Agilient Talent Partners

Agilient Talent Partners was founded in 2025 with a vision to provide growing companies within the energy sector tailored, flexible and cost-efficient recruitment solutions. Based in Aberdeen, the company works closely with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the energy sector, whether they need end-to-end recruitment support or short-term expertise to complement their existing teams. Founder Alan Golightly brings more than 27 years' experience in technical recruitment and has built a reputation for delivering high-quality recruitment support in engineering and technical roles, earning recognition as a trusted partner among clients and candidates alike.

Agilient Talent Partners specialises in the energy sector, with particular expertise in engineering and technical recruitment. The company offers three core service lines: on-demand recruitment expertise for cyclical hiring or project-based needs, providing short-term internal recruitment support without the cost of full-time staff; smarter recruitment for SMEs through a leaner alternative to traditional contingency models, offering cost-effective access to high-quality candidates; and tailored talent solutions for businesses with complex or values-driven hiring agendas, designing recruitment strategies aligned to company mission, culture and growth plans.

Operating from Aberdeen, Agilient Talent Partners serves growing companies and SMEs across the energy sector who are scaling up, tackling skills shortages or navigating periods of growth. The company differentiates itself through its people-first approach, sector-specific knowledge and commitment to delivering high-quality recruitment support at a fraction of traditional recruitment costs. By combining flexibility, collaboration and customer focus, Agilient Talent Partners helps businesses secure the talent needed to drive their operations forward.