In this special season finale of the Life at Leyton Podcast, host Sarah Glanville is joined by Liam Keep and Will Kendrick from the Stepstone Group (previously known as TotalJobs), the UK’s largest hiring platform. Together, they explore Leyton’s unique approach to culture and employee engagement, discuss key trends shaping the future of work, and share insights into what candidates value most in today’s job market. Tune in for an engaging conversation on talent retention, purpose-driven work, and how Leyton is staying ahead of the curve in building a standout employee experience.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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This episode dives into Leyton UK's Movember initiatives, focusing on the inspiring run clubs set up by Jamie and Ciaran. These clubs are about more than just fitness—they’re creating a space to break down stigmas around mental health, foster honest conversations about wellbeing, and build a supportive community.

Join us as Jamie and Ciaran share their passion for running, their motivations for supporting Movember, and their commitment to making mental health a priority at Leyton UK.

So grab a coffee, get comfortable, and be inspired by the incredible people who make up the Leyton UK team.

Tune in now!

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

Here at Leyton UK, we know our people are more than just their job. The careers of our people are part of their unique lives, and who they are as a whole person is what fundamentally contributes to their success & the success of our business.

In the podcast we will spend time with one of our exceptional people from across the business, and in each episode we will look to explore the people behind their job titles, the unique and brilliant stories that make them who they are.

Today’s episode wraps up season 1 of the Life at Leyton podcast. It’s hard to believe we have been dropping episodes every few weeks since the start of the year, and the podcast has evolved throughout its 16 episodes into something pretty unique and special in the business podcasting space.

For todays conversation it only felt right to bring my fellow Talent Acquisition team members onto the podcast to chat through what this year has been for them, the talk about our achievements and looking forward into 2024. What you will hear in todays episode is a real insight into the small but mighty team that has collectively sought, engaged and secured 106 people to join Leyton UK in the last 12 months.

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

In todays episode I welcome James Marden, our Northern Sales Director onto the podcast to talk about a very meaningful topic - social mobility. Jimmy has incredible insight into the importance of seeking out and welcoming in talent from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and the positive impact of hiring this way on not only for businesses but also individual people and their families. Jimmy worked within Welfare to Work before joining Leyton and this experience has hugely impacted his understanding of social mobility and has instilled within him, a passion for championing social mobility whilst hiring at leyton.

This is a very interesting conversation about a topic that can be complicated, but Jimmy does a great job of offering practical advice to both employers and job seekers.

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. 

Todays podcast episode is a special one. This was the only way we could think to end a month that has celebrated starting conversations about men's mental & physical health. In Episode 15 I host a Panel Interview with 5 of our male colleagues from across Leyton UK, discussing what Movember means to them, why its so important to see the business take part in Movember, how my guests handle working in a high performing culture and what advice they each have for men who are struggling.

A huge thank you from me and the team for each of our panel guests participation - Jack Hankey, Sam Coleman, Luwis Gunarathne, Steve Goss & Jacob Davies. It is a brave step to talk openly in this format, especially about a topic like men's mental & physical wellbeing. I am sure the content in this podcast will reach men who need it and that is a really special thing.

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.


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If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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In episode 13 I stole some time with Rebecca Fry, Associate Director of our Consulting team in Bristol. Our conversation in this episode is in two halves and I am really grateful for Rebecca’s openness to discuss both topics in this podcast.

15 months ago Rebecca joined Leyton UK from a direct competitor and we start todays conversation exploring her perspective on this move and its impact on her career. In the second half of the podcast we pivot to talk about the great news of Rebecca’s pregnancy, Leyton UKs enhanced family friendly policies and the additional support she has been offered by people in the business at all levels.

Thank you Rebecca for joining me for this conversation and talking so openly, there is so much value in this episode thanks to your willingness to talk openly about your own story.

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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In episode 12 I sat down with Claudia Grant of our Talent Development team to talk about her decision to completely change the direction of her career after redundancy.

