Business Details
31 Years
experience
Technology Talent Solutions Experts
Established in 1995, Damia Group has built a reputation as a trusted partner in technology talent solutions. As an employee-owned business, we prioritise people-first values while connecting innovative companies with top-tier tech professionals. Our expertise spans 30 years of delivering staff augmentation, managed services, and recruitment process outsourcing for government departments, FTSE 100 companies, and emerging tech firms. We specialise in sourcing security-cleared (SC) talent for high-stakes projects, combining deep industry knowledge with a commitment to long-term partnerships.Our team of consultants brings technical expertise and market insight to address complex hiring challenges across IT infrastructure modernisation, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. With offices in Guildford and Lisbon, we maintain a global perspective while delivering tailored local solutions. Our ESG commitments reflect our belief that responsible business practices drive sustainable success for clients and communities alike.
Services
Staff Augmentation
Managed Services
Recruitment Process Outsourcing
Security Cleared Recruitment
Statement of Work Delivery
Cybersecurity Talent
Government Contracting
Tech Resourcing
Project Outsourcing
Permanent Placements
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 30 years' experience in technology talent solutions
- Employee-owned business with vested interest in quality
- Specialists in security-cleared (SC) talent sourcing
- Proven track record with government and defence sectors
- Flexible service models for temporary and permanent needs
What people say
Professional and transparent
High-quality candidates
Strong industry knowledge
Excellent communication
Successful placements
Services
Staff Augmentation
Our staff augmentation service provides immediate access to vetted IT specialists for project-based needs. Clients benefit from flexible resourcing without long-term commitments while gaining technical expertise in areas like cybersecurity and software engineering. This solution helps organisations scale teams efficiently while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
Managed Services
We offer comprehensive managed services for temporary and contract recruitment needs. Our team handles the complete lifecycle from candidate sourcing to offboarding, ensuring compliance and quality control. This service reduces administrative burdens while providing access to advanced recruitment technologies and market insights.
Security Cleared Recruitment
Specialising in security-cleared talent acquisition, we supply vetted professionals for sensitive government and defence projects. Our established vetting processes ensure candidates meet stringent security requirements while maintaining technical excellence. This service is trusted by public sector organisations for critical infrastructure projects.
Statement of Work Delivery
Our outcome-based Statement of Work (SoW) model delivers complete project execution with defined deliverables and KPIs. Clients benefit from fixed-cost pricing options and risk mitigation while maintaining full transparency. This approach ensures timely delivery of complex technology projects without increasing permanent headcount.
Recruitment Process Outsourcing
We provide end-to-end recruitment process outsourcing for technology roles. Our service includes talent sourcing, candidate screening, and onboarding support while maintaining compliance with industry standards. Clients gain access to our extensive network of IT professionals and benefit from streamlined hiring processes.
People
Chris Bardoe
Co-Founder
Co-founded Damia Group in 1995 with extensive recruitment industry experience. Specialises in strategic talent programmes and long-term partnership development. Holds three decades of expertise in solving complex hiring challenges for government and global clients.
Tracie Carter
Non-Executive Director
Brings 40 years of HR leadership experience to Damia Group's strategic evolution. Former client turned board member with expertise in organisational development and people-first transformation strategies. Focuses on aligning business goals with sustainable talent practices.
Pat Rodgers
Finance Director
Over 18 years financial leadership experience at Damia Group. Specialises in commercial sustainability and operational efficiency. Instrumental in delivering the company's first global recruitment process outsourcing deal while maintaining financial integrity.
Steve Bishop
Director of Strategic Partnerships
30-year veteran in talent strategy with expertise in global recruitment process outsourcing implementations. Focuses on building lasting client relationships while delivering complex hiring solutions across diverse sectors and scales.
Natalie George
Head of Delivery
Over 25 years contract recruitment experience with a focus on scaling high-performing tech teams. Successfully managed placements of over 100 agile coaches within tight deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
Questions
What technology sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, software engineering, data analytics, and digital transformation across government, defence, and commercial sectors.
Can you help with security-cleared recruitment?
Yes, we're experts in sourcing SC and higher-level cleared talent for government and defence sector projects.
What service models do you offer?
We provide staff augmentation, managed services, recruitment process outsourcing, and statement of work delivery models.
How quickly can you fill urgent roles?
Our fastest placement was 30 graduates within one month, with typical urgent roles filled within 2-4 weeks depending on requirements.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we operate from our Guildford headquarters and Lisbon office, supporting clients across Europe and globally.
What makes you different from other recruiters?
As an employee-owned business, we combine 30 years' experience with personal accountability and long-term partnership values.
Reviews (2)
Giovanna Cocco
Aug 09, 2021
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I'm delighted with the culture and expertise of Damia's family. I'm so lucky to work with brilliant and kind people every single day! Thank you Damia
Sofia Fontes
Jan 11, 2021
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Great company! A truly unique company in the Portuguese market! They're young, disruptive, transparente and great in what they do!
