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NatWest Group partners with Sparta Global to secure technology talent from diverse backgrounds and support the continued growth of its One Bank Mortgages (OBM) platform. This video follows some of the 12 Spartans specialising in Software Engineering, Test Automation, and DevOps who were selected to join NatWest’s OBM team. Those joining were made up of women, those first in their families to go to university, and individuals from minority backgrounds. These consultants secured the opportunity on attitude, aptitude and potential alone – not prior technology experience or educational background. Since joining the team, they have converted to full-time employees at NatWest to continue their personal and professional growth – with two selected for the future leaders programme. Our CEO, David Rai, says; “Successfully hiring today’s generation of early career talent requires an understanding of their attributes, an empathy for their diverse values, and a management style that engages their interests and preferences. NatWest and the OBM team understand this ethos and together have created an exceptional environment for emerging talent to thrive and contribute to future organisational success”. 🔉 If you're interested in discussing your emerging talent needs, contact us at contactus@spartaglobal.com Watch the full video here | https://lnkd.in/esmDc94x

Yesterday we welcomed a select group of former and serving police officers to the Sparta Global office to discuss our plans to reskill ex-police for careers in Business. These individuals understand first-hand how police career changers can bring significant value to in-demand business teams, but also spoke openly about the challenges around communicating their diverse skillset and applying this knowledge to new working environments. Some key takeaways: ➡️Police simply aren't aware of opportunities outside of the force and how their unique experiences set them up for success in a host of business environments. How do we do better at promoting opportunity for ex-police? ➡️Getting into a new career is incredibly difficult without support and guidance. One of our attendees spent 15 months applying for 100 jobs, but was given the opportunity to interview for just 4 jobs. Employers must adapt their mindset when it comes to employment criteria, prioritising skills over experience. But how do we support ex-police in communicating their abilities too? ➡️Employers looking to hire and develop ex-police must prioritise ticking the box for fulfilment. Police greatly value their sense of purpose and finding this in new careers is important. ➡️People often leave the police because of a lack of progression or promotion opportunities. If employers can provide a clear way forward and process for personal development and progression - they will get the best of ex-police. ➡️Community and camaraderie is a key pillar of the police and for many leaving the force there is a sense of loneliness when approaching a new career and new working environment. Ex-police employers need to champion support and mentoring to ease this transition. A huge thank you to all who attended!

Another great event with Inflexion! Thank you for inviting our EDI Director Gaia Caruso to discuss how we're using AI to promote gender equality

Tech isn't Tom Purvis's first rodeo - in fact, he had a successful start in sports as a marketing and social media strategist before realising that his passion for data and analytics could help businesses thrive too. After moving from the US to the UK, Tom joined Sparta Global to do just that, combining his love for people and learning, with a set of new Business skills that would set him apart as a Business Analyst for a stable and promising career. We sat down with Tom to discuss his training, new community and hope for his new career 🚀 Watch our full interview with Tom here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ej6Ea7XM

Today is #AdaLovelaceDay, an annual event to celebrate and raise awareness of the contributions of women to STEM fields. It is named after mathematician and computer science pioneer Ada Lovelace. ----- 👉🏻 Who is Ada Lovelace? Born in England on December 10, 1815, Ada was the daughter of the famous poet Lord George Byron and his wife, Lady Anne Byron. When she was 17, Ada met mathematician and inventor Charles Babbage at a town party and was fascinated by his Difference Engine - an early version of the calculator. In 1843, Babbage was developing the Analytical Engine, a more complicated version of the Difference Engine. He asked Lovelace to translate French text from his engineer into English. Lovelace not only translated the notes but added her own, signing them “A.A.L.” Some of those notes compared the design of the Analytical Engine to how weaving machines worked. Weaving machines follow patterns to make a complete design, and Lovelace imagined that the engine could also follow patterns—or codes—not only to calculate numbers, but to form letters, too. Because of her advanced way of thinking, she’s often considered the first computer programmer. In fact, in 1979, the U.S. Department of Defense named a new computer language “Ada” in her honour. ----- At Sparta Global we want to give women the skills and opportunities to become the next Ada Lovelace, the next pioneer, trailblazer in tech. This is why we launched the Athena Academy - our women only Academy training stream that offers passionate women the chance to learn from and alongside a sisterhood of support. Find out more about the Athena Academy here ➡️https://lnkd.in/dvNHN2CC

