What we do

Strategic recruitment partner

At Xist4, we are dedicated to being your strategic recruitment partner and committed to addressing your organisation's talent needs. Our mission extends beyond traditional recruitment; we aim to integrate seamlessly into your talent acquisition strategy, ensuring that your team benefits from individuals who are not only highly skilled but also aligned with your organisational values and objectives.

With over two decades of experience, Xist4 has established a strong Data and Technology recruitment reputation. Our long-standing expertise in strategic talent acquisition services across Bristol, London, and throughout England and Wales is a testament to our capabilities. We specialise in filling challenging mid, senior and leadership level roles in data and technology fields often characterised by their specialised nature and complex requirements.

In addition to our core services, we focus on several key specialisms, including:

Why Choose Us?

Focused Approach: We limit our engagements to a select number of assignments at any given time. This allows us to dedicate our full attention and resources to each client, ensuring a thorough understanding of your unique challenges and the specific skills required for each role.

Employer Branding: We partner with you to ensure your organisation’s unique values and strengths are clearly communicated to potential candidates. By positioning your company as an employer of choice, we help attract exceptional talent who align with your mission and long-term goals.

Data-Driven Decision Making: Our recruitment process leverages data and insights to refine candidate searches, identify emerging trends, and optimise hiring decisions. This analytical approach ensures you connect with candidates who are not just qualified but are a perfect fit for your organisation’s strategic vision.

Innovative Sourcing Techniques: Using cutting-edge tools and methodologies, we go beyond conventional recruitment channels to identify exceptional candidates. Whether through professional headhunting, targeted outreach, or leveraging our extensive network, we ensure the best talent is within reach.

Talent Pool Development: We build and maintain robust talent pools tailored to your specific industry and hiring needs. This proactive approach allows us to deliver highly skilled candidates efficiently, reducing time-to-hire while ensuring quality and alignment with your business objectives.

Collaborative Partnership: By fostering close relationships with our clients, we refine our approach to talent management. This collaboration enables us to place ideal candidates in roles where they can thrive and make significant contributions to your organisation.

Proven Success Rate: Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 95% success rate in fulfilling job requirements. This achievement underscores our ability to connect you with the right talent.

Whether you are seeking expert Data and Technology recruitment services in Bristol and London or require a broader, strategic approach to talent acquisition across England and Wales, Xist4 is your trusted ally. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that we focus on the unique potential of each candidate, rather than fitting them into predefined cultural moulds.

Get in Touch!

If you're ready to enhance your talent acquisition strategy with a dedicated partner, contact us today. Let us assist you in finding the exceptional talent that will drive your organisation's success.

Who we work with

Business sectors

At Xist4, we take pride in our focused expertise and proven track record of delivering exceptional talent to organisations across key sectors. From innovative start-ups to established institutions undergoing significant transformation, we specialise in connecting top-tier professionals with pivotal roles in Business Intelligence, Data, and Cyber Security.

Our approach is defined not by the size of an organisation but by the significance of the roles we are entrusted to fill. Whether partnering with Fintech companies to drive innovation and enhance data-driven decision-making or supporting Cultural and Heritage Institutions in embracing digital transformation, we tailor our strategies to meet your unique business needs.

As a leading specialist Data and Technology Recruitment Agency in Bristol and London, we leverage deep industry insights and extensive networks to address the challenges and opportunities within each sector. Our commitment is to source talent that not only fits the job but serves as a catalyst for growth, adaptability, and resilience in an ever-changing landscape.

Whether your organisation operates locally or beyond, Xist4's strategic talent acquisition expertise ensures alignment with your goals, helping you secure the professionals who will lead your organisation to success.

Fintech

Technological innovation is at the core of Fintech, driving transformation and reshaping the industry in a digital-first world. There is a growing demand for leaders and specialists in business intelligence, data, and cybersecurity to develop secure, data-driven solutions that fuel growth, enhance user experiences, and maintain a competitive edge.

Cultural and Heritage Institutions

Driving digital transformation in Cultural and Heritage Institutions demands visionary data and technology professionals to safeguard legacies, enhance accessibility, and navigate the complexities of modern innovation.

Areas of expertise

Types of roles we place

At Xist4, we specialise in placing roles that drive organisational growth and innovation. Our primary focus lies in Fintech Start-ups and Scale-ups—particularly in Digital Banking & Neobanks, RegTech, InsurTech, WealthTech, and Payments—and Cultural and Heritage Institutions. However, our tailored approach and expertise enable us to deliver outstanding results across a range of sectors.

We invite you to explore the diverse positions we excel at filling, as detailed below. By connecting exceptional talent with forward-thinking organisations, Xist4 ensures recruitment partnerships that are impactful, strategic, and results-driven.

Leadership search

  • CTO - Technology
  • CIO - Information / IT Director
  • CISO - Information Security
  • CDO - Digital / Digital Information
  • CDO - Data / VP Data
  • COO - Operating / Operations Director
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Mid-Senior Level Talent Acquisition

  • Head of AI and Machine Learning
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Head of Data Science
  • Data Scientist  
  • Head of Data Engineering
  • Data Engineering Lead
  • Head of Business Intelligence
  • BI Analyst
  • Head of Analytics
  • Insights Analyst  
  • Head of IT Security
  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Head of IT
  • IT Manager
  • Data Insights Manager
  • Data Visualization Specialist
  • Customer Insights Analyst
  • Marketing Insights Manager
  • Database Administrator
  • Business Analyst
  • Data Architect
  • Quantitative Analyst
  • Systems Administrator
  • Infrastructure Engineer  
  • Computer Vision Engineer
  • Data Architect
  • NLP Engineer
  • Data Engineer
  • RPA Engineer
  • Data Analyst
  • Robotics Engineer
  • Data Product Manager
  • ETL Developer
  • Data Warehouse Architect
  • IT Security Engineer
  • Cloud Security Engineer
  • SOC Leader
  • Threat Intelligence Analyst

Recently filled roles

Data Scientist

Bristol, England

£80-85,000

BI Manager

Bristol, England (Remote)

£60-70,000

BI Consultant

London, England (Remote)

£50-60,000

Senior Data Analyst

Cardiff, South Wales

£60-70,000

Cyber Security Consultant

Bristol, England

£75-80,000

Data Analyst

London, England

£55-60,000

Marketing Insights Manager

Bath, England

£50-60,000

Principal Data Scientist

Cambridge, England

£90-95,000

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What our clients say

Testimonials

We have worked closely with Xist4 to recruit some critical technical IT Infrastructure and Development roles in a very challenging marketplace. We have been successful in now appointing all of the roles – Gozie Ezulike has provided a very professional level of service and expertise.

We have been impressed with the professionalism and service provided by Xist4 IT Recruitment over recent months, particularly their flexible approach towards solving our recruitment issues.

We are delighted with the result and our new hire and look forward to working with Xist4 again in the future.