Smart Solutions Recruitment has launched Edgar Stewart Selection, its new professional recruitment services firm.

As part of a strategic plan to expand into new markets, Edgar Stewart will focus on contract, permanent, mid-market and senior appointments for a range of white collar private and public sector clients.

Initially, it will specialise in manufacturing and technology, waste & renewable energy, legal, HR, private healthcare and commercial industries, and will expand into accountancy and IT within the near future.

Headquartered at Langstone Business Park, Newport, South Wales, the firm will be led by Bruce Hydes, who has more than 12 years’ experience in the professional services recruitment industry.