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The Team
Our team is made up of over 90 personalities who all have one thing in common: they are passionate about technology.
Martin Blythe
Founder & MDUK, USA, EU, AUS - {mb_team_sector}Tech enthusiast, ex-superstar DJ (almost) and father of three beautiful girls. Loves recruitment… genuinely!
Dan Butler
DirectorUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not recruiting I enjoy sailing and spending time with the family – two young children don’t leave much spare time! I studied aviation at University and hold a private pilots licence with over 50 hours of flying under my belt to date!
Olly Preston
DirectorUK, USA, AUS - {mb_team_sector}My main hobbies when I’m not placing IT Contractors are sports and socialising. I love Man UTD and have been to three European Cup Finals.
Chris Hopley
DirectorUK, USA, EU - {mb_team_sector}Director of Searchability USA, My recruitment sweet spot is DevOps but I still work in a variety of tech specialisms. In my spare time, I love spending time with my family, traveling, watching football and technology.
Patrick Doyle
Divisional ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}Describe myself in 3 words… Tall, dark and handsome of course! My motto is “work hard, play hard”, so as well as sourcing digital talent across the North West I love partying and socialising!
James Roberts
Recruitment ManagerUSA - {mb_team_sector}I look after tech recruitment for our Austin, TX and US team. I’m a huge Soccer fan, both watching and playing – my UK team of choice is Arsenal FC!
Sophie Hopley
Head of Employer Brand & MarketingUK, USA, EU, AUS - {mb_team_sector}Passionate about employer branding, marketing and social. Outside of work I’ll probably be chasing after my baby boy or getting out in the fresh air for a run!
Kate Donoghue
Head of HR and OperationsAUS - {mb_team_sector}Recruiting for all things tech across Australia! When I’m not in work you’ll find me scoping out the nearest karaoke bar. I do a mean Barry White after a “few” white wines.
Gabbi Trotter
Divisional ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}#1 Software Testing Fan, Advocate of women in tech, Speaker, Mini Dachshund and Mini human mum. QABC Founder and Co-Host of Ministry of Testing.
James Gambino
Divisional ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I’d describe myself as very energetic! When I’m not at Searchability I’m probably playing football, golf or going air rifle shooting!
Will Roebuck
DirectorUK, USA - {mb_team_sector}I specialise in sourcing candidates for specialist security cleared tech roles. Outside of work you’ll catch me watching Football (I’m a Nottingham Forest Fan), climbing mountains, or watching lots of Netflix!
Liam Harvey
Head of RecruitmentAUS - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not recruiting Digital Marketing and eCommerce Specialists, you will find me on the Golf Course or watching golf whilst proudly fathering my two cats Brucey & Bruno.
Leah Cottham
Employer Brand & Marketing ManagerUK, USA, EU, AUS - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not at Holler and Searchability you will find me planning spontaneous trips away, socialising with friends at a bottomless brunch with a cocktail or attending dance festivals and events.
Dave Henderson
Recruitment ManagerUK - {mb_team_sector}I have two boys aged under 10, who take up most of my free time, but when I do get a minute to myself I enjoy the football, I’m a Newcastle United season ticket holder (for my sins). I also enjoy Films, boxing, reading and pub quizzes!
Kelly Harvey
Divisional Delivery ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not recruiting tech talent you’ll find me dancing – especially tap dancing! I once taught children on Broadway in New York for Camp America!
Janyve Blythe
Head of Internal TalentUK - {mb_team_sector}I am a hectic mum of three little girls and two little dogs! I am a caravan enthusiast and love booking holidays in the sunshine! Other passions include cooking and drinking gin!
Cheryl Muskin
Head of People and CultureUK, USA, EU, AUS - {mb_team_sector}I welcomed my first grandchild in January 2020 – but you won’t find me knitting, more likely developing my passion for well-being. I am a qualified hypnotherapist and now on my way to becoming a reiki master!
Daniel Jones
Lead ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not recruiting as a part of the Searchability team I can be commonly found in a wrestling ring. I have been wrestling since the age of 11 and have been doing it professionally for over 10 years!
Dominic Barbet
Lead ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}Part of the National Security & Intelligence team – outside of work I enjoy skiing, occasionally going to the gym and spending far too much time in my local sports bar!
Dominic Barbet
Lead ConsultantUK, USA - {mb_team_sector}Part of the National Security & Intelligence team – outside of work I enjoy skiing, occasionally going to the gym and spending far too much time in my local sports bar!
Daniel Massey
Divisional ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not speaking to software developers in the Midlands you’ll either find me in the gym or cheering on the mighty Liverpool FC. Devoted foodie who is partial to the odd glass of red wine.
Jacob Whiteway
Lead ConsultantUSA - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not finding security cleared tech professional you’ll find me lounging in Bar Lounge; if you don’t have any luck there you’ll find me on the golf course!
Charlie Doyle
Senior ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}A big house music fan, I’m also a massive Man United fan & have travelled all over to watch them play.
Luke Parry
Divisional ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I enjoy watching sports both live and on TV with a drink in hand. I am a huge Manchester United Fan, along with an avid interest in F1 and Golf!
