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Bias in AI doesn’t just come from the data. It comes from the teams behind it. Homogenous AI teams risk building blind spots straight into their models.  Those blind spots aren’t just ethical issues, they’re commercial risks. In our latest blog, Tom Brammer, Senior Manager on Harnham’s US AI & ML team, shares why diversity is the single most important factor in building AI teams that innovate, perform, and scale responsibly. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/euF8HKXX #AIHiring #DiversityInTech #DataAndAI #Harnham

There’s a real shift in how businesses think about hiring in the North. In the latest Northern Data & Tech Market Update, Jamie Smith highlights that employers are prioritising hybrid profiles. These are people who can bridge engineering and analytics, and turn data into decisions at speed. For employers, this means hiring strategies are evolving into streamlined processes, flexible working models, and a sharper focus on value delivery. For candidates, it’s an opportunity to stand out by connecting technical skills with commercial impact. Read the full report to get ahead: https://lnkd.in/eMynNgYz #DataAndAI #HiringTrends #Harnham #NorthernTech #DataJobs

We’ve reached 1,000,000 followers! 🎉 From our very first placement back in 2006 to 15,000+ careers launched and now a global community of over one million people on LinkedIn. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the journey: → Our incredible candidates and clients who trust us with their careers and teams → Our people, past and present, who’ve built Harnham into the global leader in Data & AI recruitment → And our growing community here, for sharing, engaging, and shaping the future of this industry with us Here’s to the next million. 🥂 #Harnham #1MillionFollowers #DataAndAI #ThankYou

Ever wondered what it’s like to join Harnham? In this video, Kyle Arriola shares his first impressions and what made the onboarding experience stand out from day one. If you’d like to experience life at Harnham for yourself, reach out to our Internal Recruitment team John Brown and Alex Wiffin for a confidential chat. You can also explore all our open roles across the US here: https://lnkd.in/eq3qRPzG #Harnham #RecruitmentCareers #DataAndAI

AI may be everywhere in 2025, but maturity is rare. McKinsey reports only 1% of companies believe they’ve reached it. That gap is driving more US businesses to turn to AI contractors. From LLM engineers to GenAI product owners, contractors allow companies to: ✔ Move fast without bloating headcount ✔ Plug niche skill gaps ✔ Deliver ROI under tight timelines In our latest blog, we explore the pressure investors are putting on leadership, and what hiring leaders should do now. Read the full piece: https://lnkd.in/exvw27ss #AIHiring #Contractors #DataAndAI #Harnham #AILeadership

Our USA team is growing. 🇺🇸 We’re hiring across all of our US offices and want to hear from experienced recruiters ready to join a global leader in Data & AI recruitment. Explore our open roles via the careers page below or, if you’d prefer a confidential chat about what a move to Harnham could look like, reach out to our Internal Recruitment team: John Brown and Alex Wiffin. View current opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/ecMp9Yjt #Harnham #RecruitmentCareers #DataAndAI

When companies talk about AI automation, the focus often jumps straight to job replacement. But the real impact usually comes from something simpler: making existing work faster, easier, and more effective. From internal processes to industry-specific applications, we’re seeing businesses get the best results when they use AI to free up people’s time and sharpen decision-making. In our AI Hiring Guide, we break down where to start, which roles to bring in, and how to make sure automation delivers real business value. Download here: https://lnkd.in/eyqZ_5XP #AIHiring #DataAndAI #Automation #Harnham

Where is Generative AI really heading? In this episode of the Data & AI Podcast, Jayme Oshaben chats with Ashish B., founder of StarSpark.AI and former Google leader, about what it takes to move GenAI from promising demo to production reality. They dive into: - Why scaling GenAI demands stronger engineering, cleaner data & product focus - The shift from virtual AI experiments to real-world robotics - How affordable, personalized AI tutors could transform education - The skills advantage: pairing technical depth with communication & product sense 🎧 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dfnvSG9z Also available on Spotify, YouTube and Podbean. #DataAndAIPodcast #Harnham #GenerativeAI #AI

What does success look like? It’s a question every data leader asks. As Waseem Ali (CEO, Rockborne) and Dave Farmer (CEO, Harnham) explain, success for our clients is confidence and simplicity.  It’s having one partner able to cover the full spectrum of data and AI talent, allowing leaders to reduce the complexity of juggling multiple suppliers and focus on building capability that lasts. ✔ Attracting and hiring permanent talent ✔ Deploying consultants and interim specialists ✔ Upskilling existing teams with training and literacy programmes ✔ Advising on data, AI, and talent strategy Want to see what success would look like for your team? Get in touch. https://lnkd.in/eAeviCgZ #DataAndAI #AttractTrainDeploy #Harnham #Rockborne #AIHiring

Our data shows 61% of professionals say they already use AI in their role, but only 37% of companies have a formal AI policy. So the real question isn’t just are you AI ready… it’s where should your company focus first? Getting this right can mean stronger outcomes, lower costs, and a more efficient workforce. Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments. Explore case studies and practical steps in our AI Hiring Guide: https://lnkd.in/eyqZ_5XP #AIHiring #DataAndAI #AIReadiness #Harnham