The Oakland Group is a data consultancy at the cutting-edge of advanced analytics, process and governance.

It uses pioneering analytical models, machine learning and AI, as well as more traditional techniques, to harnesses the power of data to solve complex operational challenges for some of the UK's largest organisations.

Proudly based in Yorkshire, Oakland is passionate about promoting the Northern tech scene and creating opportunity.

Oakland has grown rapidly over the past two years but remains a family company at heart and is committed to creating a culture of happy and engaged employees.

At the start of lockdown, it asked an external company to assess employee health and has since reviewed working hours and the amount of time spent in meetings. Other initiatives to help every employee get the best out of themselves have included online sessions on sleep and exercise and mental health awareness training.

Staff are encouraged to live the company's values. And, for potential recruits, being passionate, tenacious, technically excellent and curious is just as important as experience and qualifications.

From their very first day, employees are encouraged to ask questions and grow their skills and training and resources designed to promote homegrown talent are available to all.