Claudia returned to full time education as a mature student, and today she talks about her experience, the challenges and learnings, and ultimately the positive impact this has had on her career. My favourite take away from Claudia’s story is how she really turned the uncertainty and disruption of redundancy into positive action that has given her, purpose & joy in her work. Her story is one of resilience, introspection and self development.

Thank you Claudia for joining me for this conversation, I feel your words of wisdom will be a great resource for anyone considering pivoting their career.

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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In Episode 11 we have a long overdue conversation with our Head of Consulting - Elena Karadzhova.

When Elena joined Leyton UK over five years ago the Consulting team looked very different than it does today. It looked like many teams within STEM & Financial Services - predominantly men. Since then Elena has been part of a movement within the business, influencing change, championing diversity & equal opportunity, and today the consulting team looks very different - boasting a 60/40 split in favour of women. She now Heads up Consulting here in the UK and in Morocco, and is surrounded by a balance of women & men on our Senior Leadership team.

Todays podcast reflects on Elena’s journey here at Leyton, her perspective as a female Senior Leader & an honest conversation about what we need to do to empower women across the business & to encourage more women to join Leyton UK.

This wasn’t an easy conversation to have, it challenged Elena to be honest about where we can do more. I cant thank her enough for her time, honesty and candor.

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

In episode 10 I had a lovely chat with Jeffrey Williams-Eden, one of our Business Development Managers in Manchester.

Jeffrey & his family moved to the UK at the beginning of the year, after he was awarded a Global Talent Visa for Exceptional Talent by the British Government. In todays episode we discuss Jeffrey's journey to join us here at Leyton UK, and explore why he chose to work for us and his thoughts on diversity in the workplace.

Thank you Jeffry for sharing your perspective & insights. This conversation celebrates the affect we can have as an employer when we value peoples differences and give them space to truly be themselves.

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

In Episode 9 I got the chance to sit down with our very own Head of Sales Development - Jack Hankey.

Jack leads our Sales Development teams here at Leyton UK and in Morocco, and from the day I met Jack he has spoken passionately about Coaching Culture and the value of investing in his peoples development. When I heard about how coaching has featured throughout different times in his life, and how he has refined his own coaching skillset it was clear we needed to have him on the podcast to talk about that journey and how it has benefited his teams.

I will let Jack tell you about his story in his own words, but what you’ll hear from him is the real impact of a life being coached & how that results in the need to pay that back to others.

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

In todays Episode we talk to the wonderful Greg Greenaway, who leads one of our Business Development teams in Manchester. Greg is one of our colleagues who come from a military background, and we thought that recording & releasing this episode around Armed Forces Day was a great way to show our support to the men & women who make up the Armed Forces community.

Greg and I discuss his experience leaving the military and moving into a career in sales. We talk about how his military background has been integral to his success throughout his sales career, and what an asset ex-military colleagues can be to employers thanks to the skillset & values the develop throughout their time in service.

This was a really enlightening conversation, both for those who are thinking about what is next after military life, and for those of us who dont have this experience to better understand how we can support our ex-military colleague & employees. Thank you Greg for your honesty.

And thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

This episode is a special one. Here we celebrate Pride Month by having a fantastic conversation with Maria Kowal.

Maria is one of our brilliant Technical Consultants here in Glasgow, and she agreed to sit down and share her experience as part of the LGBTQIA+ community and what that means for her here at Leyton UK.

This is an open, transparent and enlightening conversation. I hope for those of you in the queer community, walk away from todays episode feeling seen, heard, valued & that you belong here at Leyton UK. And I hope for those listeners who are allies of the community, today you have a better understanding of what we can do to support our peers & keep progressing forward for a more equitable world. 

Happy Pride Month to you all.

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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In this episode, we sit down with one of our EXO26 Outstanding Operations Performance Award Winners, Claudia Grant, to explore her journey and the key factors that have contributed to her success. Claudia shares insights into the essential skills and qualities that have helped her add value and make an impact leading learning and development for our Consulting teams across the UK. 

We also dive into Leyton’s robust coaching and development programme, discussing how it has supported professional growth and provided impactful experiences. Whether you're starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, Claudia offers valuable advice on making the most of opportunities and making an impact in a people/operations/support role within a business. 

