In direct response to one of the tech industry’s most sought-after specialisms, Northcoders – one of the UK’s leading independent providers of training programmes for software coding – is launching a brand new 13-week full-time Data Engineering bootcamp. The course will be staged either in person at Northcoders’ Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham and Newcastle sites or remotely.

Northcoders has also announced the appointment of Joe Mulvey as its new Head of Data Engineering. Joe, who is a former teacher and a graduate of Northcoders himself, joins the business from Inawisdom. He has also previously worked at Greensill Capital and Auto Trader PLC as well as having a previous career as data analyst, consultant and trader for Barclays Capital in the City.

Joe’s primary focus will be designing and honing the Data Engineering bootcamp curriculum based on his experience as a data engineer which spans a variety of sectors including e-commerce, finance and consultancy.

Applications are now open for the new Data Engineering Bootcamp. The first set of start dates are: 3rd October and 28th November. Some free scholarship places are available for applicants living in England.

The Data Engineering course has been designed and developed by industry experts to give people the valuable skills they need to kick start a career in data, including roles within data engineering, AI, ML, MLOps and DataOps.

The core elements of the bootcamp will include coding in both JavaScript and Python as well as SQL, data modelling, data infrastructure and the fundamentals of Cloud engineering. People who complete the Data Engineering bootcamp will not only be given the core data skills, but will also have the underlying ability to code which will put them in a unique position to quickly progress in their data careers.

The curriculum will be constantly updated to match the skills employers actually want and will be delivered in a career-first approach. This means students will build a portfolio and will be fully supported by Northcoders’ team of career development experts who will help deploy them into their first industry roles.

The primary function of a data engineer is to build data platforms. That means, for example: getting the data from the source systems to the analytics systems; ensuring that the data is validated and remodelled into a useful format for interrogation; populating the analytics data store; setting up tools for consumers (internal and external) to use the data; securing the data; setting up processes for complex analysis such as machine learning; and making sure all these processes happen quickly, reliably and automatically.

Commenting, Joe said: “The aim of the new Data Engineering bootcamp is to offer a world leading course that is focused on developing the skills that the tech sector needs. Our ability to adapt quickly means that we will be constantly evolving what we teach and tailoring the curriculum. That is an exciting prospect and will help to create the most talented and in demand data engineers of the future.”

Amul Batra – chief operating officer at Northcoders – added: “This launch is another milestone in our growth and comes at a time when there is huge demand for data engineers. According to LinkedIn’s 2022 “Jobs on the Rise” report, data engineering is listed as one of the fastest-growing careers in the UK; whilst the average salary for a data engineer is £60k. We have already helped to create over 1000 software development superstars, so this is a natural step for the business. Under Joe’s stewardship I’m sure it will be a huge success and will become an integral part of our offering over the coming years.”

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About Northcoders: Northcoders is a market leading provider of B2B and B2C coding and software development training. Founded in 2015, its business model operates a hybrid structure with flagship sites in Manchester and Leeds supported by a best-in-class digital offering to businesses and individuals across the UK. It also has hubs in Newcastle and Birmingham.

Powered by IP rich technology, Northcoders’ coding school offers bootcamp courses to consumers from a range of backgrounds, delivered through virtual and physical learning. The Group also works with blue chip corporates across multiple sectors to supply innovative EdTech solutions for the upskilling and reskilling of employees, and is a registered provider of government-backed apprenticeships in the field.

With a keen focus of inclusivity, diversity and quality at its core, Northcoders aims to address the digital skills gap in the UK to meet the increasing demand for digital specialists from corporates and government. It operates in a significant and growing market with structural growth trends further accelerated by Covid-19.

Since its inaugural course in 2015, Northcoders has helped over 1000 people switch careers into tech, with average starting salaries of £25,500. Over the past few years, it has been selected as one of the country’s brightest tech stars in Creative England’s CE50 list and was named Business of the Year at the 15th Annual Chamber Business Awards. It has also launched scholarship schemes and a deferred payment programme aimed at women and gender minorities, as well as those who identify as BAME or LGBTQ+, have a disability or have had limited access to education, to help address diversity in tech.

Mark Riley, former Commercial Director at Bibendum, part of the C&C Group, joins Kingsland Drinks Group as Commercial Director this week.

The Irlam based company moved to an employee-owned model in 2021 and has significantly invested in its capabilities and infrastructure to become a full-service drinks company.

