West Sussex continues to strengthen its position as a fast-growing hub for digital, technology and advanced-services employers in the South East. The region benefits from excellent connectivity to London and Brighton, a diverse employer base, and a stable, skilled workforce spanning engineering, digital services, data analytics and professional operations.
Crawley, in particular, has become a major commercial centre due to its proximity to Gatwick Airport. The area hosts a high concentration of aviation-linked technology, enterprise IT, logistics, analytics, digital transformation and infrastructure roles — many of which require specialist technical skills. Horsham, Worthing and Chichester have also seen growth across digital marketing, e-commerce, software development and SaaS-related hiring.
However, the hiring landscape remains competitive. Professionals with experience in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, product management, software engineering, CRM automation and data analysis often receive offers from both West Sussex employers and hybrid roles with companies in London or Brighton. This competition puts pressure on local organisations to offer flexible working patterns, attractive progression routes and strong digital roadmaps.
Hybrid working expectations have also reshaped candidate behaviour. Many professionals now seek 1–2 days in the office in Crawley, Horsham or Chichester, with the rest of their work delivered remotely. Employers who offer this flexibility often see significantly better engagement and candidate retention.
As more West Sussex businesses invest in digital transformation, SaaS adoption, cloud migration, performance marketing and data-driven operations, the demand for specialist talent continues to increase. Live Digital supports companies across the county with targeted recruitment strategies aligned to these evolving needs.
West Sussex employers often seek talent that blends technical ability with commercial and digital awareness. The following specialisms reflect the hiring priorities shaping Crawley, Horsham, Worthing, Chichester and the surrounding areas.
A strong technology and engineering base, particularly around Crawley, has driven consistent demand for software developers, cloud engineers and technical specialists. Employers require professionals comfortable working with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Node, Vue), server-side languages such as Python, PHP, Java and .NET, and cloud platforms including AWS, Azure and GCP.
Many companies also seek engineers who understand DevOps principles, CI/CD automation, microservices, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) and secure software engineering practices. Given the county’s connection to regulated sectors such as aviation, healthcare and enterprise services, roles often require engineers with experience in performance optimisation, APIs, system integrations and platform scalability.
Product management continues to grow within West Sussex as organisations expand their online services, digital products and technical platforms. Companies seek product managers who can translate customer feedback into product strategy, collaborate with engineering teams and drive user-centric development.
We also support the hiring of product owners, business analysts, delivery leads and agile project managers who coordinate cross-functional workstreams and ensure smooth execution of digital roadmaps. These roles are particularly important for SaaS providers, e-commerce businesses, aviation-tech functions and digital agencies operating across the county.
West Sussex’s employers increasingly depend on data to make decisions relating to performance, operations, customer experience and commercial forecasting. Consequently, data roles have become essential across sectors including aviation, retail, logistics, financial services, public sector and digital agencies.
We help organisations hire data analysts skilled in SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Python, Google Analytics and cloud-based data tools. BI developers, data engineers, insight analysts and CRO/marketing data specialists are also in rising demand, particularly across companies in Crawley, Worthing and Chichester.
West Sussex benefits from a strong marketing, creative and digital services community, especially across Worthing, Chichester and Horsham. Digital marketing remains one of the most active hiring categories, with companies seeking professionals who can manage multi-channel campaigns, optimise paid media, produce compelling content and deliver measurable growth.
Demand extends into CRM automation, lifecycle marketing, SEO & SEM, email marketing, performance analytics and conversion optimisation. Additionally, e-commerce brands require specialists who understand trading performance, product optimisation, UX, CRO and customer-journey design.
With many businesses operating in regulated environments — including aviation, healthcare, manufacturing and enterprise IT — cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure roles are vital for organisations across West Sussex.
Employers seek cybersecurity analysts, cloud security specialists, infrastructure engineers and IT operations professionals who can support secure networks, protect business data, manage identity access, and deliver reliable cloud-first infrastructure solutions.
Our recruitment work spans the sectors that drive the county’s economy:
Particularly strong around Crawley/Gatwick, creating demand for engineering, data and cloud talent.
Spread across Horsham, Chichester and Crawley.
Concentrated especially in Worthing, Horsham and Chichester.
Growing reliance on digital platforms and data.
Significant growth in online trading and digital customer experience.
Increased investment in digital transformation and analytics.
Demand for digitalisation, automation and IT transformation.
We support hiring across a broad spectrum of digital, product and technical functions, including full-stack developers, cloud engineers, DevOps specialists, cybersecurity analysts, data analysts, BI developers, product managers, digital product owners, delivery managers, CRM specialists, performance marketers, e-commerce leaders, CRO analysts, UX/UI designers and SaaS customer success professionals.
We use a structured, insight-led approach designed for employers across West Sussex.
We begin by understanding your requirements, working environment, digital maturity and long-term objectives.
We analyse the West Sussex talent market to identify the competitive landscape, expected salary ranges and candidate availability across SaaS, Digital Marketing, Product, Data and Cybersecurity.
Using specialist networks, targeted outreach and data-led sourcing, we identify and engage the most suitable candidates for your role.
Only candidates who align with your expectations — technically, culturally and commercially — are shortlisted.
We coordinate interviews, manage communication throughout and support offer negotiation and onboarding.
th, efficient and high-quality hiring experience tailored to the challenges of the West Sussex recruitment market.
Key patterns shaping hiring across the county include:
From early-stage startups to scaling SaaS leaders, our clients share a common story — hiring made easier, faster, and smarter. At Live Digital, we partner closely with founders, HR teams, and talent leaders to deliver recruitment solutions that truly make a difference. Here’s what they have to say about working with us.
I have been incredibly impressed with the team at Live Digital. Over an intense period of rapid growth within the business they helped us scale our team across Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success. Their attention to detail and understanding of our requirements ensured that each candidate was a really good fit, both in terms of skill set and culture. This significantly streamlined our hiring process and, with their help, we have added high quality talent to the team that is already making a measurable impact.
Operations Director at Dentistry
Live’s attention to detail, friendly consultative approach, and determination were invaluable throughout my search for PPC Execs to join my team. They were always available, following up at every step of the recruitment process. I would have no hesitation in working with them again.
Director of Performance Marketing - Love Holidays
I had an amazing experience working with Live. They impressed me with swift and efficient recruitment assistance—no messing around or time-wasting, just 100% focus. Their industry knowledge and experience were vital in bringing high-calibre candidates to the table
Head of HR at Rehegoo
Live understands our business, has a structured approach, and is always looking for pragmatic ways to move things forward. I appreciate their professionalism and perseverance. Even with challenging projects, they presented a relevant list of candidates.
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Yes — including Crawley, Horsham, Chichester, Worthing, Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, Bognor Regis and surrounding towns.
Absolutely — we cover permanent, interim, contract and project-based roles.
Typically within 48–72 hours depending on role complexity.
Yes — many West Sussex employers now recruit nationally or adopt hybrid working models.
Software developers, cloud engineers, product managers, data analysts, BI specialists, digital marketers and cybersecurity professionals.
If your business is based in Crawley, Horsham, Chichester, Worthing or the wider region, and you’re looking to secure specialist digital or technical talent, we’d be happy to support you.
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