Business Details
12 Years
experience
Expert IT Recruitment Services in Birmingham & Southampton
Established in 2014, we set out to redefine IT recruitment with a commitment to integrity, expertise, and exceptional service. Our journey began with a small team of industry veterans in Birmingham, driven by a shared vision to prioritise client and candidate satisfaction over transactional outcomes. Over a decade, we've grown to a 25+ strong team across Birmingham and Southampton, serving global enterprises and innovative SMEs alike. Our specialisms span IT strategy, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and public sector recruitment, underpinned by consultancy services for complex project delivery. As part of the Viqu It Group since 2025, we maintain our founding ethos while expanding our capabilities through strategic partnerships and industry-leading accreditations.Our track record includes placing 260+ IT professionals in NHS trusts during the pandemic and winning 'Best Contractor Recruitment Agency' at the 2024 Contracting Awards. With APSCo accreditation and G-Cloud 14 framework membership, we combine technical expertise with a human-centric approach, evidenced by our 90%+ candidate interview request rate and rapid placement timelines. Our culture of continuous improvement drives initiatives like our IR35 compliance guide and contractor hub, reflecting our dedication to advancing the IT recruitment landscape.
Services
IT Recruitment
Contractor Hub
Consultancy Services
Public Sector Hiring
Cyber Security Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We have 10+ years of specialist IT recruitment experience since 2014
- Our team maintains 90%+ candidate interview request rates
- We achieved 100% role fulfillment within 4 weeks for niche positions
- We hold APSCo accreditation and G-Cloud 14 framework membership
- Our NHS IT Volunteer Initiative placed 260+ professionals during the pandemic
Associations and certifications
- APSCo
- G-Cloud 14
What people say
Best I've experienced
Forward thinking team
Supportive throughout
Excellent candidate experience
Highly recommended
Services
IT Recruitment
Specialist IT recruitment solutions connecting technology professionals with permanent and contract roles across multiple sectors. Our rigorous vetting processes ensure 90%+ candidate interview request rates for clients. With decade-long market insights, we match technical expertise with organisational culture fit for both emerging startups and established enterprises.
Contractor Hub
Comprehensive resources for IT contractors including IR35 guidance, payroll advice, and insurance recommendations. Our dedicated hub provides contract workers with industry insights and compliance support since 2014. Contractors benefit from our market-leading candidate experience and rapid placement track record.
Public Sector Hiring
Tailored recruitment services for public sector IT roles, including NHS trusts and local authorities. We specialise in navigating strict pay bandings and compliance requirements while maintaining 75-80% candidate interview success rates. Our team understands the unique challenges of public sector staffing.
Cyber Security Recruitment
Specialist cyber security talent acquisition for roles ranging from analysts to CISOs. Our recruiters maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving security frameworks and certification requirements. Clients benefit from our extensive network of pre-vetted security professionals across various industry sectors.
Consultancy Services
Expert IT consultancy for project-based work including digital transformations and system implementations. Our consultants combine technical expertise with commercial awareness to deliver solutions aligned with business objectives. Services span infrastructure modernisation, cloud migration, and data strategy.
People
Matt Collingwood
Managing Director
Co-founded Viqu It in 2014 after identifying recruitment industry shortcomings. Led the company's growth to 25+ staff and multiple office locations. Recognised for strategic vision in establishing the Viqu It Group and NHS IT Volunteer Initiative.
Nicholas Hopkins
Associate Director
Award-winning leader who won 'Most Inspiring Team Leader' at 2021 Recruiter Awards. Drives team development initiatives and maintains client relationships. Key figure in expanding service offerings to include G-Cloud framework provisions.
Katie Dark
Recruitment Consultant
Specialist in IT contractor placements with expertise in candidate support processes. Contributed to industry insights through published articles on junior developer career progression in the AI era. Recognised for exceptional client communication.
Jack Mcmanus
Data Recruitment Specialist
Expert in data skills recruitment, focusing on machine learning and specialist programming languages. Provides market intelligence on evolving technology requirements. Developed successful placement strategies for complex data team builds.
Grant Baker
Contractor Specialist
Recognised 'Best Contractor' at 2022 Contracting Awards. Manages contractor relationships and hub resources. Implements compliance frameworks for IR35 and payroll processes while maintaining candidate satisfaction metrics.
Questions
How do you specialise in IT recruitment?
Our 10+ years focus on IT recruitment has built deep market knowledge and extensive networks across technology sectors.
What recruitment services do you offer?
We provide permanent placements, contract staffing, consultancy services, and specialist cyber security recruitment.
How quickly can you fill IT roles?
Our average time-to-hire is 3 weeks, with urgent roles filled within 24-48 hours using pre-vetted candidates.
Do you work with public sector organisations?
Yes, we're G-Cloud 14 framework suppliers with extensive experience in NHS and local government IT recruitment.
What support exists for IT contractors?
Our Contractor Hub offers IR35 guidance, payroll advice, and insurance resources tailored to freelance professionals.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
We maintain 90%+ candidate interview request rates through rigorous technical assessments and cultural fit evaluations.
Reviews (5)
Waqar Qayum
Dec 24, 2021
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Positive:Value
I have been working with Danielle from VIQU, whom was very professional and knew everything i needed to know about my new role. i was updated regularly throughout the process and was happy to accept a offer! Would highly recommend VIQU
I have been working with Danielle from VIQU, whom was very professional and knew everything i needed to know about my new role. i was updated regularly throughout the process and was happy to accept a offer! Would highly recommend VIQU
Simon Sharma
Dec 21, 2021
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Danielle at VIQU handled this appointment very efficiently indeed. Four days from first contact with VIQU to being offered a new permanent position with a top ranking growing organisation. Good sharp decision making all round including the company - very refreshing.
Mark Palmer
Dec 06, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
VIQU have recently placed me in a contract role and I found their engagement and communication second to none. I have dealt with quite a few recruitment agencies over the years, the standard of VIQU is superb. Highly recommended.
VIQU have recently placed me in a contract role and I found their engagement and communication second to none. I have dealt with quite a few recruitment agencies over the years, the standard of VIQU is superb. Highly recommended.
Pierce Bradley
Oct 29, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
I have worked with Danielle and her team on a large number of recruitment needs across an IT organisation. There has always been strong communication and honesty which is important when working with a recruitment agency and we have had many successful people join our business thanks to them. I would highly recommend.
I have worked with Danielle and her team on a large number of recruitment needs across an IT organisation. There has always been strong communication and honesty which is important when working with a recruitment agency and we have had many successful people join our business thanks to them. I would highly recommend.
Will Kennedy
Oct 24, 2021
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As a first time contractor I didn't really know what I was doing.
Gerard Ellis at VIQU has gone above and beyond to help me secure my first contacting role and all the admin that is needed to become a contractor. I would 100% recommend them if you're wanting to become a contractor. Every email I sent I had a reply within 5 minutes. Definitely be contacting again for future roles.
Gerard Ellis at VIQU has gone above and beyond to help me secure my first contacting role and all the admin that is needed to become a contractor. I would 100% recommend them if you're wanting to become a contractor. Every email I sent I had a reply within 5 minutes. Definitely be contacting again for future roles.