Meet our September Spartan of the Month! 🏆 After initially forging a career in Mechanical Engineering, Bradley Woods found himself searching for an opportunity to change careers and pursue an interest in technology. With a firm determination to find training opportunities in DevOps, Bradley joined the Sparta Academy in early 2023 and quickly secured his first role working in the public sector. Nominated for Spartan of the Month for his “dedication and hard work” that have been “instrumental in the smooth execution of high-profile project”, we spoke to Bradley about his time in tech. Read our full interview with Bradley Woods here 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/gEhmzxbS

We're finalists at the inaugural 2024 Tech Impact Awards in two fantastic categories! 🎉 We're finalists for: 👉🏻 Best Economic Impact + 👉🏻 Driving Diversity in Tech: for excellence in the space of Social Impact. We're thrilled to have been recognised from over 400 entries, but to also be introduced to the other impactful nominees - each representing the best in tech. From revolutionary startups to global powerhouses. Each one stands out for their creativity, passion, and determination to shape a brighter future. We look forward to learning more about the work of other impact businesses. ---- Want to find out more about Sparta Global's impact? Read about Sparta ImpACT reporting 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/eS64RW-m Read about EDI and our values 👉🏻https://lnkd.in/gRYvGAKQ

What a Spartan showcase 🤩👏 Yesterday afternoon some of our available Spartans presented an impressive project to members of our client community. They developed a minimum viable product (MVP) of an AI-powered chatbot for a financial institution. The chatbot was able to answer frequently asked questions and provide basic financial advice! Multi-cloud (Azure and AWS), a database made from scratch to power user-facing AI Q&A functionality, integrated generative AI API, CI/CD pipeline, test automation strategy and an attractive front-end 🤯 A huge thank you to our DevOps, Testing, Data, Java, BA and PMO/Project Support Spartans for taking part! ---- 👉🏻 Are you looking to build business and technology capability, adopt future skills AND make a social impact? Contact us today to meet our Spartans and tap into the next generation of digital talent | https://lnkd.in/dxSvBGM 👈🏻

Sparta Global has been included in the E2E100 Job Creation Track in association with The Independent! 👏 Founded in 2011 by Shalini Khemka CBE, E2E is an exciting and thriving powerhouse of ground-breaking entrepreneurs, investors, non-execs and SME focused corporate organisations. The E2E Job Creation 100 provides a platform for showcasing UK companies that excel in their respective sectors, driving strategic transformation and fostering consistent growth in their employee base. Our CEO David Rai says 🗣 “We empower companies to build robust technology and business capabilities, adopt critical future-ready skills, and make a positive social impact. By hiring a 'Spartan' consultant who has graduated from our Academy, our clients aren’t just bringing on a talented young professional, returner, or career changer into their first role in tech. They are also actively contributing to the growth of the UK economy and solidifying its position as a digital leader. As we continue to grow as a leading employer, dedicated to job creation and skills development, we look forward to adding even more success stories to the 3,000 people who have already launched their technology careers through Sparta Global.” Find out more here 👉🏻https://lnkd.in/es_PEBku

After careers in marketing and recruitment, a chance request from a client to tweak their website led to Tam Parlak discovering a new passion - technology. After enrolling in Sparta Global, Tam successfully changed careers once more and was able to upskill in the areas that excited him. Now, he is set to step into his first digital role within the public sector. Watch our full interview with Tam Parlak here | https://lnkd.in/giqyVvmi