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

In Episode 6 I had the loveliest chat with the wonderful Zac Crossland, our Head of Energy here at Leyton UK.

Zac leads our Energy team, making an incredible difference for businesses across the UK by helping them to reduce the rising cost of energy and to become more sustainable for the future. Our chat today however, was focused on Zac’s recent achievements on the road - completing the impressive Brighton & London Marathons back to back, raising money for Mosaic Clubhouse a mental health charity for young people in Lambeth.

Zac talks about the work that goes into being capable to distance run, and how that transfers into his work at Leyton UK and other areas of his life.

This is a brilliant episode, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville - Talent Engagement Specialist, as your host.

In episode 5 I had the delight of chatting with Dr Jessica McGlynn - one of our exceptional Senior Technical Consultants here at Leyton UK.

Jess is a Doctor of Chemistry and she joined our Science team in October 2020. In todays episode we discuss that very real and daunting question of - what is next?! after graduating but not quite knowing what the future will look like. Jess talks openly about the realities of tackling that question, and wants to highlight the alternative career path here at Leyton for those who are looking for a scientific or technical job outside of a lab or industry.

This is a very honest and real conversation about what stepping out of education and into the world of work can feel like!

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

In episode 4 I spent an afternoon with the one and only Joshua Felton - Talent Development Manager here at Leyton UK.

In todays episode Josh and I will discuss his life at Leyton since he joined, and the incredible work that he does to develop our Sales teams & Leadership across the business. We have a brilliant, open & honest conversation about why developing our people is integral to the success of Leyton, and about what it really means to Josh to be able to work in such an impactful job. This is a very transparent and open conversation about what professional & personal development at Leyton looks like!

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

In Episode 3 I stole some time with the incredible Oliver Ivey - one of our most accomplished Business Development Managers, who left Leyton UK 6 months ago to transfer to our newly opened Vancouver office in Canada.

Today Oliver and I will discuss his life at Leyton over the past 6 years, and how he has built a life across the Atlantic in Vancouver. We dive into his experience relocating with Leyton, and the reality of what its like to apply his coveted sales skillset in a completely different market. I cant tell you how much I enjoyed talking to Ollie in todays episode. This is a very real and aspirational conversation about what international mobility is available at Leyton!

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville - Talent Engagement Specialist, as your host. 

In todays episode, our first full episode, I got to spend the afternoon with the wonderful Sarah Anderson - our Senior Strategic Partnerships Manager at Leyton UK.

Today Sarah and I will discuss her life as a Working Parent, which is reflective of the story of a lot of our people here at Leyton. We explore her experience returning to work after maternity leave and the support & flexibility she needed and still needs to succeed at work. There are some absolute gems in todays episode, Sarah has been her honest and hilarious self. This is a real conversation about what life as a working parent looks like!

So thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
Empower your Future at Leyton UK!

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to the Leyton UK: Life at Leyton Podcast. 
With me, Sarah Glanville - Talent Engagement Specialist, as your host. 

In todays episode we are launching the podcast, and I thought the perfect place to start would be with the Head of Talent Acquisition at Leyton UK Nicola Plenderleith. 

Today Nicola and I will discuss the why behind the podcast, and the exciting mission we are on within the TA Team to bring the very best people to Leyton in the future. 

Thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a cuppa and get ready to be inspired by the humans that are Leyton UK. 

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
Empower your Future at Leyton UK!

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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In this episode, we sit down with our EXO26 Sales Annual Award Winners to explore their journeys and the key factors that have contributed to their success. Our panel share insights into the essential skills and qualities that have helped them thrive in the competitive world of sales, along with real-life examples of how they’ve closed deals and overcome challenges.

We also dive into Leyton’s robust coaching and development programme, discussing how it has supported their professional growth and provided impactful experiences. Whether you're starting your sales career or looking to take it to the next level, our guests offer valuable advice on making the most of these opportunities and standing out in a competitive field.

Tune in for expert tips, personal stories, and actionable insights to help you succeed in sales!

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to season 2 of the Life at Leyton podcast. 

