Sam Devonshire

Tech and Innovation Editor at LinkedIn

Sam Devonshire is an experienced professional who founded 4it Recruitment Ltd in 1998, which has now become a leading independent supplier of IT and Business Change staff for both contract and permanent roles.

4it Recruitment Ltd, based in Leeds, serves a diverse client portfolio across different market sectors such as Financial Services, Utilities, Retail, Distribution, Leisure, Legal, Insurance, and the public sector, catering to small local businesses, SME's, and large national/international organizations.

The recruitment services offered by 4it cover roles from help desk positions to CIO levels, encompassing technical, managerial, and business change roles. The company is known for its bespoke and high-quality recruitment solutions, driven by experienced consultants with deep market knowledge.

Sam Devonshire's professional journey includes holding various key roles at 4it Recruitment Ltd, including Head Of Client Services, Head Of Client Services & Executive Search, Head of Business Development, and Business Development Manager.

Prior to his tenure at 4it Recruitment Ltd, Sam Devonshire also worked as a Sales Manager at Inside Business UK Ltd, showcasing a diverse background in sales, business development, and client services.

Experience

Tech and Innovation Editor, LinkedIn (June 2023 - Present, London, UK)

Technology Correspondent, CNBC (April 2020 - June 2022, London, UK)

Education

PGDip, Journalism, Cardiff University (2010 - 2011); 2.1, Physical Geography with Science Communication, Royal Holloway, University of London (2007 - 2010)