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SQL Database Administrator for NHS Highland

Background

NHS Highland required an experienced SQL Database Administrator to support its database infrastructure and ensure the continued performance, stability and reliability of key systems.

Due to the specialist nature of the role and its importance to operational service delivery, NHS Highland needed someone who could quickly integrate into the organisation and make an immediate impact. Following previous challenges with contract recruitment, they approached Morgan Hunt to deliver a high-quality solution in a difficult candidate market.

  • Previous negative experience with a contractor had reduced confidence in agency recruitment and interim staff.
  • Despite a longer-term requirement, the role was initially offered as a three-month contract, creating uncertainty for candidates.
  • NHS Highland’s remote location significantly reduced the available pool of suitably qualified professionals.
  • SQL Database Administration was a highly specialised skill set, with many professionals moving into broader cloud and data engineering roles.
  • The short-term nature of the assignment created concerns around job security and candidate confidence.
  • Conducted a detailed briefing with stakeholders to confirm technical requirements, expectations and team fit.
  • Provided market insight on candidate availability, skills trends and salary expectations.
  • Launched targeted advertising across specialist job boards and professional networks.
  • Engaged more than 30 relevant SQL professionals through Morgan Hunt’s database and targeted headhunting.
  • Delivered a shortlist of suitable candidates within 48 hours.
  • Coordinated a streamlined interview process to enable quick decision-making and maintain a positive candidate experience.
  • Successfully appointed an experienced SQL Database Administrator with the required technical and cultural fit.
  • Delivered a fast recruitment process, with interview and offer progression completed without delay.
  • Completed compliance and onboarding quickly, enabling the candidate to start as soon as approvals were in place.
  • Rebuilt confidence in contract recruitment through consistent delivery and clear market insight.
  • The initial short-term contract was extended multiple times, with the successful candidate ultimately transitioning into a permanent role.
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