Here at Leyton UK, we know our people are more than just their job. The careers of our people are part of their unique lives, and who they are as a whole person is what fundamentally contributes to their success & the success of our business.

In the podcast we will spend time with one of our exceptional people from across the business, and in each episode we will look to explore the people behind their job titles, the unique and brilliant stories that make them who they are.

It is June 2024 and we are celebrating and educating during Pride Month here at Leyton UK. Todays episode is a very special one, we welcome Katie Swan onto the podcast to talk about what pride means to her, as well as a deep conversation about navigating identity and learning to accept & celebrate yourself for you.

Thank you so much Katie for sharing your story, particularly on a topic that can be vast and challenging. I am sure everyone is going to get so much from this episode.

And thank you all for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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Hello & welcome to season 2 of the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

Here at Leyton UK, we know our people are more than just their jobs. Their careers are part of their unique lives, and who they are as a whole person is what fundamentally contributes to their success and the success of our business.

In the podcast, we will spend time with one of our exceptional people from across the business. In each episode, we will explore the people behind their job titles and the unique and brilliant stories that make them who they are.

On today's episode, we are speaking to Morgan Clough, our Manchester Office Manager. Morgan is an integral part of the Leyton team, supporting far and wide of the Manchester office.

Morgan and I discuss her life as a working mother, the reality of returning to work after maternity leave, and why she chose to move into a new job with Leyton UK at that time.

Thank you, Morgan, for sharing your story.

Thank you all for tuning in. Grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people of Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
Empower your Future at Leyton UK!

Hello & welcome to season 2 of the Life at Leyton podcast. 

Here at Leyton UK, we know our people are more than just their job. The careers of our people are part of their unique lives, and who they are as a whole person is what fundamentally contributes to their success & the success of our business.

In the podcast we will spend time with one of our exceptional people from across the business, and in each episode we will look to explore the people behind their job titles, the unique and brilliant stories that make them who they are.

Today we have Quadri Akinrinade to the podcast. Quadri is our Head of IT across the UK and the US, the work he and his team do for us keep us all online and secure.

In todays episode Quadri and I discuss how he turned a passion for computers into a career, and the path he took to make that a reality. Quadri also drops a lot of tips and advice for those from a diverse background looking to get into a tech career.

Thank you Quadri for sharing your story.

And thank you all for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
Empower your Future at Leyton UK!

Hello & welcome to season 2 of the Life at Leyton podcast. With me, Sarah Glanville, as your host.

Here at Leyton UK, we know our people are more than just their job. The careers of our people are part of their unique lives, and who they are as a whole person is what fundamentally contributes to their success & the success of our business.

In the podcast we will spend time with one of our exceptional people from across the business, and in each episode we will look to explore the people behind their job titles, the unique and brilliant stories that make them who they are.

In todays episode we welcome Houda Mouradi to the podcast. Houda joined our London office in November 2020 but she started her life at Leyton UK in our Casablanca office as a financial consultant. Houda talks today about the reality of moving to London from Casablanca, the courage it takes to make a move across the world for a job and the lessons she has learned along the way.

Thank you Houda for sharing your story, this episode is nothing short of inspirational and I am sure anyone listening will be as taken by your positivity and drive as I was.

And thank you all for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
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In todays episode we welcome Marco Spiro to the podcast. Marco leads our Client Delivery teams across the UK and today he talks about carving a career for himself at Leyton over the last 8 years. Marco decided to move away from the more traditional consulting progression path, and created a business case for investing in consulting soft skills & client relationships. Over the past 4 years that has grown into his current role leading our Client Delivery & Client Support teams, ensuring we offer the best possible service for new and existing clients.

Thank you Marco for sharing your wisdom and advice, this episode is a great reminder to us all that patience pays off, and that when we bring the best of ourselves to work, we can collaborate to create something pretty exceptional.

And thank you for tuning in, grab yourself a coffee and get ready to be inspired by the people that are Leyton UK.

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
Empower your Future at Leyton UK!

If you are interested in joining Leyton UK, please reach out to Sarah in the UK Talent Team - sglanville@leyton.com.
Empower your Future at Leyton UK!