UK-based specialist Engineering and Technology recruitment firm Gattaca today announced the appointment of Kevin Freeguard as Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors with effect from 1 October 2018.

Freeguard previously worked for Verifone as Managing Director for UK and Ireland from 2014 to 2018. Prior to this, he worked with De La Rue plc where he was Managing Director for their Solutions Division.

In February of this year, Gattaca’s previous CEO Brian Wilkinson stepped down stating that he wished to retire from full time executive roles.

“After an extensive search process, we are extremely pleased that Kevin is joining us as CEO,” Patrick Shanley, Gattaca plc Chairman, said. “Kevin is an experienced international executive who has successfully led businesses across a number of sectors in his career, including Technology, Manufacturing, Financial Services and Outsourcing. He has a strong track record of business transformation, a proven ability to drive change and deliver value creation.”

Freeguard commented, “I am delighted to be joining Gattaca at this time. The sourcing of talent is a critical and growing focus for all businesses. Gattaca’s expertise in providing complete talent solutions both in the UK and internationally positions it well for the future. I am looking forward to developing the business further with the Board and the rest of the Gattaca team.”

Earlier this month, the group announced that it intends to withdraw from a number of international markets in order to focus on more profitable territories. It will withdraw from the contract telecommunications infrastructure markets in Africa, Asia and Latin America. It will also close operations in Dubai, Kuala Lumpur and Qatar.