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UK – Bet365 adds 100 extra staff in UK
By Lewis - 3 July 2018
Bet365 is to expand its Manchester office with the addition of 100 extra staff who will join the 200+ software developers and testers located at the site since its opening in 2016. Bet365’s main HQ and technology hub is in Stoke-on-Trent, with the company employing more than 4,300 people in total to service its 35 million customers worldwide.
“Manchester is a competitive marketplace. One where developers frequently move from company to company on what I call the Northern Carousel,” said Warren Hughes, head of systems development at bet365 Manchester. “Growing our team to meet the demands of the business is key but doing so in a sustainable way that ensures longevity is crucial. Certainly, we’ve enjoyed rapid growth since we came to the City two years ago but what’s equally encouraging is our ability to retain the talent we recruit.”
Mr. Hughes added that the new roles will be predominantly be focused on technology positions, but would also for the first time also include infrastructure and graduates too. “Our fast growth and the amplification of the excellent working culture established in Stoke, has delivered organic progression and enabled us to buck this trend. Growth brings opportunity and we ensure our people are clear on their career path and that we are serious about promoting from within.”
“The Manchester office was initially focused on expanding and supporting the software development function in Stoke. Due to its success, we’ve taken the decision to broaden our remit further and have now started to recruit for infrastructure positions,” he added.
