About Standard 8
Our Mission is to help businesses and professionals thrive with flexible and tailored talent solutions that drive growth.
Standard 8 is a specialist IT and digital recruitment agency connecting skilled professionals with UK employers across software, digital, fintech, public sector, defence and aerospace industries.
Founded by Brian Pyle, who brings 16 years of industry experience, we help businesses bridge skills gaps and support long-term success for both clients and candidates.
From our UK-focused operations, we combine deep sector knowledge, niche talent pools, and technology-driven sourcing to deliver fast, flexible, and compliant recruitment solutions. Our team works closely with clients and candidates alike to ensure the right match every time.
We are committed to ethical recruitment, transparency, and building lasting partnerships. By blending permanent and contract hiring solutions, we provide the speed, insight, and adaptability modern tech businesses need to thrive.
Areas we cover:
- Thames Valley & Home Counties
- London
- Midlands
- South West
- North West
- North East
Our Services
We offer a range of recruitment and talent solutions designed to meet the needs of modern IT and digital businesses:
- Permanent Placements – sourcing long-term hires with reduced fees for exclusive roles
- Contract Staffing – rapid deployment of skilled contractors with weekly payroll and flexible terms
- Pay-As-You-Go Temp-to-Perm – test talent on contract before making permanent hires
- Future Talent Programme – graduate placement scheme to nurture the next generation of tech professionals
- Market Insight Reports – providing up-to-date trends, salary benchmarking, and sector intelligence
- Career and CV Advice – helping candidates present their skills authentically and stand out
- Candidate Referral Programmes – reward and engage your network while finding top talent
We focus on connecting the right people with the right opportunities, making the process smooth, smart, and effective.
Our Core Values
At Standard 8, everything we do is guided by our core values:
Trust and reputation earned through consistent results
Specialist focus in areas where we deliver best
Smart use of tools and networks for efficient sourcing
Ethical compliance to minimise risk
Our Team
Meet the people behind Standard 8, combining deep industry knowledge, specialist expertise, and technology-driven sourcing to connect the right talent with the right opportunities.