The people behind Deerfoot, an award winning IT recruitment agency team


We support the principles of people first and importantly, diversity and inclusion.

Our cross-discipline team collaborate intelligently to produce outstanding support and results for our highly valued clients and candidates.

Mountain backdrop.
Nick Gordon
Nick Gordon
Founder / Director

Years with Deerfoot: 26+

I’ve been immersed in the UK IT / tech recruitment industry for 25+ years. I’m still very much hands-on and enjoy advising organisations with complex IT hiring needs. Ensuring Deerfoot remains fully committed to delivering an ethical service is extremely important to me. Out of work I enjoy tennis, yoga, plant-based cooking.

Marianne Sewell
Marianne Sewell
Finance & Compliance Manager

Years with Deerfoot: 19+

I have run the back office at Deerfoot for close to 20 years.  I love the role as it is varied and involves my administration and accountancy skills.  When I’m not working, I enjoy walking, cycling, sailing, and skiing.

Peter Hirst
Peter Hirst
Associate Director

Years with Deerfoot: 19+

I manage recruitment delivery across all areas of IT, in both the UK and overseas. I have young identical twin boys who tend to keep me busy. In my spare time, I enjoy playing golf, watching football, and walking my two dogs.

marie
Marie Bundy
Lead IT Recruitment Partner

Years with Deerfoot: 19+

I am a working Mum with 2 girls. I love the IT recruitment sector and always give 100% into my role and never give up when assisting clients with tricky hires. In my spare time, I enjoy watching my two daughters play football. I love forest and beach walks and holidaying to different countries with my family and dog.

Mandy Chow
Mandy Chow
Senior IT Recruitment Partner

Years with Deerfoot: 4+

With nearly two decades in the IT recruitment sector, I support clients in both the private and public sector with both permanent and contract hires. Outside of work, I’m a dedicated seasonal gardener, cultivating my own vegetables. As a sushi enthusiast, I have a love for seafood and dining out. In my spare time I enjoy a game of tennis with my family.

Jake Loynes
Jake Loynes
Senior IT Recruitment Partner

Years with Deerfoot: 2+

I'm a father of seven, avid mountaineer, and experienced skier, with a non-linear path from IT to recruitment. Guiding Deerfoot's clients, my approach blends honesty, integrity, and my passion for connecting people in the IT world.

Becky Barnard
Becky Barnard
Senior IT Recruitment Partner

Years with Deerfoot: 2+

With a solid 15 years navigating IT recruitment, I specialise in the art of matching talents to tech. When not navigating the recruitment landscape, I'm either gliding across waves on a paddleboard, pounding pavements in my running shoes, or passionately backing Arsenal. Balancing work with play keeps life exciting and the team energised!

Jakub Bakowski
Jakub Bakowski
IT Recruitment Partner

Years with Deerfoot: 4+

As an IT/tech recruiter, I enjoy connecting talent with opportunities. Beyond work, I like taking care of my cat, playing board games with friends, and reading about mythology and fantasy.

Harry Twynham
Harry Twynham
IT Resourcing Consultant

Years with Deerfoot: 2+

I have been in the IT space since the beginning of 2021 but as for a bit about me away from work… I’m a lifelong Liverpool FC supporter, I play golf with a handicap of 13 (fingers crossed I can make it to single figures soon!) and I have a soft spot for collecting Lego that has stayed with me from my childhood. I’m also attempting to write a novel in my spare time!

Ben Gordon
Ben Gordon
IT Recruitment Enablement & Delivery

Years with Deerfoot: 9+

Hi, I’m Ben and I’ve been a part of the Deerfoot family since 2015 and spend most of my time delivering tech recruitment services to a mix of corporate clients in the UK. I also help look after our website, social media platforms and marketing. I live in the scenic New Forest, and when I’m not at work you can find me out walking my dog, or on the tennis court.

Danielle Codd
Danielle Codd
IT Candidate Engagement & Marketing

Years with Deerfoot: 3+

Hi, I’m Danielle and I’ve been with Deerfoot since 2021. My role involves providing recruitment support to the team, alongside working on our marketing initiatives. Beyond work, you’ll find me playing tennis, reading a book, or working on my latest crochet project.

Luna
Luna
Chief Cuddle Officer

Years with Deerfoot: 8+

Hello, I'm Luna, the delightful addition to the Deerfoot team. Joining as a fluffy 12-week-old pup, I proudly assume the role of Chief Cuddle Officer. Whether keeping seats warm or fetching the post, I infuse the team with energy and enthusiasm. Most importantly, I offer a daily reminder that naptime is a crucial activity.

 

At Deerfoot we are a ‘climate action workforce’ which means we offset all the carbon emissions for everyone who works for the company.

Mountain backdrop.
Mandy Chow
Mandy Chow
Senior IT Recruitment Partner

We are an inclusive, tight knit team operating in a supportive environment. Being free from restrictive and aggressive 'sales' type targets/KPIs, ensures we are able to focus on delivering a quality, curated service. We have a very low staff turnover and the average tenure of a Deerfoot staff member is 9 years. As such we have depth of industry knowledge across the team. This enables us to assist with the most complex IT staffing requirements in a collaborative manner.

Exploring our thinking.
Discover our latest insights.