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The ever-competitive DevOps talent market is entering a new era – is your business prepared? Persistent skill gaps and widespread digital transformation are proving difficult to navigate for today’s hiring managers, especially when it comes to hiring DevOps engineers.

DevOps is the workflow management philosophy that changed tech jobs forever back in 2007. Seventeen (or so) years later, the once-radical way of working is still evolving.

It’s evolving quickly too, making it tough to pinpoint the kind of talent that will suit your company’s unique needs. Thankfully, the specialist DevOps recruiters at Trust in SODA have a wealth of experience in connecting top DevOps talent with the opportunities they need to shine. 

This means helping leaders design their workplace for difference. DevOps is an inherently intersectional way of working that thrives on diversity – it’s what inspired us to launch our Women in DevOps community back in 2017!

When you partner with Trust in SODA, you gain access to our global community network, enabling you to broaden the talent pool like never before. If you’re looking for consistency, speed, quality, diversity, and sustainability in your hiring partner, our DevOps specialists have you covered.

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Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Data Specialist
Data Specialist – Immediate Hire Start Date: ImmediateContract Length: 6 monthsLocation: Dublin office, 2 days per weekRate: €325–€352 per dayJob Description SummaryOur client’s mission is to enable the responsible use of internal and external data through a secure, well-governed analytics platform that supports research, development, and medical insight generation to help deliver new medicines to patients. As a Real-World Data (RWD) Steward, you will support the day-to-day delivery of RWD governance activities across the organisation.You will work closely with internal teams, data owners, and governance stakeholders to ensure requests are handled efficiently, consistently, and in line with established processes.This role is central to maintaining smooth, reliable RWD governance operations by ensuring requests follow the correct process and stakeholders receive the support they need throughout.Real World Data Governance OperationsSupport the team and end users through established RWD governance processesServe as a point of contact for RWD governance queriesPromote and communicate policies and guidelines to the Real-World Data community, fostering ethical and compliant data useEnsure RWD requests are routed, tracked, and progressed on timeReview existing RWD governance records for quality and completeness, identify gaps or inconsistencies, and support remediation to improve accuracy and audit readinessGovernance Process ExecutionSupport the implementation and day-to-day running of governance processes across the RWD lifecycle, including:Data ingestion requestsData access management queriesData export and off-platform access requestsData licence renewals and expiry trackingData destruction requestsData archiving and retention requestsNon-standard or exception-based data use requestsStakeholder CoordinationLiaise with requestors, data owners, their teams, and governance stakeholders such as Legal, Data Privacy, and platform teamsGuide stakeholders through governance requirements, documentation, and next stepsFollow up on required inputs and approvals to support timely decision-makingIdentify issues that require escalation to maintain continuity in governance operationsGovernance Forums & MeetingsPrepare for and support Real-World Data Governance Council meetings, including:Agenda inputsRequest status summariesAction and decision trackingSupport follow-up on governance outcomes and actionsDocumentation, Training & Continuous ImprovementSupport the creation and maintenance of governance documentation, guidance, and process artefactsContribute to training materials and enablement content for end users and stakeholdersIdentify recurring operational challenges and suggest practical process improvementsEssential RequirementsExperience supporting operational processes in a complex, regulated, or matrixed environmentStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple requests at onceAbility to work effectively in ambiguous and evolving environmentsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to influence and coordinate stakeholders without direct authorityStrong attention to detail and follow-throughDesirable RequirementsExperience working with data governance, research operations, or data lifecycle processesExposure to healthcare, life sciences, or Real-World Data environmentsFamiliarity with governance forums, approval workflows, or compliance‑driven processesKey SkillsPlanning and prioritisationStakeholder coordinationOperational executionProcess improvement mindsetClear and structured communication
Nathan Peters Nathan Peters
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Data Analyst
