About Us

John Armstrong

I began my recruitment career in London in 2000, recruiting ICT professionals across Europe and South America. Travelling and meeting new people from different cultures and backgrounds has always been one of the most rewarding parts of my job and I have been fortunate enough to visit over 80 countries. Having lived in Dubai since 2007 and raising a family here it’s safe to say that I can now call the Middle East my home and it’s a fantastic place to live with opportunities for all. In my spare time I enjoy music, theatre, keeping fit and the occasional round of golf. In over 20 years in recruitment the biggest lessons I have learned have been to be patient, never judge a book by its cover and always go with your gut instinct.

Andrew Teale

I joined JCA in 2014, almost straight out of University and began my career in a Resourcing role supporting Senior Consultants. Having worked my way up through the company I am now the Director for the Technology Practice. One of my favourite aspects of the role is that every day is different, and we as a business are constantly asked to produce high quality results quickly! Having lived in the UAE since 2005 I can definitely call it home. In my spare time I enjoy an active social life, play football and golf on a regular basis.

Richard Teale

I was born and brought up in Kuwait so when I got an opportunity to return to work back in the Middle East way back in 2004 I was only too keen to take it. I can really call the Middle East and the UAE ‘home’ now and as well as raising my family in the UAE, I have been lucky to travel to some quite remote parts of Saudi Arabia and Gulf, as well as visit some historical sites in Jordan and Egypt whilst working on many interesting projects of national importance. In my spare time I enjoy keeping fit and I am a very keen golfer.

Richard Teale

I was born and brought up in Kuwait so when I got an opportunity to return to work back in the Middle East way back in 2004 I was only too keen to take it. I can really call the Middle East and the UAE ‘home’ now and as well as raising my family in the UAE, I have been lucky to travel to some quite remote parts of Saudi Arabia and Gulf, as well as visit some historical sites in Jordan and Egypt whilst working on many interesting projects of national importance. In my spare time I enjoy keeping fit and I am a very keen golfer.

Victoria Flanagan

Holding a BA in Human Resources Management and Services, I am skilled and self-motivated Human Resources & Office Management practitioner with more than 10 years of hands-on experience gained in Ireland, Singapore and the Middle East. I have held senior level roles and covered all disciplines within Human Resources and Office Management, with my approach and purpose to deliver a holistic, quality, results based service to all stakeholders. In my current role I strategically align the office operations and human resources functions at JCA Associates. Displaying excellent communication and interpersonal skills, I enjoy interacting at all levels and with people from different nationalities and cultures. I have worked in various industries including FMCG, Medical Devices and latterly Recruitment. Being an experienced HR practitioner, I have been instrumental in delivering solutions in large organisations as well as start-ups and SME's. In my spare time I enjoy travelling, socialising and reading.

Vihan Slabbert

After completing my BCom Business Management degree in South Africa, I never thought I would become an ICT Specialist Recruiter. Looking back at when I started my Recruitment career, I can safely say I enjoy every moment of it and all the challenges that come with it. Currently, I am recruiting Professionals across Africa where I am exposed to various cultures, people and high-profile organisations which is all part of the learning experience. In my free time I enjoy being in nature, being active and meeting new people. The past few years in recruitment has humbled me and I have dedicated my time to become the hardest worker in the room to ultimately achieve the highest reward.