anyone who is looking for their dream job and for any recruiter who wants to hire the a calibre candidate!

Lakshman Athukorala
Lakshman Athukorala