Trusted Partners in Technology & Transformation Recruitment

Over 25 years of proven success in permanent and interim hiring

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Who We Are

Experts in Fast, Focused, High-Quality Recruitment

McCabe & Barton deliver senior-level recruitment solutions for technology and transformation. With deep market expertise, rapid shortlisting, and a client-first approach, we act as a seamless extension of your team.

Founded by Gillian McCabe — who brings C-level industry experience — we’ve built a team of experienced consultants with established networks, who are experts in their fields.

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Our Story So Far

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Industries We Cover

Our clients span the industries shaping the modern economy — all united
by a focus on transformation, technology, and growth.

Financial Services

We work across buy-side and sell-side institutions, from asset and wealth managers to banks, private equity firms and FinTechs. Our experience includes front-to-back-office systems covering order management, straight-through processing (STP), and market data platforms, helping clients modernise technology, strengthen governance, and enhance client experience.

Insurance

We partner with life, general, and specialty insurers to support digital transformation, data innovation, and regulatory change. Our work spans core platform modernisation, CRM, and customer journey initiatives that improve claims handling, policy administration, and engagement across the value chain.

Legal

We help law firms and in-house legal teams evolve through technology and process improvement. Our experience covers case and document management, knowledge systems, and automation, as well as emerging AI and LegalTech solutions that streamline delivery and client service.

Consulting & Technolgy

We collaborate with management consultancies and professional services firms, providing technology and change specialists who deliver complex programmes and client-facing transformation projects, We also work with technology-led organisations — from AI providers to software vendors, infrastructure firms, and data centre operators — helping them scale through leadership, product, and transformation talent.

Our Practice Areas

Brain

Data & AI

Computer

Digital & Product

CPU

IT Architecture

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Software Engineering

Cloud

Cloud & Infrastructure

Hands

Change & Transformation

People

Leadership & C-Suite

Lock

Security, Risk & Compliance

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Sales & Presales

Testimonials

“Ben is a truly exceptional recruiter – genuine, personable, and an absolute pleasure to work with. Although I didn’t land the job in the end, I can’t emphasise enough how amazing he is. He’s a tremendous asset to his firm, and if you’re searching for your next opportunity, I highly recommend reaching out to him.”

 

Vidur P.
Head of Service Delivery

“I have worked with Gillian McCabe and McCabe & Barton for over 20 years as a client and as a candidate. and they consistently operate as a trusted partner rather than a traditional recruitment firm. Gillian keeps me up-to-date on the ever-changing market, from shifts in technology leadership capability and compensation to how peers are responding to evolving regulatory and transformation pressures. They understand that culture and aptitude are key to any hire, and they interview candidates in depth to ensure that fit. They have a deep and broad network that they mine to provide the best candidates. This, combined with a thoughtful, relationship-led approach, means McCabe & Barton add value well beyond individual hires.”

 

CIO

“Ben is an excellent recruiter. I have worked with him when looking for my next opportunity but also when in my role we needed a new staff member.

He will identify properly your skill set and make sure that you will be matched to the right opportunity. Ben will be with you through the whole process, supporting and advising on how best to succeed and achieve the role as well as ensuring the organisation is getting the best person on the market under the agreed requirements
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Micki P
Lead Project Manager

“Working as an Interim contractor CIO/CTO/IT Director for many years I have worked with a number of recruitment agents. I worked with Ben from McCabe & Barton as they put me forward for an Interim CIO role during 2019. I met Ben in their London offices and went onto secure the role. Ben is a very experienced recruiter, down to earth, easy to get on with and the ability to have open & frank conversations with him. He also puts a lot of importance on really understanding his client companies and their recruitment needs. The company I worked for already had preferred recruiters but I found the quality of candidates inconsistent, as a result of this I went onto use Ben to source candidates for my recruitment needs while interim CIO, he found great candidates, quickly and I hired from them. Highly recommend working with Ben.”

 

Micailah F.
Chief Information Officer

“Fast, reliable, and the quality was outstanding.”

 

Priya Patel
Chief Information Officer

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We Take Your Career Seriously

Our executive hires have an 85%+ retention rate after three years. Whether it’s a critical hire or a long-term project, we’re structured for speed, rigour, and precision.

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We Deliver High Performing Talent

Our candidate relationships often span entire careers. We offer pro bono coaching, re-entry support, and honest advice — not just job placements.

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