As if training to compete in the T38 100m Sprint and F38 Long Jump events at several competitions this summer wasn’t enough, Livvy Breen has also embarked on presenting her first Podcast series! Entertaining and insightful Launched on the 24th June on BBC Radio Wales and BBC Sounds, ‘Olivia Breen’s Paris Diaries’ focuses on what…
The STR Board kept its pledge to treat staff despite some dreary July weather last week! In honour of World Ice Cream Day (and as an excuse to say thank you to its staff for their continued hard work), the STR Group Board delighted employees with some sweet summer treats. Worldwide appeal In what must…
With many Pride events taking place in June and July, ensuring LGBTQIA+ equality in the workplace is at the forefront of employers’ minds. STR’s latest free checklist can help you provide a welcoming space where everyone feels they belong. Why should you invest in being LGBTQIA+ friendly? Fostering LGBTQIA+ inclusivity is not only the right…
With our presence in Switzerland continuing to expand and our continental clients with ever-growing requirements, STR went in search of a Head of DACH to work for our Swiss entity, STR AG. We’re therefore very pleased to introduce Michelle Moor, who will be initially working primarily with our Blackfield and Insignis brands, in the Life…
Last weekend, a number of our STR colleagues took on the Welsh 3000s to raise money for our charity partner, Motiv8. This incredibly tough challenge involves climbing all mountains in Wales over 3,000 feet within a 24-hour period, and covers 3 mountain ranges in the Snowdon region –Yr Wyddfa/Snowdon Massif, the Glyderau and the Carneddau.…
On Friday, STR Group celebrated everyone’s incredible efforts and achievements over the first half of the year with a memorable evening at the picturesque Goodwood Racecourse. We reserved the Long View area, a stunning and spacious venue at the foot of the historic ‘Trundle Hill’. This prime spot offers unrivalled views of the home-straight, making…
Men’s Health Week is observed annually during the week leading up to Father’s Day, so lands this year between 10th and 16th June. Men’s Health Week is designed to promote awareness of men’s and boy’s health issues and encourage them to seek early detection and treatment for preventable health problems. Its timing with Father’s Day…
On Friday, May 24th, some of the STR team were treated to a delicious lunch at the esteemed Shanghai 1814 restaurant in Southampton. This wasn’t just any ordinary lunch; it was a celebration honouring the individuals who had gone above and beyond in their roles, demonstrating exceptional dedication and hard work during the first quarter…
Happy National Recruiter Day! Today, we take a moment to recognise and celebrate the dedicated professionals who play a pivotal role in shaping careers and transforming companies. Recruiters are often the unsung heroes in the professional world, connecting talent with opportunity, and ensuring the right fit for both employers and employees. Their expertise, intuition, and…
Following an extensive search, the STR Group moved into new, larger premises in Troy, near Detroit, in February of this year. Established by two of our UK employees who relocated to the US, they successfully managed the transition and quickly embedded the STR/Talos Automation culture into their operations. Not long after that, we were pleased…