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There are few agencies where one thinks "why aren't they all like that?" You can bet your hat I'd use the The Difference Engine service over and over again.

Kofi, C# Authority, LONDON, UK | BANKING

Provided extensive additional information and industry insight.

Ana, Data Services Specialist, CITY OF LONDON, UK | INVESTMENT BANKING

I was so impressed with the level of knowledge the firm had in my technology space.

Tharmini, Software Test Developer, HOME COUNTIES, UK | SERVICES INDUSTRY

They seemed to really understand who I was and what I was looking for in my next job - a refreshing change from the usual recruitment experience.

Gareth, Test Analyst, SURREY, UK | AUTOMOTIVE

The Difference Engine were an oasis of calm in what was potentially a very stressful time for me.

Seema, OO Developer, LONDON, UK | INVESTMENT BANKING

An expert understanding of the IT industry

Graham, Business Analyst, SURREY, UK | SERVICES INDUSTRY

I've never before come across this level of personal service from a recruitment consultant. I was coached every step of the way.

Carl, UX Designer, LONDON, UK | INVESTMENT BANKING

They are true professionals who know what they are doing.

Alex, UX Designer, CITY OF LONDON, UK | BANKING

An amazing positive experience. I would definitely recommend The Difference Engine!

Sandra, Developer, NEW YORK, USA | FINTECH

Friendlier and more personal than most agencies - none of the typical reading from a script. Excellent service.

Mo, Software Developer, LONDON, UK | INVESTMENT BANKING

Very helpful and supportive throughout the process. What impressed me the most is that they have really taken the time to understand what I do and provide me with insightful feedback, which really sets them apart from their peers. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for a career change.

Cannis, Knowledge Engineer, LONDON, UK | FINTECH FIRM

We feel genuinely valued and cared for as a unique customer at all times.

Okan, IT Manager, LONDON, UK | UNIVERSITY OF LONDON

They understood our diversity initiatives in sourcing the best candidates.

Leigh, HR Director, HOME COUNTIES, UK | AUTOMOTIVE

It's great to have found an agency who offer flexibility, value for money and who don't bombard you with CV's that just don't fit the bill!

Harminder, IT Manager, SURREY, UK | PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

I would absolutely recommend that you use The Difference Engine, because when a firm is invested in your personal success it makes a difference.

Trishna, Product Developer, NEW YORK, USA | FINANCIAL SERVICES

[You] not only get top class service, but also get access to industry intelligence, flexibility in outlook and a highly skilled delivery team.

Mayank, Director, LEICESTER, UK | MSDUK

I very much value the fact that the partnership is actually a friendship where trusting each other has long been a given.

John, Global IT Director, ST LOUIS, USA | AUTOMOTIVE

Testimonials

There are few agencies where one thinks “why aren’t they all like that?” You can bet your hat I’d use the The Difference Engine service over and over again.

Kofi, C# Authority, LONDON, UK | BANKING

Provided extensive additional information and industry insight.

Ana, Data Services Specialist, CITY OF LONDON, UK | INVESTMENT BANKING

I was so impressed with the level of knowledge the firm had in my technology space.

Tharmini, Software Test Developer, HOME COUNTIES, UK | SERVICES INDUSTRY

They seemed to really understand who I was and what I was looking for in my next job – a refreshing change from the usual recruitment experience.

Gareth, Test Analyst, SURREY, UK | AUTOMOTIVE

The Difference Engine were an oasis of calm in what was potentially a very stressful time for me.

Seema, OO Developer, LONDON, UK | INVESTMENT BANKING

An expert understanding of the IT industry

Graham, Business Analyst, SURREY, UK | SERVICES INDUSTRY

I’ve never before come across this level of personal service from a recruitment consultant. I was coached every step of the way.

Carl, UX Designer, LONDON, UK | INVESTMENT BANKING

They are true professionals who know what they are doing.

Alex, UX Designer, CITY OF LONDON, UK | BANKING

An amazing positive experience. I would definitely recommend The Difference Engine!

Sandra, Developer, NEW YORK, USA | FINTECH

Friendlier and more personal than most agencies – none of the typical reading from a script. Excellent service.

Mo, Software Developer, LONDON, UK | INVESTMENT BANKING

Very helpful and supportive throughout the process. What impressed me the most is that they have really taken the time to understand what I do and provide me with insightful feedback, which really sets them apart from their peers. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for a career change.

Cannis, Knowledge Engineer, LONDON, UK | FINTECH FIRM

We feel genuinely valued and cared for as a unique customer at all times.

Okan, IT Manager, LONDON, UK | UNIVERSITY OF LONDON

They understood our diversity initiatives in sourcing the best candidates.

Leigh, HR Director, HOME COUNTIES, UK | AUTOMOTIVE

It’s great to have found an agency who offer flexibility, value for money and who don’t bombard you with CV’s that just don’t fit the bill!

Harminder, IT Manager, SURREY, UK | PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

I would absolutely recommend that you use The Difference Engine, because when a firm is invested in your personal success it makes a difference.

Trishna, Product Developer, NEW YORK, USA | FINANCIAL SERVICES

[You] not only get top class service, but also get access to industry intelligence, flexibility in outlook and a highly skilled delivery team.

Mayank, Director, LEICESTER, UK | MSDUK

I very much value the fact that the partnership is actually a friendship where trusting each other has long been a given.

John, Global IT Director, ST LOUIS, USA | AUTOMOTIVE

A Few of Our Success Stories

DROIT

FinTech

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Founded in 2012, Droit builds mission-critical, breakthrough products to advance global regulatory compliance and real-time controls for many of the largest financial institutions. We’ve had…

DiffBlue

Using AI to automate software testing

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Our relationship with Diffblue started in early 2019 when they were looking for their new VP of Engineering. Helping the team find Andy, their new…

Enterprise Rent-a-Car

Mobility Services

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Headquartered in St. Louis MO, Enterprise Rent-a-Car was founded by Jack Taylor in 1957 and has gone on to become a global household name for…

Entegral

Insurance Technology

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Entegral is a subsidiary of Enterprise Holdings, created in 2017 to provide an integrated software platform assisting insurance providers, bodyshops and other industry professionals to…

Eigen

FinTech

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Eigen Technologies was founded in 2015 in the UK by Lewis Liu and Jonathan Feuer, selling a no-code AI platform that enables organisations to process…

Insights

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Navigating the Paradox: The Decline in IT Software Testing Roles Amidst AI Acceleration

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Fireside chat with Eric Collins

Fireside chat with Eric Collins

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Do we need to be scared of Artificial Intelligence?

Do we need to be scared of Artificial Intelligence?

Is a future with AI in it really as bleak and dangerous as it seems, or is there a way for us to continue to invest in AI that could benefit us all?

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