Episode 8

Scaling Tech Teams with Andy Norton

Published on: 26th November, 2025

More Than A CV is proudly sponsored by Biometric Talent - https://biometrictalent.com/

In this episode of the More Than a CV podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Andy Norton, VP of Technology at Flipdish. They discuss Andy's career journey from software engineering to leadership roles, the challenges of scaling teams at Cinch, and the importance of hiring for culture and capability.

Andy shares insights on continuous improvement, the impact of AI on engineering, and strategies for maintaining high performance during rapid growth. The conversation emphasizes the need for clear principles and constraints to empower teams and drive innovation.

Connect with Andy here – Andy Norton | LinkedIn

Check out careers at Flipdish here – Careers | Flipdish


✨ If you’d like to appear as a guest or suggest topics for future episodes, connect with Sean – Sean Allen | LinkedIn

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More Than A CV is a podcast where Tech and Talent Acquisition Leaders share their knowledge and experience on improving hiring practices, innovative ways to approach hiring and how we need to look at candidates as more than a CV.

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Sean Allen

Sean Allen is Key Accounts Director at Biometric Talent, leading a brand-new division focused on building key client relationships and delivering tailored solutions that genuinely enhance our clients' internal TA efforts, helping organisations scale their tech teams with innovative, data-driven strategies.

Prior to joining Biometric Talent, Sean transitioned from a background in Tech recruitment to overseeing company-wide recruitment operations specialising in the entire recruitment lifecycle. With over 17 years of experience, Sean is proficient in navigating the challenges of talent acquisition within a competitive digital landscape, pioneering strategies to attract top-tier talent.