Your Textile Talent Partner

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Our Story

Bowmay Consulting is built on partnership, honesty and a genuine love for what we do. Founded by Jess, who began her recruitment career at just 18, Bowmay was created to bring a more personal, relationship driven approach to recruitment across textiles, manufacturing and engineering.

Named after Jess’s daughter’s, Bowmay is a reminder that family, trust and long term commitment sit at the heart of our business. With over 25 years’ experience and a reputation as one of the UK’s leading specialists in textile recruitment, we’re proud to support clients and candidates with a service that’s straightforward, energetic and always human.

We show up. We listen. We care. And we work hard to become the recruitment partner you’ll love to work with, the one that feels like an extension of your team.
  • Wanted to start a recruitment business where partnerships are everything
  • Named after our kids—because family matters
  • 20+ years experience in textiles recruitment
  • Famous for textile recruitment across the UK
  • Also experienced in manufacturing and engineering recruitment

Our Crusade

Arming UK Textiles Against the Skills Crisis.
The UK textile industry is facing its biggest talent challenge in decades. We're not going to sit back and watch it struggle. Every placement we make strengthens this proud industry—and that matters to us.

What We Stand For

We're a people business and we believe in building long-lasting business relationships.

Our Approach

Rest assured that when you work with us, we will be:

  • Simplicity. Straight talking, no jargon, no fuss.
  • Passion. We love recruitment and it shows.
  • Energy. We’re on it every single day.
  • Growth Mindset. Always learning, always improving.
  • Customer Focus. With you at every step, not just at placement.
  • Team Integration. We embed ourselves into your world so we can recruit as if we’re part of your business.
You will get a thorough and professional service with lots of laughter along the way. We believe that you deserve the best service.
Jess and Tre

Relationships First

Partnership

We're a people business. We believe in building long-lasting business relationships that go beyond placements.

We Genuinely Care

Passion

This isn't just a job to us. We're passionate about textiles and committed to your long-term success.

Straight-Talking Northerners

Simplicity

We keep it simple and say it as it is. No jargon, no nonsense, just honest, clear communication.

Ready to work with a recruiter who actually gets textiles?

Let's talk about your talent challenges. No pressure. Just an honest conversation with someone who understands your industry.