About us

As an organisation, we have focused exclusively on tech recruitment for 25+ years. Deerfoot values building ethical tech hiring partnerships that benefit all parties.

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We aim to deliver qualified, objective advice and hopefully some great candidates to help you hire well.

Our aim is to help achieve better tech hiring outcomes. Our unique approach involves a comprehensive multi-step assessment methodology underpinned by our British Standards Institute Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015) process award. This rigorous method leads to better tech hiring results for employers and, in turn, successful, sustainable career moves for tech/IT professionals. We believe in thorough, intentional selection processes that prioritise quality over speed. Ever mindful of our ethical and social responsibilities to all parties we aim to become a trusted recruitment partner that delivers results quickly across all tech/IT departmental functional roles and technologies.

We deliver impact tech hires that add measurable value. 

  • 25+ years as a successful technology recruitment specialist provider.

  • Access to the widest UK tech talent pools 

  • Unique multi-step assessment methodology for better hiring outcomes.

  • Supporting tech for positive change.

  • Objective and fact-based communications, always!

  • The average tech sector experience of a Deerfoot Consultant is 12 years 

  • 94% of permanent hires via Deerfoot are still in post 12 months on. 
    (*November 2023 - October 2024)

  • 100% 3-month refund assurance guarantee on permanent hires on our Enhance and Elevate candidate search services.

  • Tech / IT contractor placements from 8% mark-up 

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Who we work with

Maintaining the BSI Quality Management System ISO 9001:2015 quality accreditation for the past two decades emphasises our unwavering commitment to quality and integrity, enabling us to achieve optimal outcomes for both our clients and candidates.

Our Environmental Commitment

At Deerfoot, we recognise the urgent need for environmental stewardship and sustainability in today's world.  
That's why Deerfoot has partnered with Ecologi to become a Climate Action Workforce, reinforcing our dedication to making a positive impact on our planet. Through our partnership, we're actively contributing to reforestation projects, carbon offset initiatives, and sustainable development programs around the globe. By supporting Ecologi, we're taking meaningful steps toward a greener future and demonstrating our commitment to climate action.

Social  Impact

We are deeply committed to protecting and preserving the Earth's incredible wildlife. That's why we've forged a partnership with the Born Free Foundation, a leading force in wildlife conservation. Together with Born Free, we're actively supporting efforts to safeguard endangered species, combat wildlife trafficking, and promote habitats that foster biodiversity. By being a part of this mission, we're making a tangible impact on the well-being of animals around the world. We have committed to donating £1 to Born Free each time we send a candidate's CV to a recruiting client.

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