About Us

Specialist recruitment. Personal service. Since 1997.

Open Spaces brings organisations and specialist professionals together. Established in 1997, we provide permanent recruitment, contract resourcing and consultancy services across the UK and internationally.

We work with public and private sector organisations across information technology, GIS, IT service management and enterprise asset management. Our approach starts with understanding the people involved: what employers need to achieve and what candidates want from their next role.

Expertise that makes a difference

Specialist recruitment takes more than matching a job title to a CV. Technical knowledge, sector experience and an understanding of the role all matter. We take time to discuss these details so we can make relevant introductions.

Our work covers technical, consultancy, delivery and leadership positions, supporting established systems as well as evolving technologies.

Information technology: software, infrastructure, architecture, project management and business change.
GIS and geospatial: geographical information systems, Local Land and Property Gazetteer (LLPG) and Land Charges expertise.
IT service management: professionals who design, implement, manage and support IT services.
Enterprise asset management: solution architects, functional specialists and technical consultants.

Flexible support for your recruitment needs

Whether you need a permanent team member, expertise for a project or support with a wider resourcing requirement, we can discuss an approach that fits.

Permanent recruitment: finding people with the skills and experience to contribute to your organisation over the long term.
Contract and interim resourcing: sourcing specialist expertise for projects, change programmes and temporary requirements.
Executive search and selection: supporting appointments to senior and leadership positions.
Resource management: helping organisations plan and meet their staffing requirements.
Specialist consultancy: providing access to strategic and technical expertise, including GIS and geospatial consultancy.

What you can expect from us

A personal conversation: we listen to your requirements, priorities and expectations before discussing options.
Relevant introductions: we consider technical skills, sector experience and the responsibilities of the role.
Clear communication: we discuss opportunities with candidates before submitting their details.
Candidate permission: we obtain permission before putting a candidate’s CV forward for a position.
Ongoing relationships: we aim to remain a useful recruitment partner as teams and careers develop.

For employers

Tell us about your organisation, the expertise you need and your hiring timescale. We can support a single specialist appointment or discuss a broader recruitment requirement.

You do not need a finished job specification to get started. A conversation about what you need to achieve is a useful first step.

Discuss your hiring needs

For candidates

Your next move should reflect your experience, priorities and ambitions. Whether you are looking for a permanent role or your next contract, tell us about your skills, preferred locations and the work you want to do.

Browse our UK vacancies and EU vacancies, or register your CV so we can consider your experience for relevant opportunities.

Professional and ethical recruitment

We are committed to treating clients and candidates respectfully, communicating honestly and maintaining professional standards throughout the recruitment process.

Open Spaces is a member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) and upholds its Code of Professional Practice.

View our REC member directory listing.

Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and handle personal information.

Speak to our team

Looking for specialist talent or considering your next career move? Call +44 (0)1932 562900 or send us a message.