Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team finds perfect match with Circle8
AMRTC, Silverstone, 20 June 2024 – The Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team today announced a new partnership with Circle8, one of Europe’s leading IT talent matching companies.
Circle8 joins the team as Global Talent Matching Partner and will help Aston Martin Aramco find the best talent to compete at the front of the grid. Aston Martin Aramco has seen unprecedented growth in the last four years, doubling its workforce to over 850 colleagues at its new AMR Technology Campus at Silverstone. Circle8 has a unique circular approach to staffing called ‘Total Talent Flow’ which is focused on finding the perfect match for candidates and employers.
The Circle8 logo will be proudly displayed on the AMR24 race car, which will compete at the Spanish GP this Sunday at the circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on 23 June.
Sophie Ackland, Chief People Officer, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team, said: “We are delighted to welcome Circle8 to Aston Martin Aramco as our Global Talent Matching Partner. Our people are our greatest asset. We have seen unprecedented growth and with our ambitious plans we want to ensure we are securing the best talent to the team. We were attracted to Circle8’s approach to finding the perfect match, and they are going to contribute to our success on and off the track.”
Guus Franke (Axiom), Founder and Owner, Circle8, said: “Aston Martin Aramco is seeking tech and IT professionals who not only possess top-notch knowledge but also the right mindset – genuine team players who enjoy being challenged by new environments and regular challenges. This is precisely the DNA upon which Circle8 is based: we embrace the idea that a seamless flow of talent fosters mutual growth for both individuals and organisations. To our people, there are 365 race days in a year. We look forward to sharing success together.”
About Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team
The iconic Aston Martin marque was founded in 1913 by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford. Together they competed at the Aston Hill Climb and their success in racing laid the foundations to develop a succession of ultra-luxury high performance automobiles, including the iconic DB5, Vantage, Vanquish, DBX707 – the world’s fastest luxury SUV – and the F1-inspired Aston Martin Valkyrie.
A brand born from racing has evolved to become the epitome of British luxury and technology on the road. The company’s first Grand Prix was in 1922, while the marque famously won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1959 and briefly competed in Formula One in 1959 and 1960.
Aston Martin returned to the Formula One grid in 2021 under the leadership of Canadian entrepreneur, Lawrence Stroll. Since then, the team has invested heavily, opening its new AMR Technology Campus in Silverstone during the summer of 2023 – the sport’s first new F1 team base for almost two decades. A state-of-the-art wind tunnel is scheduled to be operational in 2024. The new AMR Technology Campus helps the team’s environmental ambitions with better insulation, intelligent use of natural light, and solar panels helping power the site.
Aston Martin enjoyed its most successful season to date in 2023, securing eight podium positions and 280 points on its way to finishing fifth in the Constructors’ Championship. For 2024, double world champion Fernando Alonso and Canadian Lance Stroll head a driver line-up supported by Test and Reserve Driver Felipe Drugovich, Stoffel Vandoorne and Team Ambassador Pedro de la Rosa.
In 2024, Aston Martin will also take to the track in the all-female F1® Academy series with Swiss driver Tina Hausmann. She is supported by Aston Martin Aramco’s F1® Academy Head of Racing and Driver Ambassador, Jessica Hawkins, who tested one of the team’s F1 cars in 2023.
Off-track, Aston Martin Aramco conceived its Make A Mark platform – a commitment to drive positive progress through the influence of the team and the profile of Formula One.
Make A Mark is built upon three core pillars: sustainability, community and inclusion – all devised to champion an environmental, inclusive and diverse living and working culture with a programme that supports and educates young people, particularly from diverse and ethnic backgrounds, to drive career opportunities within motorsport and STEM.
Responsible business partners include Racing Pride to positively promote LGBTQ+ inclusivity within motorsport, while Spinal Track works with the team to improve accessibility and foster inclusion across the sport. A partnership with the Aleto Foundation provides a leadership programme for young ethnic minority students wanting to learn more about opportunities within motorsport. In January 2024 Aston Martin Aramco became the first Formula One team to comply with ISO standard 50001 – a globally recognised certification that outlines the requirements for improving energy efficiency and performance while reducing consumption and costs.
About Circle8
Circle8 is a premier IT Talent Matching Partner committed to driving organizational success through expert talent management. Circle8 excels in steering the flow of talent, essential for the elevation of clients, professionals, and partners. The distinguished brands — Circle8 (NL), Seven Stars (NL), FixedToday (NL), Königstein (GE), and Swisslinx (CH) — offer comprehensive talent management services across the IT, technology, and finance industries.
The DNA of Circle8 is built on the philosophy that a seamless flow of talent fosters mutual growth for both individuals and organizations: Total Talent Flow. Each brand within Circle8 cultivates its unique culture while sharing this common belief. The Circle8 brands are adept at identifying and placing top talent, fostering seamless integration, creating opportunities for growth, and ensuring continuous talent development.
With this commitment to Total Talent Flow, Circle8 ensures sustained growth for all stakeholders. Operating in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Switzerland, the brands within Circle8 support over 12,000 professionals and generate revenues exceeding one billion euros. For more information, visit www.circle8.com.