Newport-based de Novo Solutions will create the jobs by 2030
Fast-expanding technology consultancy de Novo Solutions has announced plans to create a further 50 jobs as it continues to drive strong revenue growth.
The Newport headquartered business, which was the highest-ranked Welsh company on both the Sunday Times 100 and Deloitte Technology Tech Fast 50 lists for 2025, is also expanding its graduate apprenticeship programme – run in conjunction with the Welsh Government and the University of South Wales.
Set up in 2021 it generated £9.8m of sales in the year to May 2025 and achieved a 186.8% average annual growth over the last three years. The business employs 115. The new jobs will be created over the next five years.
Having rooted its offering around personalised support, de Novo has effectively transformed the HR, Payroll, Finance and Procurement functions of organisations including Ministry of Justice, HM Treasury, the Office for National Statistics, Kent and Swansea councils.
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Founder Mark Sweeny said: “We are proud to be at the forefront of digital transformation in the UK, providing tangible value for our clients across a range of industries and offering opportunities for the tech leaders of the future to take their careers to the next level. There will be opportunities for those looking to complete apprenticeships or higher education qualifications, as well as those who have already begun their digital transformation career and now want to elevate it to new heights.”
“The 50 in 5 initiative (latest recruitment plans) reflects our commitment to enhancing the talent we have within the de Novo team as well as boosting the Welsh economy and wider tech sector in the UK. New recruits have the chance to train with us, learn tech and life skills, and gain hands-on experience within a company that I am proud to say is becoming the go-to name when organisations need an expert digital transformation partner.”
Rebecca Evans, Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning said: The success of de Novo Solutions in becoming one of the UK’s fastest-growing tech companies from its base in Newport demonstrates the strength of Wales as a hub for digital innovation. I was delighted to visit de Novo earlier this year to see first-hand the excellent work they’re doing to develop the next generation of tech talent in Wales.
“The company recently sponsored Wales Tech Week in a demonstration of its support for the industry, and its expanded Graduate Apprenticeship programme, delivered in partnership with Welsh Government and the University of South Wales, is contributing to developing a skilled workforce that will help drive our economy forward.”
Jessica Morden, Labour MP for Newport East added: “I am delighted to welcome this announcement from de Novo, one of Newport East’s many brilliant companies driving our local economy and creating skilled, well-paid opportunities for young people and those aspiring to build careers in the tech sector. As the fastest-growing city in Wales, with the proportionally highest population of under-16s, Newport is brimming with talent, ambition, and energy.
“These 50 new jobs over the next five years will not only strengthen our city’s reputation as a hub for innovation but also ensure that local people can thrive in the industries of the future. I look forward to seeing these opportunities come to life and to celebrating the continued success of Newport’s growing tech-based business community.”
