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IT giant Wipro embarks on recruitment drive with London office opening

The digital business of global IT consultancy, Wipro, has announced the opening of its new London pod alongside plans to continue recruiting across Europe.

Over the past 12 months, Wipro Ltd has hired over 600 employees and today employs over 4,000 people in the United Kingdom.

Located on Old Street, Shoreditch, the new pod is purpose-built for Wipro Digital’s strategy, design and engineering teams to work in a collaborative and adaptive workspace side-by-side with clients.

Speaking on the occasion, T K Kurien, Chief Executive Officer and Member of the Board, Wipro Ltd said, “Wipro has shared a long standing and synergistic relationship with leading UK businesses over the past two decades.

“Our intimate knowledge of the local market, combined with our global experience and operational excellence allow us to help our clients achieve their desired outcomes.

“Wipro is deeply committed to job creation in the UK and has an abiding interest in engaging closely with the local communities.”

Wipro Digital officially opened its new London pod in the presence of several dignitaries including the UK Minister of State for Trade and Investment, The Rt Hon Lord Maude of Horsham (Francis Maude).

“UK companies, customers and employees have all greatly benefited from Wipro’s investment in this country since 1995,” commented Lord Maude, UK Minister of Trade and Investment. “We are very grateful for their commitment and continued investment, and their decision to locate Wipro Digital’s office here in London. I look forward to seeing the results of Wipro Digital’s innovative work with UK companies, and the new experiences they will provide for customers around the world.”

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