Urgent Hire: Data Analyst •          Start date: ASAP •          Duration: 12 months •          Location: 1 week on site, Dublin - 3 weeks working from home •          Rate: €200- €250 per day Description:  Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent practical experienceExperience working as a Data Analyst (typically 1–2 years), ideally within financial services or a data-rich environment; we will also consider recent graduates with relevant skills or internshipsExperience with reference data, data management, and data analyticsWorking knowledge of tools and techniques for analysing and presenting data, such as SQL, Python/R, and Power BI (or similar tools)Familiarity with data vendor products (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters) is beneficialInterest in or exposure to advanced analytics, anomaly detection, or AI-driven data solutions is an advantage The Purpose of Your Role In this role, you will balance day-to-day data quality and production activities with analytical and project-based work, with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the evolution of our data capabilities, including the use of automation, anomaly detection, and AI techniques to enhance data quality, efficiency, and insight generation. The Skills You Bring  A proactive and curious mindset, with the ability to work both independently and collaborativelyStrong investigative and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly understand complex issues and identify patterns or anomalies in dataAn interest in innovation and continuous process improvementClear written and verbal communication skills, particularly when explaining complex topicsStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with business partnersThe ability to manage priorities and deliver against both short-term deadlines and longer-term objectives The Value You Deliver  Deliver high-quality, accurate, and timely data analysis and insightsIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and data qualityProvide root cause analysis and insights into data challenges, including identifying anomalies and trendsCollaborate with business and technology partners to resolve issues and improve processesSupport the adoption of automation and AI-driven approaches to strengthen data managementProactively contribute to and support a range of projects and initiatives
Nokwanda KhanyileNokwanda Khanyile
Greater London, South East, England
Platform Support Engineer
Platform Support Engineer – Contract Position – HIRING ASAP Location: Hybrid in London office Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months (extension after) Daily Rate: £300 - £400 per day outside IR35 Summary of what we’re looking forWe need someone who is excellent with people, stays calm under pressure, pays close attention to detail, and has the judgment to know when to escalate and when to act independently.The role is predominantly support-facing, serving internal teams including developers, traders, and operations.Think of it as an internal client-facing role with a technical infrastructure backdrop.Key Skills3 years in a Platform Support Engineer, DevOps, or similar roleA track record of delivering high-quality support to internal or external clients, with strong communication and responsiveness.Experience working in financial services is preferred but not required.AWS, Ansible, Terraform, GitLab CI, Linux are the core technical areas.Strong knowledge of AWS (equivalent to AWS Associate Certification level) across a multi-account, multi-region environment.Proficiency in Terraform and Ansible for infrastructure and server management.Experience with Docker or managing EKS clusters and containerised applications.Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines, ideally with GitLab CI.Strong understanding of Linux systems, including diagnosing and resolving common issues.Familiarity with observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and OpenSearch.Good understanding of networking concepts, including connectivity, latency, and routing.Knowledge of cloud and network security principles.Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with a natural curiosity for understanding root causes.Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical users.The team uses Teleport as its primary identity and access management platform. Prior experience is not required, but candidates should be comfortable picking it up quickly.ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary point of contact for infrastructure-related support requests, building strong working relationships with teams across the business.Respond to Slack and support queue requests promptly, taking time to understand each request fully before acting and keeping users informed of progress and timelines throughout.Maintain clear and up-to-date ticket records so that the team always has visibility of what is in flight.Work within agreed SLAs and help users understand what to expect and when, including when a request needs to be prioritised, routed to another team, or scheduled.Bring a security-conscious mindset to every request, understanding when to proceed independently, when to involve the security team, and when compliance or operational constraints apply.Build user confidence in the support function by being reliable, transparent, and easy to work with.Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to infrastructure, applications, and configurations, ensuring minimal downtime.Promote self-service solutions and help users help themselves where possible, reducing repetitive requests over time.Support and manage infrastructure in AWS, including EC2, S3, IAM, EKS, and VPCs.Configure and manage servers using Ansible for operational consistency.Use Terraform to manage infrastructure changes and resolve support-related issues.Support CI/CD pipelines and assist teams with pipeline-related issues using GitLab CI.Support hybrid infrastructure, including workloads in AWS and physical servers in data centres near exchanges.Participate in the out-of-hours support rota, ensuring business continuity.Maintain and update documentation to support repeatable, high-quality service delivery.Leverage AI-assisted development tools productively while applying sound engineering judgment to all outputs.Work in a non-tiered support model where any incident may go to any engineer on call.Develop broad exposure to the infrastructure estate while operating within agreed runbooks for production systems.
Nathan Peters Nathan Peters
London, Greater London, South East, England
Creative Program Manager
Creative Program Manager – Working for Meta of interest? Start Date: ASAPDuration: Till end of 2026, with a view to extendLocation: 3 days per week in London office, 2 days remote workingRate: £370 - £485 per day, on a PAYE Model Summary:Creative Program Managers are a team of strategic creative leaders who work closely with marketers and product teams to plan and manage creative projects. Program Managers forecast work, ensure it is strategically aligned with marketing goals, mitigate issues and collaborate with cross-functional counterparts, find space for the creative team to make their best work. This role will support the Business Marketing organization within Meta, with an emphasis on our key tentpole moments. Responsibilities: PlanningInfluence and understand marketing creative plans, as it specifically relates to in product experiences, for our family of brandsProactively identify important problems for marketing and/or advertising creative plansTake a broad perspective to problems and identify creative solutionsEffectively lobby and win support for creative innovation and new initiativesPlan resource needs, and coordinate resources across multiple projectsPartnershipsCreate strong partnerships with Marketers, Media, research and analytics teamsCan foster trusted relationships with creative and production partnersProgram ManagementManage creative projects to ensure successful delivery of various marketing effortsAble to be the lead point of contact for agencies for marketing workPrioritize competing needs with good reasoning and creative solutionsCoordinate resources across multiple projectsThe expertise we are looking for:Creative Agency experienceManage high volume of creative workAbility to manage internal stakeholdersDeep experience in localization, translation and asset deliveryBA/BS degree or 10 years’ experience working in a creative agency, production studio, and/or digital product marketing companyExperience working with Marketers or in Creative agencies Cross-functional collaboration experience with media, research/planning and analytics disciplinesExperience managing marketing and/or product projects, including the creative development and alignment with strategyExperience in working on or overseeing campaigns that include live action, digital, and animation Experience in setting priorities, problem-solving and multitasking
Nathan Peters Nathan Peters
Austria
SAP EWM Consultant
SAP EWM Consultant (Manufacturing & Logistics Support)Location: Austria (Hybrid)Duration:  12 MonthsWe are seeking an experienced SAP EWM Consultant to support a strategic logistics and manufacturing initiative. The successful candidate will provide operational support and enhancement services across SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and manufacturing processes, supporting live sites with a primary focus on Austria, including Schaftenau.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and resolve incoming support tickets, defects, and change requests through designated support tools.Assess and validate business requirements in collaboration with process owners.Analyse and design solutions in partnership with key stakeholders, including:Local Business TeamsCore Project TeamsAdoption TeamsTechnical Development TeamsProcess OwnersApplication Management Support TeamsDevelop and implement approved change requests.Present proposed changes at Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings and obtain necessary approvals.Collaborate closely with design, adoption, and business-as-usual (BAU) teams, providing support where required.Contribute to smooth service transition activities and ongoing operational excellence.Required Skills & ExperienceTechnical ExpertiseStrong experience with SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and