Riley brings 25 years of drinks industry experience to Kingsland Drinks Group across sales, commercial and supply chain, having held senior seats at Heineken / Waverley TBS and Scottish & Newcastle.

With well-seasoned experience in the marketing of brands – from innovation to launch at a global and UK level – Mark takes on responsibility for the complete commercial operation of Kingsland Drinks Group including sales, marketing, and liquid buying. He joins a senior team dedicated to developing the company in line with its purpose: to build a better drinks industry and society.

Jon Eagle, Kingsland’s existing commercial director, and buying director and shareholder Karen Wilson, will lead thorough transfer of knowledge and responsibilities in the coming months before Eagle retires and Wilson transitions to a Board advisory role.

Ed Baker, Managing Director of Kingsland Drinks Group says: “Mark brings true pedigree in the marketing of products and the leadership of high performing sales teams to the company, at a time when we’re focused on building our capabilities and realising the potential of our investment pipeline. With a legacy for developing talent, strong analytical expertise and experience across the industry, he’s a hugely welcome addition to the Group.

“Jon, while taking well-earned retirement this year, is lending the benefit of his expertise to us for some time yet, as he kindly supports senior transitions across the business. We appreciate Jon’s experience and input at this time, and he’ll be truly missed when he leaves the company.”

This month Kingsland Drinks Group also welcomed Andy Henderson who has joined the business as Operations Director, heading up factory operations, technical and supply chain functions. Henderson will play a pivotal role alongside Riley in building on the business’s reputation as a trusted, strong, and stable player in the UK drinks trade offering a full category service.

The pair are also joined by Jason Wallace, Head of Supply Chain, who joined the business in July from John West Foods where he was Head of Supply Chain UK & IE and responsible for leading the end-to-end supply chain for its UK, Ireland and export networks.

In July 2022, Kingsland Drinks announced a long-term-partnership with Manchester Still and investment in a craft spirit facility on its site in Irlam, Greater Manchester. The facility will provide Kingsland Drinks and its sister company Ten Locks with the ability to produce artisan spirits and marks a new development in the firm’s capabilities as a full-service drinks company.

Charles MacMillan is retiring after 14 years as head of the corporate recovery and insolvency team at accountants and business advisors Beever and Struthers.

Succeeding him as head of the team will be Director, Fran Henshaw, who established the team with Charles back in 2008.

Having specialised in corporate recovery and insolvency since 1980, Charles joined Beever and Struthers to launch the team with Fran and is recognised as one of the leading insolvency and reconstruction experts in the North West.

Prior to joining Beever and Struthers, Charles was a founder member of Peats’ insolvency team in Manchester in 1981 and the creator of BDO’s insolvency team in Leeds.

Charles said: “Having specialised exclusively in insolvency related matters for more than 40 years I feel I’m due some sort of accolade. Whether that be for the quality of advice and determination or for sheer foolhardiness is for others to judge.

“Most of my career has felt like Groundhog Day. I was a founder member of Peats first insolvency team in Manchester in 1981, the creator of BDO’s insolvency team in Leeds, and with Fran, set up Beever and Struthers’ insolvency team. Starting again seems to be my speciality so retirement feels like yet another start.

“The one sure thing is that during that time I have been lucky enough to meet and work with many talented professionals and most of them have become good friends. This is reward enough for me.

“The past 14 years with Beever and Struthers have been thoroughly enjoyable and I leave my friends there with a heavy heart. The move to the exciting new offices at One Express will no doubt see them continue to thrive, and I wish them every success going forward.”

Fran said: “I’d like to express my personal thanks to Charles for his guidance and support over many years and wish him all the best for his retirement. My appointment will assist with a seamless transition for the team as we continue without Charles.”

She has a wealth of experience, having advised distressed businesses, and dealt with formal insolvency work since 1989 and alongside Charles since 2008.

Fran qualified as an accountant with ACCA in 1995 and is currently a member of ICAEW. Having passed her insolvency exams in 2001 she holds an insolvency licence, which allows her to take formal insolvency appointments.

Executive partner Maria Hallows, speaking on behalf of the partners, stated, “Charles has played a key role in the development of the firm and will be greatly missed. We have every faith in Fran and her team to continue to provide a first-class service to existing and future clients coming to us”.

Beever and Struthers is moving to the iconic One Express building in Ancoats, Manchester and will relocate from its current head office at St George’s House, Chester Road, Manchester this autumn.