Georgia Bloor
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I’m a confident person with a very positive outlook on life. When I’m not working i’m normally taking my dogs for long walks. I enjoy going out to nice restaurants and eating good food with my friends and family.
Jack Ford
Senior ConsultantAUS - {mb_team_sector}During my spare time I play ice hockey and when I’m not chilling on the ice, I love hiking, watching marvel movies and more often then not, a drink down the pub.
Ashlea Morgan
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I am a very bubbly and sociable person. Outside of work you’ll find me spending time with my friends and family and enjoying plenty of prosecco!
Evan Morgan
Senior ConsultantAUS - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not recruiting tech talent across Australia, I’ll probably be watching / playing sports including golf, football and tennis. I even once played at Wimbledon!
Beth Allen
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}Outside of work I enjoy, spending quality time with my family and visiting new places/ destinations. As a goal of mine is to travel the world one day! I also am partial to a glass of prosecco with my friends on the weekends, and every now and then attempting to bake!
Olivia Parry
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not recruiting you’ll find me in the gym or out enjoying nice food with my friends with a glass of rose in my hand, finding a new show to binge on Netflix, or shopping for my next trip away.
Jack Crowley
Recruitment ManagerUSA - {mb_team_sector}I love to watch football and horseracing – I moved to Chester 3 years ago from Dubai and haven’t looked back since! When I am not in work you will usually find me in a bar around Chester.
George Widdowson
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not recruiting contractors, you’ll find me visiting the finest lower league grounds as I’m unfortunate enough to be a Mansfield Town fan. I also enjoy an occasional visit to the pub with friends!
Anthony Marshall
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I enjoy playing and watching most sports! I have played football for Wales Academy and Welsh schools. In my own time I like to chill out and watch Netflix or go out for a drink.
Shannon Harrison
Managing ConsultantAUS - {mb_team_sector}In my spare time I enjoy spending time outdoors and in nature, particularly hiking and climbing. Though I am partial to a cocktail or two whilst trying new restaurants and cuisines with my friends.
Monika Pugh Jones
Operations CoordinatorUK, USA, EU, AUS - {mb_team_sector}Outside of work I enjoy baking, cooking, and watching films. You’ll often find me at the pub with my friends and family, and love to take part in the pub quiz.
Ryan Baker
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not working as part of the Searchability National Security and Defence team, you’ll probably find me in a bar with my friends (I am partial to the odd tequila shot) or out walking with my friends.
Danielle Trotter
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}The main things I enjoy doing are spending time with my family on big dog walks, going to the gym and out for food. I also love binge watching YouTube videos and any activity I can incorporate wine in to.
Olivia Massey
Delivery ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I am not working, you will find me with my miniature sausage dog. We love the outdoors so you will always find us exploring new places. When indoors you will find me renovating my home or doing special effects makeup.
Chelsea Hackett
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I would say I am a social butterfly who loves spending time going on walks up Snowdonia and in the Welsh hills. I am also described as a bit of a gym rat. When I am not up in the hills or at the gym I will probably be out living it up with a prosecco at hand. Girls love to have fun after all!v
Henry Clay-Davies
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I love to travel and explore new places. I’m a big sports fan so usually spend my weekends watching rugby or football with some mates with a drink in hand!
Thomas Fulton
Senior ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}A passionate HM Forces Veteran, I now run the Military Desk here at Hirecracker where I specialise in placing ex-forces candidates into forces-friendly companies. When I’m not doing this you’ll either find me in the gym, playing/watching football or enjoying a glass of Malbec in my back garden with my feet up!
Chloe Jephson
Senior Employer Brand & Marketing ExecutiveUK, USA, EU, AUS - {mb_team_sector}I help take care of all things Marketing & Employer Branding as part of Holler. In spare time, I’m usually in the pub or at home with a takeaway!
Cameron Chambers
Senior ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}In my spare time I love to watch football (Liverpool) and the boxing! Love the gym, a good series, food and having a few drinks usually the Chester area or over in Liverpool! Ghetto golf anyone?
Erica Davis
Finance ManagerUK, USA, EU, AUS - {mb_team_sector}When I am not in the office covering all things Finance you’ll fine me spending time with family, friends and my horse. I love the outdoors, trying new tapas restaurants and indulging in the odd glass of wine!
Charlotte McGill
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}Outside of work I love walking my cockapoo Betsy, listening to Sam fender on repeat and going out for drinks with the girls. I’ve had a season ticket for Tranmere since I was just 2 days old! I’m also a blackbelt and multi-national champion in Taekwondo.
Lewis Hayward
Senior ConsultantUK, USA - {mb_team_sector}Recruiting as part of the National Security & Defence team. Avid Manchester United fan, true crime-doc enthusiast, average cook.
Laura Roberts
Recruitment ConsultantUSA - {mb_team_sector}In my free time, you will more often than not find me in my local pub having a pint or two. I love to travel and even spent a year working in France! When I can, I like to visit new cities to add to the list!
Jack Jones
Recruitment ConsultantUSA - {mb_team_sector}I’m Jack, from Wrexham. Outside of work, I will either be in the pub or somewhere around the world watching Wrexham/Wales playing football.
