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Mercator Digital

Mercator Digital is an award-winning digital consultancy recognised as a Best Workplace™️ for women and among the top 100 Best Workplaces in Europe. Mercator Digital is also celebrated for its commitment to employee wellbeing, development, and excellence in tech.

Leveraging nearly 20 years’ experience, Mercator Digital designs, builds, and delivers innovative digital services for clients across the public and private sectors worldwide. With a global presence spanning the UK, US, France, and Singapore, the Mercator team of over 400 professionals is dedicated to creating impactful digital solutions.

Mercator Digital's work has a significant societal impact, making digital services more innovative, effective, and accessible for all. As a champion of diversity and inclusion, Mercator Digital is proud to empower women in tech, fostering a workplace that celebrates their contributions and supports their growth.

Our services include:

  • Digital Transformation & Delivery
  • Cloud Services
  • User Centred Design
  • Cyber & Infrastructure Security
  • Software Development & QA Testing
  • Data
  • Architecture
  • Product & Delivery Management
  • Service Integration & Management
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KEY INFO

Website:  www.mercatordigital.com

Careers Website: www.mercatordigital.com/careers

Business Sector: IT Services and IT Consulting

HQ Location: London, UK

Office Locations: UK, US, Singapore, and Paris

Number of Employees: 150+

 

Women in Leadership:

CIO: Sarah Bennett

Head of Transformation: Gillian Bates

Head of Brand: Zoe Billingham

Head of Research: Kathy Neuss

Head of Community: Abi Clements

 

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MISSION & Values

We’re proud of our culture - one that’s lively, inclusive, and forward-thinking. As we grow, preserving our culture remains a priority. That’s why we have an annual survey for feedback, an open-door policy for communication, plenty of social events to foster connections, and a benefits package to show our appreciation.

Our brand values are at the core of who we are, and each Mercator team member lives these values as brand ambassadors:

  • We don’t stand still
    We’re always evolving, making bold choices, and seeking improvement.
  • We keep it real
    We’re straightforward, open, and honest in everything we do.
  • We take care
    We support each other, our work, our clients, and partners.
  • It’s a joint effort
    We work together, trust each other, and build strength in unity.
  • We own our actions
    We empower accountability for our words, actions, and results.
  • We bring out the best
    We share knowledge and enthusiasm, helping everyone reach their fullest potential.

 

 

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BLOGS

Digital Poverty in the UK: Understanding the Crisis and Forging Long-Term Solutions

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Tackling the Bias Blindspot in AI

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Befriend your bias and the bias of others

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Bridging the Digital Divide: Tackling Digital Poverty and Accessibility

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Women in Tech: Lead User Researcher

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1 Minute Insight: Delivery Manager

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1 Minute Insight: User Researcher


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Women in Tech: Software Developer

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WORKING AT MERCATOR DIGITAL

At Mercator Digital, we foster a supportive, collaborative environment that empowers our team to grow and develop rewarding careers. Whether you're tackling innovative cloud infrastructure projects or transforming enterprise digital services, you'll find ample opportunities to take on engaging challenges and continuously expand your skills. What’s more, our work makes a meaningful difference to our society.

Our work culture is defined by an emphasis on teamwork, knowledge-sharing, and professional development. Employees are trusted to manage their own tasks with a high degree of autonomy, while benefiting from the guidance and support of their colleagues. We prioritise work-life balance, providing resources like Mental Health First Aiders and an Employee Assistance Programme. Our team also regularly comes together for social events, fostering a strong sense of community within the wider Mercator family.

In this supportive, empowering environment, you'll be encouraged to contribute your ideas and make an impact.

 

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MEET SOME OF OUR TEAM

"Working at Mercator is fantastic  because of the warm, welcoming team and the focus on personal growth. Mercator not only supports my development but also gives me the freedom to lead my own training path, with plenty of opportunities to keep learning and advancing." - Rosie Woodhead, Lead User Researcher

“At Mercator, the focus on inclusion, continuous learning, and career growth creates a truly supportive environment. The opportunities for development are exceptional, and the guidance I've received has been invaluable in both my personal and professional growth.” - Charne Kotze, Delivery Manager

"At Mercator, everyone is made to feel welcome, supported, and valued. It’s a place where you can grow, with ample opportunities for learning and development both within the company and beyond.” - Sofia Pereira, User Researcher

"I’ve been with Mercator for a year now, but in a positive way it feels much longer.  As cheesy as it sounds, the Mercator team aren’t just a bunch of individuals but a family that have the same morals and pride in their work, look after each other and encourage development to further opportunities within Mercator.  Mercator Digital is an organisation that I can continue to grow within my field fully supported and encouraged by management, I can see myself being here for a long time to come.  Exciting times are ahead." - Sue Hitchmough, Product Owner

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Interview Process

Our typical interview process looks like this:

  1. Introductory Call: Our Resourcing Team will have a brief call to discuss your background, experience, and goals. Based on this, they’ll decide if an interview is the right next step.
  2. Stage 1: Initial Interview: You’ll meet with a member of our Engagement Team and a senior expert in your field to discuss your skills and experience.
  3. Stage 2: Final Interview: The last stage involves two senior team members, including a technical expert, focusing on cultural fit and shared values.

Each step is designed to ensure a strong match between your skills and our company culture.

 

OUR DIVERSITY & INCLUSION COMMITMENT

At Mercator Digital, our commitment to diversity, inclusion and social impact runs through everything we do. We're proud to be recognised as a Best Workplace™️ for Women and have taken the top spot for the Best Workplace ™️ for Wellbeing among medium-sized companies in the UK.

Through our corporate membership with Neurodiversity in Business, we enhance work experiences for neurodivergent individuals, while our partnerships with RightJob and DiverseJobMatters ensure our opportunities reach diverse candidates. As a Disability Confident Committed organisation, a Living Wage Employer and with our enhanced maternity support, we ensure fair compensation and workplace accessibility.

Our community impact extends widely. We partner with The Forward Trust supporting NEET individuals, long-term unemployed, and ex-offenders. Through regular clothing drives with Smart Works and Suited & Booted, we help people return to the workplace. Our educational outreach includes panel discussions with university students, focusing on those from areas of lower social mobility, alongside talks at local schools promoting tech careers.

We’re actively engaged with the Armed Forces community and working to upgrade our Armed Forces Covenant from silver to gold award status, further strengthening our position as a socially responsible employer.

 

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Perks & Benefits

25 Days Holiday (Plus Bank Holidays And Your Birthday Off!)
Company Pension
Group Life Cover
Enhanced Maternity And Paternity Pay
Training Budget (5% Of Your Salary)
2 Day’s Paid Leave For Volunteering
Employee Assistance Programme
Electric Car Scheme
Cycle To Work Scheme
Online Yoga Sessions

INDUSTRY COMMENDATIONS

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Tech Stack

Scala/Java
Java
Scala Play Framework
Salesforce platform
ServiceNow platform
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Office 365
AWS
AI

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