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Recruitment's recruiter.

Specialist rec-to-rec search, consultant to boardroom. Construction. Infrastructure. Mission Critical & Data Centres. Engineering. Renewable Energy. Commodities & Trading.

120+
Recruiters placed
60+
Client firms partnered
2,000+
Recruiters in our network
92%
12-month retention

What we cover

Specialist markets, not a scattergun

We work a defined set of markets deeply, which means we know the desks, the billings and the people behind them.

Construction

Main contractors, sub-contractors and specialist trades recruitment teams, from consultant to board level.

Infrastructure

Civils, rail, water and major infrastructure programmes; recruiters delivering the people behind national projects.

Mission Critical & Data Centres

Delivery and BD recruiters for the developers, GCs and MEP contractors building hyperscale capacity.

Engineering

Technical and engineering recruitment specialists across MEP, structural and building services.

Renewable Energy

Solar, wind, BESS and grid — recruiters covering the energy transition across EMEA and the US.

Commodities & Trading

Front-office and trading desk recruitment specialists for boutique and global search houses.

Executive Search

Partner, principal and practice-lead appointments for firms building out new verticals.

Leadership & Build-Outs

Country launches, new desks and full team lift-outs, mapped and delivered discreetly.

How it works

A confidential, considered process — every time

01

We map the market

Before we introduce anyone, we know who's billing what, and who's genuinely open to a conversation — not just who's on LinkedIn with "open to work."

02

A shortlist, not a pile of CVs

You get a small number of carefully qualified people, with honest context on each — why they fit, and where the risk is.

03

We manage the process end-to-end

Interviews, feedback, offer structuring, counter-offer conversations — handled discreetly, so you're not managing a negotiation on top of your day job.

04

Aftercare that actually happens

We check in after placement. If it's not working, we want to know early — not find out when someone's already handed in notice.

Case studies

Searches we've delivered

Mission Critical / Data Centres

Building a US data centre desk from scratch

The brief
A UK construction search firm wanted to open a US mission critical division with no existing bench in the market.
What we did
Mapped every data centre-focused recruiter across three US regions, shortlisted on billing evidence and cultural fit, and managed a discreet process alongside two counter-offers.
Outcome
Principal hire plus two delivery consultants placed in 11 weeks. Desk profitable inside two quarters.

Renewable Energy

Senior delivery hire for an energy transition specialist

The brief
A boutique renewables recruiter needed a senior delivery consultant able to run solar and BESS roles across EMEA.
What we did
Ran a targeted headhunt across 40 competitor teams, prepared the shortlist thoroughly and handled the full offer negotiation.
Outcome
Placed within five weeks; the consultant hit target in their first full quarter and is still in seat.

Construction

Regional team build-out for a trades and labour supplier

The brief
A national construction staffing business needed consultants for a new regional office with a fast ROI requirement.
What we did
Introduced a small number of carefully qualified recruiters rather than volume CVs, with honest feedback on each.
Outcome
First hire delivered measurable ROI within three months; multiple follow-on hires since.

Meet the team

The people you'll deal with

Max Murrock, Founder at Rock Partners

Max Murrock

Founder

Max founded Rock Partners after years placing recruiters into construction, data centre and energy search firms. He works consultatively — mapping the market properly, then introducing people to opportunities that actually fit their ambitions rather than filling a vacancy.

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Ben Robinson, Talent Partner at Rock Partners

Ben Robinson

Talent Partner

Ben partners with recruitment leaders across mission critical, renewables and commodities, running end-to-end search from headhunt through to offer. He looks after candidate experience and keeps every process moving with clear, honest communication.

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Recommendations

In the words of the people we've worked with

Live recommendations left on LinkedIn by clients and candidates.

Max has been instrumental in finding my new position. It wasn't a case of me actively looking for a new role — I took some time away after some difficult personal circumstances and decided to take my time to find the right position. Max reached out just to catch up and that's where I explained my situation. He went away to see what he had and came back with multiple great options. All the roles were different to other positions I was being approached about; these felt more personalised to what I had spoken with Max about.
Krishan Rajeendran
Connecting Engineering & Construction Talent with Leading US Data Center Developers & Contractors
August 2026
I couldn't recommend Max enough. A real specialist in the field who understands the market. From first point of contact all the way through the recruitment process, Max ensured that no stone was left unturned. He really understood what I was looking for and didn't waste anyone's time with positions that wouldn't suit. He also provided clear communication with constant updates throughout. By far the best Rec2Rec I've worked with so far — thank you Max.
Franco Almeida
Principal | Energy, Power & Infrastructure Recruitment
August 2026
I'm delighted to recommend Max, an exceptional Rec2Rec professional who consistently goes above and beyond. What truly sets Max apart is his ability to deeply understand your skills, goals and personality, and then match you with roles and companies where you can genuinely thrive. He takes the time to ask the right questions, offers honest guidance, and ensures every opportunity he presents is aligned with what you're actually looking for — not just what's available. His market knowledge is sharp, his network is strong, and his commitment to finding the perfect fit is unmatched.
Jo Bevan
Lead Delivery Consultant at Michael Taylor Search — Data Centre Construction & Engineering Recruitment
November 2025
Max reached out to me and our Director with a CV for a potential recruiter for our Billericay office. We successfully integrated this consultant and saw a noticeable ROI within just three months. Since that initial hire, Max has continued to support us by connecting us with several other candidates. Even when we don't hire, the conversations are thought-provoking and insightful. Max takes the time to source truly worthwhile candidates rather than overwhelming us with options. He will undoubtedly remain in my black book for the entirety of my career.
Jack Burrows
Regional Manager, City Site — Construction Trades, Labour & Management Recruitment
March 2025

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