SOFTWARE developers Scott Logic is celebrating the growing popularity of its graduate programme, which this year has attracted a record 19 new high-calibre appointments, including three former interns.

The new starters, 11 of whom will be based in Newcastle, are being welcomed to the firm.

Recruitment Manager John Wright said: “The graduate scheme is vital to our strategic growth as a company, and it’s great to see so many technically gifted people joining our consultancy.

“Week one is an important part of their orientation. As collaboration is a core business value we want them working together, as well as with their more experienced colleagues on building their technical learning.

“We also realise the importance of switching off so there’s plenty of social activities to allow our people to enjoy themselves and get to know each other socially.”

Jack Arnstein, 27, graduated last month from a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science at Newcastle University. He said: “Compared to other software firms, here it’s more about the science and technology, and the service we provide is more personal so it’s really nice that a company like that is based in Newcastle.”

“It’s always inspiring to welcome lots of new people and such a great deal of potential to the business. I really look forward to seeing what this year’s graduates achieve with us as they grow in confidence and experience.”

As part of its ambitious growth strategy, Scott Logic is recruiting for a range of vacancies across its teams and locations.