Dan Newton

Business Manager – Data Practice 

As the Director of Technology recruitment for Acorn by Synergie, James brings 16 years of experience in finding and placing the best talent in the technology sector. He has a proven track record of delivering successful projects in various domains, such as Oracle / Peoplesoft, Cyber Security and AI.
James is Prince II certified and have also demonstrated leadership and management skills by building and running high-performing recruitment teams from scratch. James current role at Synergie involves setting up a new, global technology division that focuses on the emerging fields of AI, Automation, Cyber and Data. His is passionate about connecting people with opportunities and helping them achieve their career goals

James Thompson

Director of Global Technology

Kieron has been in the tech space for almost 2 years. He specialises in recruiting top-tier talent in the realms of AI, automation, and cybersecurity. Kieron's passion for technology and innovation has led him to become an adept matchmaker, connecting exceptional professionals with a wide range of exciting opportunities, from roles in Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to the intricacies of PEGA systems.
His approach to recruitment is anchored in two key principles: confidence and reliability. As a confident communicator, Kieron thrives in the fast-paced, ever-evolving tech landscape. He approachs each interaction and engagement with a sense of assurance, not just in his abilities, but also in his commitment to the candidates he serves.
Kieron has had the privilege of filling numerous pivotal roles with the right candidates who have gone on to make significant contributions to their respective organisations. Witnessing their success is not just fulfilling; it's a testament to his commitment to ensuring that every placement is a win-win for both the candidate and the company.

Kieron McKeown

Business Consultant

Kristian has a wealth of recruitment experience and has a strong track record of matching the perfect candidates with his clients. Before joining S&amp;You, he spent 15 years working at some of London&rsquo;s most respected recruitment agencies. Throughout his career, he has worked in RPO, Executive Search and has run a successful permanent recruitment desk with a focus on placing office support staff into global companies. After a short stint placing executives across the communications and technology markets, he has since moved back to Wales where he now focuses on building strong partnerships and finding exceptional talent for our most senior positions.

Kristian Kurbalija

Senior Consultant

Luke has been with our specialist team since 2018 and is responsible for many of the success stories across our executive and board recruitment portfolio. He's a secondary Welsh speaker from North Wales with Swedish heritage and initially came from a finance recruiting background before being asked to lead on our retained solutions. He has extensive experience of operating across the UK and especially in housing, sport and third sectors. He's been a member of Acorn's own internal EDI committee since 2020 and has also championed numerous EDI initiatives externally.

Luke Robért

Principal Consultant 

A qualified solicitor, Lynette started her career in response to a legal challenge from a former employee when she previously worked as a veterinary nurse and owned a veterinary practice, and went on to become a barrister working within the UK legal and charitable sectors. Lyn is operational across the UK, partnering with exceptional candidates and high growth clients, and Lyn applies the breadth of her legal expertise and market knowledge to ensure unique matches are made that encourage both individuals and companies to flourish.

Lynette Chandler

22 Years of Sales and Development experience within the Technology Staffing and Automation Industries
As one of the Co-Directors responsible for the Technology Practice of S&amp;You Globally, Mark is responsible for customer ecosystem growth and the strategic vision of the Technology practice. Our focus is to enable AI &amp; Automation into the modern workplace and we work with partners and a vast network of talent to enrich the way in which fast moving technology is delivered into an extensive client portfolio.
Mark has experience in working within organisations such as Adecco Professional Staffing and Hays Technology along with boutique Technology recruiters and Automation Consultancy. His skillset includes &ndash; client development, team growth, workforce engagement solutions, training and development and PL management. Excellent leadership skills and work with customers from a board level down. Mark's target is to build a robust, industry leading, global Technology offering for S&amp;You Globally that will execute solutions based on quality, engagement and at pace.

Mark Standen

With over 15 years&rsquo; experience in the Recruitment industry Paul has worked for Agency, in Managed Service, and In-House. Paul has a breadth of commercial recruitment experience and is equally as adept at managing a single vacancy, an Executive project, or a volume recruitment campaign. Paul likes to roll up his sleeves, still getting involved in day to day recruitment, whilst also supporting his team of Consultants reach their maximum potential. Paul&rsquo;s team covers Professional and Executive Commercial, Legal, and Finance &amp; Accountancy positions.

Consultants

Dan Newton

Business Manager – Data Practice

James Thompson

Director of Global Technology

Kieron McKeown

Business Consultant

Kristian Kurbalija

Senior Consultant

Luke Robért

Principal Consultant

Lynette Chandler

Senior Consultant

Mark Standen

Director of Global Technology

Paul Anscombe

Operations Manager