Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Technology Recruitment Solutions
Established as a specialist in technology recruitment, we bridge the gap between skilled professionals and innovative companies. Our deep sector knowledge and extensive network enable us to deliver tailored solutions for permanent and contract roles. With a dedicated team operating across Scotland, England, Finland, and Thailand, we combine local expertise with global reach. Our agile approach ensures clients receive personalised service while benefiting from our industry-leading systems. By investing in our people and technology, we maintain a competitive edge in matching talent with opportunity. Proudly headquartered in Edinburgh, we have grown organically since our inception, driven by a commitment to simplicity, professionalism, and effectiveness.Our consultants' sector-specific expertise ensures we understand both technical requirements and organisational culture. From our Edinburgh headquarters to our Bangkok office, we maintain a one-to-one client relationship model, ensuring clarity and accountability. This approach has fostered long-term partnerships with organisations seeking to build and scale their technology teams. Our track record demonstrates that successful placements result from understanding both client needs and candidate aspirations.
Services
Tech Recruitment
Contract Staffing
Permanent Placements
Global Talent Sourcing
Sector-Specific Recruitment
Highlights and features
- We have experienced recruitment specialists with deep technology sector knowledge
- Our one-to-one client relationship model ensures dedicated support
- We combine local market expertise with global industry networks
- We invest in advanced recruitment systems for efficient matching
- Our consultants specialise in niche technology domains
Services
Tech Recruitment
Specialist technology recruitment connecting skilled professionals with innovative companies. We provide tailored solutions for permanent and contract roles across software development, infrastructure, and emerging technologies. Our consultants combine technical expertise with industry insights to match candidates with organisational needs.
Contract Staffing
Flexible contract staffing solutions for short-term technology projects. We source experienced professionals for interim assignments, offering businesses scalability while maintaining technical excellence. Our candidates possess proven track records in agile development and system integration.
Permanent Placements
Strategic permanent recruitment for technology leadership and specialist roles. We conduct thorough candidate assessments to ensure cultural fit and technical capability. Our process focuses on long-term retention and career development alignment.
Global Talent Sourcing
Cross-border talent acquisition services leveraging our international network. We identify technology professionals across multiple jurisdictions, managing relocation and compliance requirements. Our global reach extends to Europe, Asia, and the UK.
Sector-Specific Recruitment
Specialised recruitment in emerging technology domains including AI, DevOps, and cloud computing. Our consultants maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and salary benchmarks. We serve startups and established firms seeking domain experts.
People
Sam Wason
Co-founder and Joint MD
Co-founder of Cathcart Technology with extensive experience in technology recruitment. Leads strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in client relationships and candidate development.
Gordon Kaye
Co-founder and Joint MD
Co-founder instrumental in establishing Cathcart Technology's international presence. Focuses on business development and maintaining key client relationships across multiple technology sectors.
Nick Macdougall
Director
Experienced technology recruitment director managing operations in Thailand. Brings sector-specific expertise and regional market knowledge to support the company's expansion in Southeast Asia.
Lewis Paterson
Consultant
Specialist consultant focusing on DevOps and infrastructure roles. Provides market insights and recruitment strategy advice to clients across Scotland's technology sector.
Matthew Macalpine
Senior Consultant
Senior recruitment consultant with expertise in emerging technologies. Contributes industry analysis through regular thought leadership articles on technology trends and hiring practices.
Questions
What technology sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, DevOps, and emerging technologies across permanent and contract roles.
In which regions do you operate?
We operate from Edinburgh with teams in Manchester, Finland, and Thailand, covering technology roles across Europe and Southeast Asia.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our consultants conduct technical assessments, verify credentials, and evaluate cultural fit to ensure candidates meet specific role requirements.
Can you help with urgent staffing needs?
Yes, we prioritise urgent requirements through our established network of pre-vetted technology professionals available for immediate roles.
What support do you provide post-placement?
We offer ongoing support to both clients and candidates to ensure successful integration and address any post-placement requirements.
