Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted IT Recruitment Partner in Derby
We are a leading independent IT and Digital recruitment specialist with a 30+ year track-record of connecting talented tech professionals with businesses throughout the UK & Europe. Our Derby HQ and London offices enable us to deliver niche skill-sets that non-specialist agencies struggle to find. We specialise in high-end Contract and Permanent recruitment, filling business-critical vacancies that immediately impact productivity.Our agile approach allows tailored solutions for clients ranging from SMEs to multinationals. We build long-term partnerships based on mutual trust, delivering results through quality, reliability, and professionalism. Our mission focuses on connecting employers with talent that aligns with their culture and candidates with roles that excite them.
Services
IT Recruitment
Contract Staffing
Permanent Placements
CV Writing Service
Interview Preparation
Timesheet Management
IR35 Compliance Advice
Candidate Screening
Salary Benchmarking
Workforce Planning
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialist IT recruitment expertise
- Our team provides tailored career guidance and interview preparation
- We maintain a vast talent pool of pre-vetted IT professionals
- We guarantee ethical conduct through APSCo membership
- Our post-placement support ensures long-term success for all parties
Associations and certifications
- APSCo
What people say
Exceptional service
Highly professional
Career advancement
Personalised support
Prompt communication
Services
IT Recruitment
We specialise in connecting IT professionals with contract and permanent roles across software development, infrastructure, and emerging technologies. Our consultants understand the specific skill requirements for roles ranging from entry-level to CTO positions. We maintain relationships with 100+ employers across sectors including finance, healthcare, and government, ensuring we match candidates with opportunities that align with their technical expertise and career aspirations.
Contract Management
Our contract recruitment service provides businesses with flexible access to specialist IT talent for specific projects or periods. We handle all administrative aspects including timesheet management through our InTime portal, compliance checks, and payment processing. This solution allows companies to scale their workforce according to project demands while maintaining IR35 compliance and minimising administrative burdens.
Career Consultancy
We offer comprehensive career development services including CV optimisation, interview coaching, and salary negotiation guidance. Our consultants provide market insights on current demand patterns and help candidates position themselves effectively in competitive IT job markets. This service includes access to our online candidate hub with resources for contract workers and permanent role seekers.
Employer Solutions
We deliver tailored recruitment solutions for businesses seeking IT talent, from single role fills to complete project teams. Our services include job specification development, candidate sourcing through specialist channels, and interview management. We provide market intelligence on salary benchmarks and help employers navigate compliance requirements while maintaining 98% contractor retention rates through our post-placement support.
IR35 Compliance
Our IR35 specialists help contractors and employers navigate off-payroll working regulations. We provide status determination assessments, contract reviews, and guidance on compliant working arrangements including umbrella company options. We maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative changes and offer documentation support to ensure compliance while protecting contractor rights.
People
Roger Frost
Managing Director
With over 30 years' recruitment experience, Roger leads our strategic direction and client relationships. He established Syntax Consultancy's reputation for quality IT placements and maintains key partnerships with major technology firms across the UK and Europe.
Ash Alam
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Specialising in IT recruitment since 2009, Ash has placed over 500 candidates in contract and permanent roles. His expertise covers software development and infrastructure roles, with particular focus on the Midlands technology sector.
Daniel Leahy
Resource Manager
With 20+ years in recruitment operations, Daniel manages our candidate database and ensures quality control across placements. He oversees our compliance processes and maintains relationships with 100+ preferred contractors in specialist IT disciplines.
Jonathan Hodgkinson
Sales Director
Joining in 2012, Jonathan leads our client acquisition team. He has expanded our client base to include 40+ major technology firms across the UK, focusing on building long-term recruitment partnerships.
Ackvinder Powar
Finance Manager
As Finance Manager since 2003, Ackvinder oversees our payroll and financial operations. He manages the InTime timesheet system implementation and ensures timely payments for 200+ contractors through our streamlined finance processes.
Questions
What IT specialisms do you recruit for?
We specialise in software development, infrastructure, data management, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies across permanent and contract roles.
How does your candidate screening process work?
We conduct technical assessments, verify credentials, and evaluate cultural fit through structured interviews and reference checks.
Do you offer IR35 compliance support?
Yes, we provide comprehensive IR35 status assessments and guidance on compliant working arrangements for contractors.
What post-placement support do you offer?
We provide ongoing support through regular check-ins, contract management, and dispute resolution assistance during placements.
How quickly can you fill urgent IT vacancies?
Our average time-to-fill is 14 days for contract roles and 21 days for permanent positions, with expedited options available.
Reviews (4)
David J.
Nov 21, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Excellent professional service. Well informed from point of first job interview. To getting a job offer. Thank you to the team at Syntax recruitment. Would highly recommend.
Excellent professional service. Well informed from point of first job interview. To getting a job offer. Thank you to the team at Syntax recruitment. Would highly recommend.
Ant M.
Nov 19, 2021
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Daniel and Josh both worked on assisting with job hunting and I couldn't ask for better help. They kept everything updated with me and any interested employer. They were always professional, and even when I had to make a difficult decision not to take a role (due to circumstance out of their control) they were professional about it and understanding of why I made the choice at the time.
Couldnt ask for better
Couldnt ask for better
Nanna Riis Kruse
Nov 12, 2021
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Richard and Daniel have been amazing! Daniel contacted me about a role, and I had a chat with him about my skills and requirements. Richard took over from there and got me the interview. During the interview I got offered the job! Both Richard and Daniel have been really professional and helpful throughout the whole process. I will highly recommend Syntax Consultancy.
Siju Jose
Nov 07, 2021
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Syntax and Ash had been excellent during my time with them. Always prompt on communication and everything related to the contract, right from the interview till the last day. Would definitely recommend Syntax to any one who is looking for a role.