warehouse operations.Solid understanding of warehouse systems and operational processes within Austrian sites.Deep knowledge of SAP ecosystems and connected satellite systems, particularly:Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)Local Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)Experience supporting manufacturing and logistics environments in regulated industries.Business Process KnowledgeComprehensive understanding of:Drug Substance (DS) operationsDrug Product (DP) operationsFamiliarity with logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing processes across supported sites, particularly in Austria and Schaftenau.Additional RequirementsStrong knowledge of the current SAP project landscape and associated business processes.Previous involvement in SAP implementation, support, or transition projects.Ability to engage effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
London, Greater London, South East, England
Lead Engineer - Payments Platform Modernisation
Lead Engineer -  Payments Platform ModernisationStart: July 2026Duration: Initial contract until Dec 2026, with extension potentialLocation: London / Hybrid 2 days onsiteRate: Up to £750 per day Inside IR35We are supporting a major UK financial services organisation on a significant payments modernisation programme and are seeking an experienced Lead Engineer with strong Kotlin expertise to help drive the transformation of critical payment services and platforms.  This confidential engagement focuses on modernising payment gateway capabilities, API platforms, orchestration services, developer tooling, and in-person payments infrastructure. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the technical direction of the programme while contributing hands-on to the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-native solutions. ResponsibilitiesLead the design and development of next-generation payment gateway capabilities using KotlinDrive the modernisation of API and orchestration platformsProvide technical leadership across both discovery and delivery phasesDefine architecture, engineering standards, and best practicesMentor engineering teams and support technical decision-makingWork closely with product, architecture, and business stakeholdersContribute deep payments domain knowledge to solution design and deliveryHelp shape the long-term technology roadmap for the payments platformKey Skills EssentialStrong commercial experience building backend platforms in KotlinExperience leading engineering teams and delivering complex distributed systemsPayment gateway, payments platform, or transaction processing experienceAPI design and development experienceFinancial services or highly regulated industry experienceStrong understanding of modern software architecture and engineering practicesAbility to provide technical leadership in large-scale transformation programmesDesirableJava experience (legacy platform integration and migration a bonus)TypeScriptExperience with cloud-native architectures, microservices, and event-driven systemsExposure to developer platforms and engineering enablement initiativesThis is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile payments transformation programme where Kotlin is at the heart of the modernisation strategy, helping to build the next generation of payment capabilities within a leading financial services environment.
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
Munich, Bayern, Germany
Full Stack Engineer
Senior Full Stack Engineer (React / Node.js / TypeScript) Location: Munich (Hybrid) A growing technology company operating in the travel, pricing, and commerce space is looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer to join its engineering team in Munich. The company builds complex, data-driven platforms used by major organisations across the tourism and logistics sectors, with a strong focus on scalable pricing systems, analytics, and modern e-commerce infrastructure. Their environment combines high-impact product engineering with modern cloud-native architecture and event-driven systems. This is an opportunity to join a highly collaborative engineering team working closely with the CTO, with genuine ownership across architecture, feature development, and production systems. The Role You’ll work across both frontend and backend systems, building scalable applications and services used in production environments with real-world complexity and high traffic. The role is genuinely full stack, with flexibility for engineers who may lean slightly more frontend or backend, provided they are comfortable contributing across both areas. You’ll be involved in:Building modern web applications and user-facing featuresDeveloping scalable backend services and APIsDesigning and operating cloud-native systemsOwning features end-to-end, from architecture and implementation through to deployment and production supportContributing to technical decisions, system design, and platform evolutionWorking closely with a small, experienced engineering team in a fast-moving environment Tech Stack FrontendReactNext.jsTypeScriptBackendNode.jsTypeScriptCloud & InfrastructureAWSKubernetesCI/CD pipelinesCloud-native architectureWhat They’re Looking ForStrong experience as a Full Stack Engineer in modern web environmentsGood knowledge of both frontend and backend developmentExperience building and operating production systemsStrong understanding of software engineering fundamentals and scalable architecturesExperience with cloud infrastructure, CI/CD, and distributed systemsComfortable working in smaller teams with high ownership and autonomyStrong communication skills and collaborative mindsetNice to have:Experience with event-driven architecturesExposure to complex SQL/data-heavy applicationsInterest in AI-assisted or agent-driven development workflowsGerman language skills (not required, but beneficial) Why This Opportunity Stands OutDirect collaboration with the CTO and significant influence on technical directionOpportunity to work on genuinely complex, high-impact systemsSmall engineering team with strong ownership and fast decision-makingModern cloud-native stack and event-driven architectureFlexible hybrid setup with a collaborative office culture in MunichStrong compensation available for high-quality candidatesLocation & Working StyleMunich-based hybrid roleTypically 2–3 days per week onsiteThe team is actively hiring and moving quickly through the interview process for the right candidates. If you’d like to hear more, please reach out for a confidential discussion.
Adam HicksAdam Hicks
London, Greater London, South East, England
Brand Manager
Content Brand Manager – HIRING ASAP Start Date: ASAPDuration: 12 MonthsLocation: Hybrid working in the London officeRate: £200 - £300 per day outside IR35Education / ExperienceFirm understanding of the regulatory environment in marketing to HCPs.Demonstrated strong skills in oral and written communication, project management.Highly collaborative, ability to interact and partner with Agencies of choice.Able to manage multiple and complex processes at the same time.Embraces a collaborative approach; thrives working closely with stakeholders to make sure their needs are. addressed and delivered on time.Able to manage a complexity, tasks, and interdependencies within timelines.Well organized & proactive to make sure things progress according to the plan.Must Haves SkillsExperience as brand manager in pharmaceutical company.Firm understanding of the regulatory environment in marketing promotional content to HCPs.Demonstrated strong skills in oral and written communication, project management.Highly collaborative, ability to interact and partner with Agencies of choice.Native Italian speakingFluent EnglishRole PurposeNovartis’ ambition is to be a recognized leader in customer experience and engagement. The CE&E IMI team aims to design and deliver intentional, impactful customer experiences for HCPs and patients through integrated engagements and solutions.This role is part of the Customer Experience, Content & Partnerships Excellence team of the CE&E, IMI organization - a team of innovative, passionate talent focused on designing and deploying personalized and outcome-oriented customer experiences grounded in deep insights and human-centered design.The Content Adaptation Manager role will work closely with Agency of choice to deliver quality creative adaptations of centrally created content (driven by CX Strategy& Design team) based on a clear input coming from CX Engagement & Channels team members who will work with countries on Engagement Plan per brand.The Content Adaptation Manager will be also in charge of a process on the line between CX.Major AccountabilitiesWork with Cx Engagement & Activation Director and Agency to understand a customer journey and content plan to work with Agency on creative adaptation of centrally delivered assets – this can mean existing content adaptation or/and creation of channel specific content from scratch based on Cx Strategy & Design Master Asset story.Brief Content Hub Production Team on content production and manage the rounds of changes with Asset OwnerSupport adaptation of above market content to local label requirements to ensure content is compliant and ready for execution in markets.Support content tracking management and demand forecasting and prioritization process with Content Hub to ensure timely executions.Work together with Content Hub and Cx Activation Director to agree on engagement plan delivery via localization.
Nathan Peters Nathan Peters
CAPGEMINI
169
Placements
118
Permanent
51
Contract
For over 50 years, Capgemini have delivered transformative business solutions to their clients through leading-edge tech, industry expertise and a highly talented workforce. They faced challenges attracting top talent in a candidate-short market, compounded by UK mobility and security clearance requirements. Partnering with Trust in SODA, Capgemini benefited from dedicated resources, tailored searches, specialized teams, and a global network. SODA quickly became a top supplier, exceeding hiring targets annually and supporting high-volume projects for major clients like Deliveroo, John Lewis, EDF, and public sector organisations.
Capgemini

