Spectrum IT Recruitment started with a small, dedicated team of people with a passion for providing truly specialist IT recruitment in the South. Over the years, our workforce has grown, but our core values have remained the same, always putting our customers at the heart of everything we do. Combined with our outstanding knowledge of the IT sector, our customer-driven ethos has seen us build strong and loyal partnerships with businesses throughout the region. Equally important to us is being able to give something back, which is why you’ll find us actively engaging in local community activities.
WHO WE CAN HELP
We have a proven track record of working successfully with a wide range of both candidates and clients. Our wealth of experience in IT recruitment means we understand the fast-moving and specific skill sets required by the sector. We can draw upon our extensive database, valuable local connections, exceptional knowledge of the region’s IT sector, and in-depth understanding of role requirements to find the right solution for your recruitment needs. Our client base includes a wide variety of companies from FTSE 100, FTSE 250 through to SMEs.
HOW WE WORK
By building loyal recruitment partnerships with our customers, we can tailor our service to best meet your needs. We believe that getting to know a company or an individual on a personal level helps us to better understand precisely what you’re looking for. This means we’ll always offer face-to-face engagement so you know exactly who you are working with. By taking a proactive approach, we also provide professional advice to guide you seamlessly through the recruitment process.
The year Spectrum IT Recruitment was established. Ian Cruickshank starts the company with two other team members, in a small office in Southampton. The team doubles within the first year, working with local businesses who are still long-standing clients to this day.
2010
After outgrowing our tiny office space, it was time for expansion. Spectrum IT Recruitment moves to a larger office located at the Business Incubator of Southampton Science Park. Although the office has since changed, the area remains our home many years after.
2011
We recruit our first Account Manager, who is still with us today. We also win the ‘New Business of the Year’ Award at the Test Valley Business Awards 2010/2011, an achievement we’re very proud of.
2013
We relocate to a larger open-plan office to accommodate our ever-growing team. Our community ties are also expanded as we begin sponsoring the Developer South Coast and PHP Hampshire User Groups.
2014
The business takes another step forward with the establishment of our Contracts team, as well as sponsorship of more local User Groups. We also raise funds for ALS by taking part in this year’s popular Ice Bucket Challenge.
2015
We become the Official Platinum Sponsors of the PHP South Coast 2015 conference (an honour we repeat in 2016) and start sponsoring the PHP Dorset User Group, increasing our involvement in the local IT scene.
2017
We are the Official Platinum Sponsors of PHP South Coast 2017 for third year running, our new-look website launches and we undertake fundraising events to raise money for the Piam Brown Unit (Southampton Hospital Charity) and Cancer Research UK.
2018
Spectrum IT Recruitment turns 10!
2020 & Beyond
To keep up with the fast-evolving and cutting-edge IT sector, we continue to develop our team and expand our personal knowledge enabling us to continue to be effective specialist IT recruiters. 2020 hasn't turned out how any of us had expected, but we continue to support candidates and business with their IT recruitment needs.
VALUES AND VISION
Spectrum IT Recruitment delivers dynamic recruitment solutions to the IT industry in the South. We are driven by the passion of our team to provide a professional, customer-driven approach to recruitment, utilising our exceptional knowledge and experience within the IT sector.
Our core values are important to us and they drive everything we do. We are committed to our customers and will always do our best to meet your requirements. We aim to provide an honest, accountable and effective service to everyone, offering equal opportunities and a high standard of recruitment. We’re proud to be involved in our local communities and want to give back as much knowledge and support as we can to help develop the IT sector in the South.
We know that IT is a diverse and ever-evolving industry, so we’re committed to continual development to stay on top of its needs, so that both now and in the future, we’re able to deliver a unique and professional service.