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Why IT career coach stands out

We’re not just another coaching service. IT Career Coach is designed around you, offering a personalised, real-world approach with proven results, genuine support, and a commitment to seeing you succeed.

Empowering Success

Building Careers, One Milestone at a Time

From humble beginnings to a dedicated IT coaching service, discover the key milestones that shaped IT Career Coach.

Breaking Into IT

First Steps in Project Management

Fahim lands his first Project Management role after a challenging job search. This initial step into IT lays the groundwork for his career journey.

Jun 2010

First Contact Role

Securing a Major Contract with Sony

Fahim’s career accelerates with his first contract role at Sony. This opportunity expands his industry experience and strengthens his IT project management skills.

September 2015

Coaching Success

Wahaj Transitions into Tech

Fahim assists his Wahaj in transitioning into IT. This experience sparks the realisation that others could benefit from similar support and mentorship.

October 2018

Building a community

The Start of Career Guidance for Friends & Family

As Covid-19 impacts jobs, Fahim and Wahaj start informally helping close friends and family members with their career transitions into IT. This marks the beginning of their structured coaching efforts.

March 2021

Joining Forces

IT Career Coach is Official

With demand growing, IT Career Coach is officially launched to offer dedicated coaching and mentorship. This formal step aims to bridge the career guidance gap, particularly within the Muslim community.

October 2023

Our mission

Personalised 1-2-1 Coaching for You

Whether you’re a recent graduate or making a career change, our coaching provides the skills and confidence you need to succeed in tech

Team Members

Get to know our amazing team

With a passion for innovation and a dedication to excellence, we bring diverse expertise to every project we undertake.

Fahim Mukhtar

Project Manager/ Business Analyst

Fahim has over 20 years experience in the IT industry and currently works as a Business Analyst/ Product Owner. Having worked for the likes of Sony, Equifax and the NHS he has a wealth of experience and can provide guidance to anyone looking to pursue a career in Business Analysis or as an ex Project Manager even in the Project Management space. Product Owner | Business Analysis | Project Management

Wahaj Yasin

Data Analyst/ Tech Support

Wahaj decided to switch to IT after being a Science teacher for 6 years and currently works as a Data Architect. The process can be challenging but his transition was made easy by guidance from friends and family. He would now like to share that experience with the Muslim community to help people make the same positive career move. Data | Software Testing | Apprenticeships | Civil Service