I’m Laura Milsom, a Nuclear Talent Specialist at Astute People, delivering permanent and contract recruitment solutions to support the UK’s most complex and high-profile nuclear energy projects.

With a strong track record in nuclear new build, decommissioning, and operations, I specialise in sourcing highly skilled professionals for technical and managerial roles across the full project lifecycle. My recruitment support spans roles within engineering, safety, compliance, project management, and operations—ensuring critical projects such as Hinkley Point C are powered by the right people at the right time.

Before joining Astute People, I built a career across diverse sectors including business development, management training, and customer service, giving me a deep understanding of how to navigate fast-paced, technical environments and meet complex client needs.

I work closely with hiring managers and candidates to ensure every placement aligns with project goals, business culture, and long-term aspirations.

🔧 Specialist Areas:

• Nuclear Energy Recruitment – Contract & Permanent
• Talent Acquisition for New Build, Decommissioning & Operations
• Engineering, Project & Compliance Role Sourcing
• End-to-End Recruitment for Complex Environments
• Strategic Talent Matching & Market Insight
• Relationship-Driven Delivery & Stakeholder Support

Alexis is passionate about helping others unlock their potential and take confident steps toward meaningful career paths. With a background in people-focused work, she thrives on building strong relationships and creating supportive spaces where individuals feel encouraged, capable, and ready to grow.

She is motivated by the tangible impact that comes from connecting great talent with the right opportunities—especially when it means helping someone take a big leap toward their future. Alexis brings a thoughtful, energetic approach to her work, balancing strategic thinking with genuine care for the people she supports.

At YUPRO Placement, Alexis is proud to contribute to a mission that aligns with her personal values: empowering others, creating momentum in their careers, and celebrating their success every step of the way.

Alexis shares, “I’m driven by the opportunity to work with clients who believe in the value of emerging talent—and to help connect them with individuals who are ready to make an impact from day one.”

Hello! My name is Kat and I'm a Professional Recruiter based out of Nashville, TN. I'm originally from Birmingham Alabama and graduated from the University of Alabama where I majored in Communications. In October 2021, I moved to Nashville where I started my career in recruiting and have been with IDR ever since. I'm very outgoing, have a passion for helping others, and love to meet new people.

I have been in the staffing industry for over 5 years assisting people find new opportunities in various industries.

I am an experienced Technical Recruiter with over 15 years of experience working in Staffing Industry. Over 12 of those years have been focused in filling role within the Automotive industry.

I have over 20 years experience in the recruiting industry, and the last 18 years of it have been working for Bartech. I am currently a Senior Recruiter at the Bartech Group. The last 10 years I have been involved with recruiting Engineering, Technical, Quality and Business Professional candidates for Tier 1 & 2 companies. I enjoy being a recruiter because I feel I make a difference in helping companies fill positions and when I help someone get a great job and move forward with their career. It is my goal to find employers talented people and candidates ideal career opportunities.

Originally from Northeast Ohio, I joined the United States Marine Corps straight out of High School where I served for ten years. I also did recruiting for the Marine Corps the last 3 years of my Career. I currently live in Livonia, MI. I love to motivate and inspire people to be successful in life and provide them with opportunities that could set the foundation or continue their success in life.

As a Contract Talent Specialist at Astute People, I connect skilled contractors with critical UK projects across the power generation and energy from waste (EfW) sectors. With a deep understanding of the unique demands of temporary and project-based roles, my mission is to provide businesses with the specialist expertise they need to deliver on their most complex and time-sensitive initiatives.

I specialise in sourcing and placing high-calibre professionals for a wide array of technical roles within:
Power Generation: This includes conventional power stations, Gas Turbines, Open Cycle Gas Turbines (OCGT), Combined Cycle Gas Turbines (CCGT), and other vital infrastructure that keeps the lights on.
Energy from Waste (EfW): I support projects that transform waste into valuable energy, recruiting for positions across the entire project lifecycle, from development and construction to operations and maintenance.

My expertise covers the full spectrum of contract positions, ensuring that projects have access to the right talent, at the right time. I am adept at identifying individuals with proven experience in areas such as:
Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Process, Controls, and Project Engineers.

Operations & Maintenance: Plant Managers, Site Supervisors, Technicians, and skilled operators.
Project Management & Construction: Site Managers, Construction Managers, Project Engineers, and Commissioning Managers.

Specialist Technicians: Experts in specific equipment like gas turbines or EfW plant systems.
I pride myself on building strong, lasting relationships with both clients and contractors, understanding their specific needs and career aspirations. My proactive approach to contract recruitment ensures efficient placements that drive project success and keep the UK's energy infrastructure moving forward.

As a Principal Recruitment Partner within Astute People's dedicated Power Generation team, I specialise in connecting leading businesses with top-tier talent across the dynamic UK power sector. Since joining Astute in 2017, I've steadily progressed through the ranks, advancing to Senior Recruitment Partner in 2020 and Principal Recruitment Partner in 2022 – a testament to my expertise in delivering exceptional recruitment solutions.

My core focus is permanent and contract recruitment for critical operations and maintenance (O&M), central engineering, and EPC roles within Energy from Waste (EfW), Biomass, Combined Heat and Power (CHP), Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT), and Open Cycle Gas Turbine (OCGT) facilities. I regularly source highly skilled professionals for positions such as:

• Plant Managers
• Operations Managers
• Engineering Managers
• Shift Team Leaders
• Shift Operations Technicians
• Maintenance Engineers
• Maintenance Technicians
• EPC roles (Project Director/Manager, Commercial roles, Quality Management, Development , Project Engineers, Process Engineers, etc)

I leverage my extensive industry understanding, coupled with a BA (Hons) in Business Management from Loughborough University and a CertRP qualification, to provide tailored support to both clients and candidates. I'm dedicated towards helping businesses secure the right talent to drive their projects forward and enabling professionals to make their next significant career move within this essential industry.