Meet the Team - Matt Byrne-Fraser

We recently caught up with Lead Consultant in our education division, Matt Byrne-Fraser, to discover what motivates him at work, how he fell into the wonderful world of recruitment and what’s next for his team! 

How long have you worked at Spencer Clarke Group?

I have worked here since December 2019 and it's flown by so far!

What markets do you specialise in?

I specialise within the education sector, working closely with secondary schools!

What do you love most about what you do?

I take great pride in helping schools with introducing staff to them for day to day, short and longer term supply. 

Also I really enjoy helping people on their journey to becoming fully qualified teachers. 

What motivates you at work?

My family motivate me day to day to be able to provide the best possible life for my wife and children.

Also, being able to provide solutions to schools is extremely rewarding! 

How would you describe working at Spencer Clarke Group?

The working environment is like nowhere I have ever worked. There is so much support, energy, commitment and team camaraderie from everyone in the team.

We are like a family of recruiters and support staff. It is a very hard working and fun environment.

Tell us about your career path so far.

After graduating in Sports Therapy, I worked in the football industry for 3 years. One day ten years ago, I fell into recruitment and I haven’t looked back since.

Since then, I have worked in senior positions at various recruitment companies until I joined Spencer Clarke Group.

How would your colleagues describe you?

I’d like to think they would say hard working, dedicated, early to work, committed and passionate about my job.

Where are we most likely to find you outside of work?

I’d either be running around after my little boy, out and about with my family or in a DJ booth somewhere!

Tell us something we’d never guess about you!

Outside of Spencer Clarke Group, I travel the world as a tour manager for a DJ.

What’s next for you at Spencer Clarke Group?

I have recently joined the Education division after heading up and building the Accountancy & Finance division. I

I started in education recruitment and it has always been a passion of mine and I am very much looking forward to helping my schools and candidates alike! 

10 Quick Fire Questions!

What’s your favourite film?

It has to be Bad Boys 2.

Where’s the best place you’ve traveled to?

Dubai was by far my most favourite place!

What advice would you give to your young self?

Be patient and enjoy the process.

Have you ever met anyone famous?

Tiesto.

What three items would you take with you to a deserted island?

I would take my iPhone, a solar powered power pack and some beers.

Do you have any pets?

Yes, I have 2 dogs, Max and Pablo.

Do you have any hidden talents?

No, I don’t think so!

What’s the best gig you’ve been to?

I can’t decide, it would either be Tomorrow Land, Pacha nightclub in Ibiza or EDC Las Vegas.

What animal is your spirit animal?

A Labrador because I’m loyal and hard working.

What’s your guilty pleasure?

Wine Gums - they’re the best!