Will Fisher
Senior ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I specialise in national security and defence roles in Searchability’s Manchester office. Outside of this you can find me exploring cities abroad, on the basketball court or sometimes in the local bar.
Adam Haydock
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not recruiting, you will most likely find me in the Stretford End at Old Trafford watching the famous Man United. If I’m not singing my heart out, I am either playing football for my local team or out with friends for food and drinks.
Shaun Varley
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not hard at work I’ll either be out in Manchester having drinks with friends or cheering on Manchester United at Old Trafford!
Lewis Thompson
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}Outside of the office I am a massive foodie and fitness freak. If you don’t see me in the gym, on a running track or in a boxing ring, then I am probably sat somewhere eating/drinking my body weight in something.
Eamonn O’Brien
Finance AssistantUK, USA, EU, AUS - {mb_team_sector}I love spending time with friends & family, trying new foods & travelling when I can to anywhere new and exciting. I’m an active person, regularly going to the gym, rock climbing & training in Japanese Jujitsu. I also love to relax watching a TV series, game or book.
Francois Antoine
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I’m an energetic person that enjoys playing football and going to the gym in my spare time. You can also find me watching Arsenal when I’m not playing football. I often enjoy cooking to relax when I’m not at work.
Cameron Hand
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I moved to Chester for Uni 5 years ago and haven’t looked back since. I am someone who likes to socialise and you will likely find me in a nice local bar around Chester when I’m not in work. I enjoy watching boxing and am passionate about travelling around the world!
Eve Burnett
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not recruiting top digital talent across Yorkshire you will find me booking a holiday as I love to travel the world and visit new places. You will catch me scoping out the best beach bars with a strawberry daquiri.
Ryan Horne
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not recruiting software developers, you will probably find me sat near a TV watching football (Man United FC) or Rugby League (St Helens RLFC) and when I’m doing neither of them activities I will be found in the pub!
Wesley Farrington
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}In my spare time, I am mainly on the Golf Course. I am a LFC fan and go to as many games as I can. I manage my lad’s U12’s Football team. Dad of 2 kids, Max and Zara.
Josh Kellard
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}I’m From Bournemouth and moved to Chester just over a year ago, In my Spare time I like going to the Gym and doing Brazilian jiu jitsu, or you will find me out at either a pub or a restaurant.
Fergal O’Shea
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}In my spare time, I like attending European music festivals, Watching Liverpool FC, playing Rugby & going for a pint with my mates!
Robert Elvey
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}In my spare time, you’ll find me in the gym, pub or watching boxing, MMA and football. I have a season ticket at Manchester United, so I spend the majority of my weekends there, or wherever we are playing away!
Macey Willis
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}Outside of work, I enjoy socialising and will usually be found in a cocktail bar or trying new restaurants! When I’m not out and about you can find me at home making mood boards!
Lottie Speak
Finance AssistantAUS - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not in work I’m usually out in the countryside for walks with the dog, out socialising with friends and family and trying different places for food (and drinks)!
David Hurst
Recruitment ConsultantUK, USA - {mb_team_sector}Blockchain and Web3 consultant excited to be representing and building out the Searchability brand worldwide! When I’m not speaking about Blockchain taking over the world, you’ll either find me at Anfield watching the Mighty Liverpool FC or on the cricket field representing Neston CC and Cheshire CCC. Love a voice note. Hate Texting. Devoted Uncle to Seb, Alba, Bobbi & Adelie. Favourite quote: “Don’t get bitter, get better” – Kerry Packer
Steffan Jones
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}Outside of work I am a massive sports fan with a huge passion for Football and Boxing. In my spare time, you’ll either find me in the gym, on the football pitch, or in the pub – those who know me best know where to look first!
Ryan Jones
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When not placing the best IT & Digital Contractors in London, I enjoy watching and playing football, going to the gym and abusing my Spotify playlist!
Lauren Sollars
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}When I’m not working you will find me snuggled up on the sofa with my dog, drinking lots of tea and eating snacks. I also enjoy going to nice restaurants and am partial to a Pornstar Martini!
Kyle Downey
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}Coming Soon!
Beau Taylor
Business Operations AssistantUK - {mb_team_sector}In my spare time I love all things fitness. Whether that’s lifting weights in the gym or in-door rock climbing at a bouldering gym. Other than that, you can find me at a gig watching one of my favourite bands, or cuddled up with my Staffy Milo.
Alexandra Williams
Recruitment ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}In my free time you will find me mostly hiking, paddleboarding or walking my Hungarian vizsla dog called Rossi! Anything outdoors! My favourite food is Italian, with a big glass of wine.
Vernon Rose
Lead ConsultantUK - {mb_team_sector}Hi, I’m Vern – A MASSIVE UFC and Boxing Fan – combat sports is my thing! In my spare time, I love to cook/bake (with country songs on in the background) but mostly spend time acting silly with my wife and kids. Now and again, I will take to the roads on my motorbike – I have a healthy appetite for speed but do enjoy a cruise on country lanes.