Recognised as Best Newcomer in Recruitment at the 2026 REC Awards, Lily Robertson’s success is a testament to her ambition, development and the people-first approach at Stonehouse Recruitment Group.
A career in recruitment can take you in many directions, but what makes the difference is the people you learn from, the opportunities you are given and the determination you bring to the table.
For Lily Robertson, Senior Consultant at Stonehouse, that combination has resulted in an exceptional milestone: being named Best Newcomer in Recruitment at the 2026 Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) Awards.
The recognition marks a significant achievement in Lily’s career and is particularly special for Stonehouse. It is the second time the business has won the award, following Principal Consultant Jake Beechey‘s success in 2024.
But beyond the award itself, Lily’s achievement gives us an opportunity to celebrate something we value enormously: seeing talented people develop, grow in confidence and establish themselves within the recruitment industry.
Winning a national industry award is no small achievement. The REC Awards recognise excellence across the recruitment sector, making Lily’s success a particularly proud moment for everyone at Stonehouse.
Even more impressively, this was not her only recognition this awards season. Lily was shortlisted for two awards and went on to win both, making it an outstanding period in her professional journey.
Her success reflects the commitment, attitude and dedication she brings to her role, as well as the progress she has made as a recruitment professional.
For us, however, the award is only one part of the story. We are just as proud of Lily as the person behind the achievement.
“The judges were hugely impressed by the impact made in such a short space of time with outstanding commercial results, real initiative and a clear contribution to the business and the wider community.This is a newcomer already making a significant difference.”
We know that choosing where to begin a career can have a lasting impact on professional development.
At Stonehouse, we want people to have more than just a job. We want them to have the opportunity to develop expertise, build meaningful professional relationships and progress within an environment that recognises their contribution.
From comprehensive initial training to ongoing mentorship, performance development and clear progression opportunities, our approach is centred on helping individuals reach their potential.
Jake’s success in 2024 and Lily’s achievement in 2026 are two fantastic examples of the talent within our business and the importance we place on developing it.
Having celebrated two Best Newcomer in Recruitment winners in three years, we are incredibly proud of what our people continue to achieve.
Lily, we couldn’t be prouder. Winning Best Newcomer in Recruitment at the 2026 REC Awards is a brilliant achievement and a well-deserved moment of recognition for all your hard work.
We are excited to see what comes next in your career and look forward to celebrating everything still to come.
Thank you to the REC for recognising Lily’s achievement, and congratulations to all the other winners.
If Lily’s story has you considering your own next step, we’d love to hear from you. At Stonehouse, we are passionate about finding ambitious people, investing in their development and giving them the opportunity to build something meaningful.
With structured recruitment training, experienced industry mentors and ongoing professional development, we’re proud to offer an environment where people can thrive.
