About Gavin
Specialising in Technical Recruitment across the Thames Valley
Having worked as a Java Recruitment Specialist in the Thames Valley for almost 9 years I have established a network of like-minded individuals within the Tech space. My passion is to provide the best possible bespoke service for both my clients and candidates alike.
My role involves not only finding top talent but managing some of our largest accounts to ensure continuity across Austin Frasers brand.
As a candidate, you can expect to be presented with multiple jobs from within my portfolio meaning you will have a broad range of businesses to choose from, from SME's to bluechip business across many different industries.
My clients naturally expect to be introduced to the best talent both from passive and active job seekers. I pride myself on providing quality over quantity in the form of submitting profiles of three great people for any given role.
By operating in one specific region, I am best placed to advise on what is hot and what is not within the Java landscape in the Thames Valley including hiring trends and patterns that you need to be aware of in order to stay ahead of your competitors.
I am a big rugby fan (Welsh of course) and also enjoy getting involved with the tech landscape attending various communities including Leaders in Tech. When I am not doing that my time is spent with my family and my 9 month old Cockapoo Beau.
Recently found a love for wine feel free to add me on Vivino: Gav Stephens
Awards: Austin Fraser UK OVERALL TOP BILLER 2018 & 2019
Gavin's jobs
Gavin Stephens
3 days agoSenior Java Developer - Reading - £80K
Oxford
Up to £80000.00 per annum + Benefits and package
Senior Java Developer - Reading - £80K Are you a Java Developer wanting to work in an innovative high growth FinTech company? Austin Fraser is representing a leading fintech business that has, for the past 4 years, ex...
Gavin Stephens
3 days agoSenior Java Developer - Oxford - £80K
Oxford
Up to £80000.00 per annum + Benefits and package
Senior Java Developer - Oxford - £80K Are you a Java Developer wanting to work in an innovative high growth FinTech company? Austin Fraser is representing a leading fin tech business who have, for the past 4 years, ex...
Gavin Stephens
4 days agoSenior Java Developer - Reading - Leading technology
Reading
£75000.00 - £80000.00 per annum + Benefits
Senior Java Developer - Reading - Leading technology Are you a Java Developer wanting to work with the latest tech in a partnership with one of the world's biggest brands? Austin Fraser is representing an Reading base...
Gavin Stephens
12 days agoSenior Java Developer - Fleet - £85K - Remote onboarding
Fleet
£80000.00 - £85000.00 per annum + Benefits
Senior Java Developer - Fleet - £85K - Remote onboarding Austin Fraser is excited to be representing a software business that has development at its core. It's top priority is about doing things in the right way. In t...
Gavin Stephens
18 days agoSenior Java Developer - Wokingham - Remote working - £75K
Wokingham
Up to £75000.00 per annum + 10% bonus and benefits
Senior Java Developer - Wokingham - Remote working - £75K Austin Fraser is representing an ambitious software business that provides technology to the medical industry. You will work on projects that integrate real-ti...
Gavin Stephens
18 days agoSenior Java Developer - Reading - Leading technology
Reading
£75000.00 - £80000.00 per annum + Benefits
Senior Java Developer - Reading - Leading technology Are you a Java Developer wanting to work with the latest tech in a partnership with one of the world's biggest brands? Austin Fraser is representing an Reading base...
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Working with Gavin
Gavin is now my first point of call for any new role requirements in my teams. He is a trusted individual who has earnt my custom through results. Gavin's first engagement with Virgin was back in early 2012 to help me build a growing org. Close to 80% of roles filled have been filled by Gavin. Where other agents lost interest in our high criteria for new recruits, Gavin has kept close to the roles and found the high calibre individuals we've been seeking.
Director, Development
Virgin MediaI have worked with Gavin at Nominet for just under two years as one of our PSL partners. He has worked hard to build a great relationship with me, my team and Nominet. His team have been one of our top performing PSL agencies and he is always happy to provide insightful market data which helps me set expectations with my manager community. Gavin has extensive knowledge of the java developer community and this is clear by his network and excellent candidates that he submits. I really enjoy working with Gavin and see him as a credible and professional consultant. It is nice to work with someone who is honest, will give you good insight and advice to help secure talent.
HR Business Partner
NominetI approached Gavin after being referred by one of his colleagues, and since the first email he's been superb. His attitude to finding a role for me was the most important factor, as he took his time to work out what I wanted and more critically, what I didn't want. We spent time talking in person and on the phone as necessary to ensure I had the best chance of getting the role, and he demonstrated patience, understanding, and isn't afraid to push if he thinks you'll fit in a role.I'd strongly recommend Gavin if you're a Java bod, and I'll work with him again should I look for another role in the future.
Java Developer
Realistic GamesGavin contacted me via LinkedIn about some opportunities. From our first conversation it was obvious that Gavin is a good listener. Gavin ensured that I had all the details I needed about the interviews and was always swift to follow up with me after the interview. He was responsive to any questions I had and maintained his enthusiasm throughout the fairly long process to get an offer that suited my needs as a working parent. I would recommend Gavin as an agent to anyone looking for work in this area.
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