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12/11/2024

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08/11/2024

When Ekaterina (Kat) McNeill began her Psychology studies at University, she wouldn’t have predicted a future working in Data and a successful career kickstart working in the public sector – but that’s exactly what Kat has achieved. In fact, her line manager told us how Kat got to grips with complex code with little to no documentation, worked out how to access data that was previously thought inaccessible, and modelled it through a workflow. Her skills have already made an impact on site and we can’t wait to see what Kat does next…

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07/10/2024

After initially forging a career in Mechanical Engineering, Bradley Woods found himself searching for an opportunity to change careers and pursue an interest in technology. With a firm determination to find training opportunities in DevOps, Bradley joined the Sparta Academy in early 2023 and quickly secured his first role working in the public sector. Nominated for Spartan of the Month for his “dedication and hard work” that have been “instrumental in the smooth execution of high-profile project”, we spoke to Bradley about his time in tech.

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19/08/2024

Careers are not linear, and it’s important to try and find what you like to do – and do it. George Swirsky thought he was set for a career in the aerospace industry, but after studying the subject at university he identified a passion for problem solving. A career in technology promised to test George, he just needed an opportunity. Two years after joining Sparta Global and George is a Platform Engineer in the Department for Education working in an innovative department. We caught up to talk about his journey.

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19/08/2024

Abhishek worked in hospitality for more than a decade before seeking a career change after the impact of the Covid pandemic. Faced with a desire to start a role in a new sector, but with little support for personal learning and industry-specific training for career changers thin-on-the-ground, Abhishek finally found an opportunity with Sparta Global. Now working in a successful public sector role, Abhishek was named Spartan of the Month from more than 600 active consultants. 

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12/08/2024

Offshoring is NOT the answer to the digital skills crisis in the UK. In his latest article as a Forbes contributor, Sparta Global CEO and Co Founder David Rai talks about the benefit of onshoring to business resilience in the UK and why business must club together to make a social and economic impact with local talent.

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12/08/2024

For Alex Hewitt, his new career has been a bit of a shock – just four years ago he was living and working in Spain. When Covid pushed Alex into a rethink, he opted to change careers and build a new future in Project Management. Now a full-time employee at a multinational electronics company, we caught up with Alex to find out about his journey so far.

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26/07/2024

Joshua Woodward recently joined Sparta Global’s Marketing department to complete a one-week work experience placement. An enthusiastic A-Level student with a passion for digital marketing and technology, Josh spent a week gaining hands-on experience with Sparta Global's marketing team. Drawn by the company's strong reputation in graduate training and placement, Josh sought to understand the inner workings of marketing in a tech-focused organisation. At the end of his placement, we sat down with Josh to reflect on his time at Sparta:

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28/06/2024

In the fast-paced world of technology, mastering time management is essential. Whether you’re a business analyst, a software developer or a data analyst, the ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and stay productive amidst constant change is crucial. Here’s a guide to help you master time management in the world of technology.

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21/06/2024

The tech industry is ever evolving – as is the way we view how important education and qualifications are for accessing careers in tech. A degree is not the only ticket to a successful career in technology. Today, skills, experience, and a passion for innovation can open doors to numerous opportunities.