‘Trust in Soda were one of the key suppliers in relation to both quality and volume of candidates successfully placed.

Communication was key to this success, and our working relationship only strengthened as the year progressed, with mutual respect and honesty being the theme of conversations.’

COMAVE GLOBAL
38
Permanent Hires
SODA Max
Hiring Solution
12
Contract Hires

ComAve was experiencing serious growth and had no talent or HR function. Trust in SODA (part of Trinnovo Group) started with recruiting the HR team and then became the talent function. Setting the strategy for all five of their businesses, we provided a linked ecosystem for talent attraction and management. 

We successfully recruited in 38 roles across Sales, Technology, Engineering, Operations and Marketing, from Junior to C Suite including the COO, across Europe, covering Eastern Europe, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and France, as well as the UK.

One of the most important requirements to our client was speed of delivery, and the SODA team have delivered every time. Our EHS solution streamlines the recruitment process to secure business-critical hires faster.

Comave Global
Sarah Lee

Lauren made it a great experience!! She understood from minute 1 what I needed and was super quick finding the perfect person. She was always available, answered all my questions and made me and the candidate feel super attended all the time."

Sarah Lee
Sarah Lee
People Director
GUIDANT GLOBAL
129
Roles Placed
17
Brands Serviced
Guidant Global takes a creative approach to talent management. Having delivered bespoke recruitment solutions to clients all over the globe, Guidant Global is breaking the mould in the MSP, RPO, and SOW markets. To meet mounting demand and alleviate subsequent pressure on candidate pay rates, Guidant Global turned to the team at Trust in SODA to deliver complex hiring projects to their end clients. To date, the SODA squad have provided talent solutions across technology and enablement for seventeen of Guidant Global’s customers, including Dyson, Burberry, Pfizer, The AA, and Novartis. The seamless integration of Trust in SODA’s permanent and contract teams has created dependable hiring coverage across DevOps, Software Engineering, Cloud and Infrastructure, Data, and Creative roles.
Guidant Global
David Miranda

Trinnovo Group is a valued and trusted partner in our never-ending quest to find talent. 

David Miranda
David Miranda
Talent Consultant
NATWEST BOXED
23
Key Hires
Natwest Boxed, the UK's leading banking-as-a-service provider, needed to rapidly expand its team by 30 people in two months to support their growing customer base. They needed to fill hard-to-reach roles across SDET, Engineering Management, Java Development, and Product Management. Partnering with Trust in SODA, they leveraged a dedicated team of five recruiters. This collaboration resulted in over 100 shortlisted candidates, 45 interviews, and 23 successful placements within the tight two-month timeframe.
Natwest Boxed
Mike Jetson

NatWest Boxed and Trust in Soda have built a successful partnership focused on specialist engineering recruitment, ensuring access to top-tier talent. Together, they have prioritized diverse hiring, helping NatWest Boxed strengthen its engineering teams with a more inclusive and high-performing workforce.

Mike Jetson
Mike Jetson
(Talent Acquisition Lead - NatWest Boxed & Mettle by NatWest)
PREMFINA
15
Roles Placed
PremFina, a rapidly growing FinTech startup, sought to diversify its workforce while expanding its team. Initially tasked with a single DevOps hire, Trust in SODA leveraged its network and expertise to quickly place a diverse candidate within three weeks, leading to a second successful placement in Software Engineering. Since then, Trust in SODA has become PremFina's exclusive tech recruitment partner, also providing contract and finance/risk recruitment through sister brand Broadgate. The partnership has resulted in 15 placements since November 2023, with 33% representing diverse hires. PremFina anticipates continued growth and success in this partnership.
Premfina
Kat Murray

‘Trust in Soda has really been part of a huge growth set in our organisation’.

Kat Murray
Kat Murray
HR

MEET THE TEAM

Ryan Hill

Managing Director, SODA

David Young

Director & Co-Founder

Lauren Langdell

Director (DACH) and Founder at Women in DevOps

Ryan Jones

Associate Director - US

Adam Brinkley

Business Manager

Adam Hicks

Head of DACH - Software, DevOps & Cloud

Adam Whitehurst

Senior Principal Consultant

Zaynab Khan

Senior Recruitment Consultant - DACH

Dominika Kodadova

Principal Consultant

Francis Alexander

Senior Principal Consultant

Nathan Peters

Team Lead & Senior Contract Recruitment Consultant

Georgina Nettleton

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Joe Dukes

Principal Consultant (US)

Max Binnie

DACH Data, AI & Analytics Lead

Jason Morley

Senior Consultant

Joe Woodard

Contract Consultant - Switzerland

Michelle Sutherland

Delivery Consultant

Robyn Links

Search Consultant

Nokwanda Khanyile

Search Consultant

Jacques Dondoua

Senior Consultant - GTM

Aleksandra Zielinska

Consultant

Ashley Lawrence

Founder & Group CEO

Oliver Perry

COO

Viki Dowthwaite

Commercial Director

Aaron Gonsalves

Head of Talent

Matthew Goddard

Head of Legal & Compliance

Marita Harper

HR Partner

Micha Swallow

People Development & Performance Lead

Sabrina Jones

Commercial Payroll Lead