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Understanding Recruitment is an award-winning technology, software and digital recruitment consultancy with headquarters in St. Albans, Hertfordshire.

We also have an office in Boston, Massachusetts specialising in Artificial Intelligence. We also have an office in Boston, Massachusetts specialising in working closely with highly skilled individuals seeking their next career move within Artificial Intelligence and Backend Engineering. We recently celebrated our first decade in business and over the years have been recognised with several industr

y awards including 'Best Staffing Firm to Work For 2018' at the SIA Awards for the third consecutive year and ‘Business of the Year 2017’ at the SME Hertfordshire Business Awards. Our teams of specialists operate across all areas of Technology and Digital, including Java, DevOps & Cloud, Mobile & Web, .NET, Machine Learning & AI, FinTech, Project / Programme and Product Management, Cyber Security, Infrastructure & Support, Testing & QA, Architecture & Design. In addition, we recruit a wide variety of additional tech and digital roles covering the permanent and contract market. We also work with a range of high profile charities and have a dedicated not-for-profit (NFP) team focused on delivering high quality candidates into this sector.

24/03/2025

A Bostonian in St Albans: TJ’s UK Office Journey! 🌍✈️

At , we pride ourselves on fostering a global and collaborative culture. Recently, TJ Long travelled to the UK to meet with our team in St Albans.

From connecting with the team to exploring the classic tea vs. coffee debate, TJ had a chance to immerse himself in the UK office environment! 🍵☕

To commemorate his visit, our Systems SW / HPC Recruitment Lead, Brad Howell, caught up with TJ for a quick Q&A, discussing his thoughts on the cultural differences he encountered.

Curious about his experience? Check out the full Q&A on our Knowledge Hub! 🚀👉 https://ow.ly/5fg650ViYGn

19/03/2025

Celebrating the Women Who Inspire Us & Accelerating Gender Equality ✨💜

As part of our for , we asked some of the team a powerful question: Who is a woman who inspires you, and what’s one action we can all take to accelerate gender equality? 🌍✨

Check out the video to hear their answers and let us know in the comments—who inspires you, and what action can you take to help create a more equal world? 🙌💬

Together, we can make a lasting impact, one conversation at a time. Let's keep the momentum going—today, tomorrow, and every day.

17/03/2025

Happy St. Patrick's Day! ☘️🍀

Throwing it back to an unforgettable Dublin adventure! Last year, our AI & Machine Learning and Product recruitment teams took their Wellbeing Day to Dublin! From pouring pints at the Guinness Storehouse to strolling the River Liffey and enjoying Temple Bar, it was a day to remember. 💚

Our Wellbeing Days help us recharge and bond outside of work. How would you spend a day with your team? Let us know in the comments! 👇💬

Looking for a new opportunity? We’re hiring! Visit lifeatur.com [link in bio] to learn more.

12/03/2025

Cedric and Sam Take on Rust Nation 2025! 🦀🌍

At Rust Nation 2025, our team members Cedric Sellmann and Sam Baker had the exciting opportunity to network with industry leaders, dive deep into the latest Rust innovations, and explore how the language is shaping the future of tech—from finance to space exploration! 🛰️

They connected with experts, gained fresh insights from talks by Microsoft’s Mark Russinovich, and even discovered how Rust is powering space simulators. 🚀✨

It’s all about growth, learning, and being at the forefront of tech—just like the experiences we offer here at . If you’re ready to join a team that thrives on innovation and continuous learning, we’re always looking for new talent to join our journey!

🔗 Check out our Careers page for more [link in bio]

08/03/2025

Today is International Women’s Day! 💜✨

As we celebrate we’re reflecting on the amazing Brilliant Breakfast we hosted yesterday. 🥐🍊

We had a fantastic turnout, with great conversations and a shared commitment to supporting young women through The . Together, we raised vital funds to help provide training, job opportunities, and essential support—empowering young women to step into employment with confidence.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed! Your generosity is making a real difference. Let’s keep the momentum going—today and every day—as we work towards a more equal future for women everywhere.

Did you celebrate International Women’s Day or host a ? We’d love to hear your stories! 💬✨

05/03/2025

TJ from Acceler8 Talent, and Seb sit down to compare the US and the UK—from language and food to working in recruitment. GB☕️ vs. USA🍩 Which side are you on? Let us know in the comments! 👇

04/03/2025

We’re flipping excited for Pancake Day! 🥞🎉

Nothing stacks up to a little mid-afternoon treat, and our team enjoyed a well-deserved break to celebrate .

The only tough decision? Are you team classic lemon & sugar or do you go all out with the toppings? 🍋🍫

27/02/2025

NFPeers: February Meet-up 🎥

Our fourth NFPeers meet-up, hosted by our Understanding Recruitment NFP team, brought together nonprofit data professionals to share insights and tackle key challenges. A huge thanks to Breast Cancer Now for hosting us in their incredible space!

This time, we explored:
🔎 Microsoft Purview – The essential data governance tool?
👥 Managing a Team – What’s really working today?
📉 Market Trends – The challenges shaping the sector.

Catch the day through the lens of our Events & Community Manager, Thalia Palmer, below!

Want to get involved in future NFPeers meet-ups? Get in touch!

26/02/2025

Let’s give a warm welcome to Hannah Kerridge, who joins today as Lead Talent Partner! 👋

Hannah brings over 8 years of experience in talent acquisition, specialising in connecting top talent with exciting opportunities. With a strong background in recruitment and a passion for building great teams, she’ll play a key role in helping us grow.

We’re excited to have her on board and can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make! ✨

Looking to take the next step in your recruitment career? Get in touch with Hannah to discuss more! [link in bio]

20/02/2025

What’s next for 2025? Our team shares their wishes! 🎥

We’re keeping the energy from our 2025 Strategy Day alive by hearing from a few of our team members about what they’re most looking forward to in the year ahead! 🌟

From new opportunities to fresh challenges, everyone’s got big things on the horizon. Check out their thoughts and see what’s driving them as we move into 2025!

What are your wishes for the year? Let us know below! 👇🌠

19/02/2025

UR 🤝 Acceler8 Talent

At Understanding Recruitment, we believe the best ideas come from collaboration, which is why our UK and Boston teams regularly connect to share insights and strengthen relationships.

Recently, our Head of Marketing, Jana, joined the Acceler8 Talent team in Boston for their Strategy Day. During her visit, she explored the city, attended an ice hockey game (a must for any UR visitor!), and ran a branding workshop with the team!

These trips are all about bringing our teams closer together - whether through work, knowledge-sharing, or simply experiencing what makes each office unique!

14/02/2025

💘 Love it or leave it? 💘

From Monday morning standups to early finish Fridays, we put the team to the test with some big (and very important) questions...

But the real debate? 🎶 Josh’s Spotify playlist. 🎶 We found out what everyone really thinks about it… and let’s just say, opinions were strong. 👀😂

Watch our Love It or Leave It: Recruitment Edition and let us know—what’s a love it or leave it in your workplace?

Happy Valentine’s Day from everyone at UR! 💖

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2nd Floor, Abbeyview
Saint Albans
AL13HL

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 6pm
Thursday	8:30am - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+441727809070

Website

http://www.understandingrecruitment.co.uk/

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