Our Story
Our Expertise
Albany Recruitment is a leading oil and gas recruitment agency, specializing in talent acquisition for the oil and gas industry. With a proven track record of identifying and placing top talent, we offer tailored recruitment solutions to meet our clients' unique needs. Our team of experienced consultants utilizes a strategic approach to match exceptional candidates with the right opportunities, ensuring successful outcomes for both candidates and employers.
Our Team
Meet our Team
At Albany Recruitment, we specialize in connecting businesses in the oil and gas industry with top-tier talent through our expert recruitment services. Our tailored approach ensures we find the best candidates to meet your specific needs, whether for executive positions, specialized roles, or niche industries.
Steven Kelly
Founder
I bring over 40 years of hands-on experience in the oil and gas industry, having worked across a wide range of roles, projects, and operating environments throughout my career. My background spans both onshore and offshore operations, giving me a deep understanding of how the industry functions at every level—from frontline operations to project delivery and leadership.
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Having spent decades working directly within the sector, I understand the technical demands, safety expectations, and realities of oil and gas work far beyond what can be captured on a CV. I know what makes a good hire, what separates experience from competence, and how critical the right people are to the success of a project.
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Today, I use that experience to support clients and candidates alike—helping companies secure reliable, experienced professionals, and guiding individuals into roles that genuinely match their skills, experience, and expectations.
Ildar Kelly
Director
I specialise in information security standards, governance, and compliance, with extensive experience working with internationally recognised frameworks and best-practice operating models. My background ensures that everything we do—from candidate handling to client engagement—is structured, professional, and aligned with modern security and data-protection expectations.
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I am responsible for ensuring our recruitment processes are secure, transparent, and compliant, particularly important when working with safety-critical industries such as oil and gas. This includes secure data handling, robust vetting processes, and clear, auditable workflows that both clients and candidates can trust.
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By combining a disciplined, standards-driven approach with a practical understanding of recruitment, I help ensure our agency operates with integrity, discretion, and professionalism—delivering a service that meets both industry expectations and regulatory requirements.