May 2023 – Dec 2024 · 1 yr 7 mos

• 🚀 💻 Account Director | Software Engineering, Salesforce & Test/Automation
• Software Engineers / Senior Software Engineer (Java, Javascript, .NET, Python, PHP, C++)
• Salesforce Engineers
• Technical Lead / Team Lead
• Head of Engineering / Head of Development
• Test / Automation Engineer

Nov 2021 – May 2023 · 1 yr 6 mos

• 🚀 💻 Principle Technical Recruiter | Software Engineering, Salesforce and Test/Automation at Bluefin Resources

Jul 2021 – Nov 2021 · 4 mos

• Lead Technical Recruiter (Software Engineering, Salesforce & Automation)

May 2019 – Jul 2021 · 2 yrs 2 mos

• Senior Software Engineering, Salesforce & Automation Consultant

Feb 2018 – Oct 2018 · 8 mos

Oct 2017 – Feb 2018 · 4 mos

• The ONE Group is Cambridgeshire's largest independent specialist recruitment consultancy, employing 80 recruitment consultants across four offices in Cambridge, Peterborough and Northampton. Our specialist recruitment divisions include: Finance & Accountancy, Executive Search, HR, IT & Technology, Office Support and Technical/Engineering.
• I am part of a dedicated team of specialist IT & Technology Consultants across our 3 offices in Peterborough, Cambridge and Northampton.
• The ONE Group has an excellent reputation in delivery of excellent service and a hands on understanding of the industry. Our aim is to build honest and longstanding relationships with our clients and to deliver industry leading service.
• I specialise in recruiting:
• PHP
• Open-Source CMS / Drupal / Magento / WordPress / Etc..
• Front-End Development
• Mobile developers / App Developers
• Please feel free to contact me for a confidential conversation, whether you are a candidate or client looking for consultative advice.
• I can be contacted by mbarker@theonegroup.co.uk or 01223 237888.

Sep 2014 – Aug 2017 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Manchester Area, United Kingdom

• Premier Media (www.premier-media.co.uk) is a specialist recruitment agency focusing within the Digital, Creative, Print and Branding space.
• A Sunday Times Best 100 Company coming 13th in 2013, 6th in 2014 and 15th in 2015 – we know how to help you create a fantastic place to work.
• From our offices in Reading, London, Manchester and Birmingham we service an ever growing client base of over 48 of the top 100 NMA agencies as well as many direct clients.
• Placing both freelance and permanent hires we position ourselves in the market to ensure we know who the hottest candidates are at any given time.
• We offer our client base a tailor made service built around gaining an understanding of the culture of the organisation and realising that every company within the Media arena has different needs.
• Premier Media work with the most prestigious agencies across digital, print, integrated, ATL, BTL, experiential, branding and design, Marketing, PR & branding sectors and cover the following areas: Design, Creative and Branding , IA / UX, Technical Development, Digital Planning, Account and Project Management, Senior Appointments such as CSD’s, CEOs, MDs, BDDs, Digital Planning Directors, Strategy and much more..
• Premier Media is part of Premier Group (www.premiergroupuk.com) a company who also provide IT and Engineering recruitment services.
• For more information on what we can offer please get in touch with one of our regional offices to discuss further:
• Reading - 0118 902 8800
• London - 0207 247 5747
• Manchester - 0161 871 8811
• Birmingham - 0121 796 1888
• Website - www.premier-media.co.uk
• Email - hello@premier-media.co.uk
• LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/premier-group-recruitment
• Twitter - @premiermediarec
• Facebook - www.facebook.com\​premiergrouprecruitment

Jan 2013 – Oct 2014 · 1 yr 9 mos · Manchester Area, United Kingdom

• Founded 2013, Fight me is the first collaborative social video network. Recently acquiring £1.3 million pounds investment in addition to national media coverage from an intuitive promotional scheme using Boris Johnsons London Bicycles the application has seen rapid growth. As a Brand Ambassador I was working to promote the application through various marketing and promotional strategies to increase use and awareness of the application.

Sep 2011 – Jul 2014 · 2 yrs 10 mos · Manchester Area, United Kingdom

• Ticket Seller → Team Leader
• I landed this role the moment I started university — a perfect balance between study and the fast-paced world of student events. Beginning as a Ticket Seller, I quickly became one of the top performers, driven by energy, people skills, and a love for the buzz of live events.
• My success soon earned me leadership responsibilities, managing my own team of sellers. I oversaw ticket distribution and collection, delegated sales areas, handled cash flow and wage payments, and maintained close coordination with senior management.
• With events regularly hosting 1,500–5,000 students (and selling out weekly), precision, organisation, and clear communication were crucial — and this role sharpened all three.
• Sales → Marketing & PR
• In 2012, I expanded my role into Marketing and PR, bringing creative flair to the team. Using Adobe Fireworks CS6, I designed eye-catching flyers and posters displayed across the city to promote our flagship events.
• My dedication didn’t go unnoticed — I was selected as a Brand Ambassador for a new smartphone app project, representing the company’s innovative side and connecting the brand with students across campus.
• This experience taught me the value of leadership, creativity, adaptability, and hands-on teamwork — all within the high-energy world of live entertainment.

Jun 2008 – Sep 2012 · 4 yrs 3 mos · East Anglia

• 🎾 From Student to Coach – My Journey at Mike’s Tennis Academy
• Pupil → Player
• My journey with Mike’s Tennis Academy began on the other side of the net — as a summer camp pupil. Passion and persistence helped me rise quickly through the ranks, earning the role of Under-16s and Under-18s Team Captain.
• Beyond competition, I took charge of team management — organising match practice sessions, coordinating transport, arranging court bookings, and liaising with rival teams. It was here I first learned the power of leadership, teamwork, and precision under pressure.
• Player → Coach
• After a successful run in the academy’s competitive leagues — and helping MTA’s performance teams thrive — I was honoured with the Player of the Year award, featured in a local newspaper. Recognising my dedication, Mike himself sponsored my official tennis coaching qualification.
• From there, I transitioned from assistant to lead coach, running sessions for up to 20 students aged 4 to 60. Each group brought unique challenges, pushing me to adapt my approach and hone my communication, creativity, and motivational skills. Soon, I became one of the most requested private coaches and a performance squad coach for rising young athletes.
• Through my journey at MTA, I developed and demonstrated core skills in leadership, organisation, problem-solving, and mentorship — all while nurturing a deep love for helping others achieve their potential on and off the court.

Apr 2008 – Sep 2014 · 6 yrs 5 mos · Greater Cambridge Area

• A ‘Junction Ryder’, is a position at the Junction which is allocated to only the most trustworthy of staff. A select few gain this position which entities directly working withy tour managers and artists such as: Chase and Status, Ellie Golding, Ollie Murs, Two Door Cinema Club, James Morrision Professor Green, Ed Sheeran, Elbow etc..
• This position required high levels of communication, organisation and time management. Working with tour managers, Junction management, artists and the production team all together, this position held a great amount of responsibility..

Jun 2007 – Sep 2014 · 7 yrs 3 mos · Greater Cambridge Area

• Starting as a steward in 2009 I quickly became supervisor and had responsibility over a team of stewards. The position required dealing with customers and artists, organisation of staff into positions, and safety and security of the customer; being the definitive objective for each event.