Darren Michaels

Consultant

Hi, I’m Darren, a Recruitment Consultant specialising in AI and data within the technology specialisms team based in the Harvey Nash London office. 

My sporting background and competitive nature fuel my determination to leave no stone unturned, always searching for the 1% margins that give my clients an edge. I connect exceptional data talent with forward-thinking businesses eager to scale in the AI and data space.

Example roles I recruit for include:

  • AI Engineer
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Data Engineer

I hold a Master’s degree in strength & conditioning from Loughborough University and previously founded my own health & fitness clinic, working with both athletes and the general population. This entrepreneurial journey taught me resilience, adaptability, and the value of building strong relationships, skills I now bring into recruitment.

Outside of work I enjoy; boxing, salsa dancing and bachata, writing poetry and watching football.

The best piece of advice I've ever been given is “when you look back on life, the only regrets you’ll truly feel are the chances you were too afraid to take.”

Latest Jobs from Darren

£55000.00 - £70000.00 per annum

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