Slide 1: Introduction to SThree plc
Introduction to SThree plc SThree ©2026
Slide 2: Introduction to SThree plc
Introduction to SThree plc Introduction to SThree plc We are SThree, the global Science Technology Engineering Mathematics STEM workforce consultancy. We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions. Our purpose Our vision Bringing skilled people To be game-changers together t
Slide 3: We are global: delivering STEM talent in the most important STEM markets
Introduction to SThree plc We are global: delivering STEM talent in the most important STEM markets guided by our market investment model Global footprint 26% 33% STEM global market: £110bn USA DACH ROW £36bn 19% 6% 76% USA £42bn Netherlands Middle East of global STEM including Spain & Asia market b
Slide 4: Our specialist brands are market leaders with clear propositions
Introduction to SThree plc Our specialist brands are market leaders with clear propositions • Our industry specialist brands advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions. SThree operates a group of specialist recruitment brands focusing on STEM industries • All our brands are
Slide 5: Our three recruitment delivery models meet our clients' increasingly complex workforce needs
Introduction to SThree plc Our three recruitment delivery models meet our clients’ increasingly complex workforce needs Independent Employed Permanent Contractors Contractors • Placements to permanent positions • Self-employed contractors • Contractors employed by SThree • Revenue recognised on star
Slide 6: Our unique model underpins our success, driven by global megatrends
Introduction to SThree plc Our unique model underpins our success, driven by global megatrends STEM M Flexible talent S 9% 16% 16% E 30% 41% 84% Net Fees by skill1 Contract Net Fees by service1 Life Sciences 45% 43% Employed Contractor (ECM) Technology Independent Contractor T Engineering Total Cont
Slide 7: Employed contractor model provides platform for future growth
Introduction to SThree plc Employed contractor model1 provides platform for future growth ECM share of Net Fees up 18%pts since FY192 FY19 (pre-pandemic) FY24 FY25 ECM margin 26% 23% 16% 16% 30-40% 39% higher Net Fee margins 41% generated by ECM vs. IC3 74% 84% 84% Contract Contract Contract 45% 43%
Slide 8: Strategic focus on STEM and flexible talent drives our performance
Introduction to SThree plc Strategic focus on STEM and flexible talent drives our performance SThree vs UK-listed staffers1 – Net Fees (indexed to 100) Resilient business model demonstrates higher quality throughout the cycle 133% • Shallower drop during the pandemic 100% 120% 97% • Less volatility
Slide 9: Platform: Technology Improvement Programme
Click on the image Introduction to SThree plc alongside to hear more about our Technology Improvement Programme Platform: Technology Improvement Programme What we have built and the impact today Single coherent technology platform Unlocking efficiencies Enabling scale at incremental cost Future read
Slide 10: Capital allocation policy: core objective to maximise shareholder value
Introduction to SThree plc Capital allocation policy: core objective to maximise shareholder value Maintain a strong balance sheet and sustainable, through-the-cycle dividend Business Capital return to Organic growth Acquisitions improvement shareholders Investing in our people, Digitalising our bus
Slide 11: Our points of differentiation
Introduction to SThree plc Our points of differentiation: well-positioned through a unique combination of focus, scale, digital capabilities and workforce solutions Flexible Talent STEM focus Tech-enabled Strategic partner Our focus on Contract provides We focus only on hard-to-find STEM We are inve
Slide 12: Disclaimer
Disclaimer Certain information in this presentation contain forward-looking statements. By their nature, these statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties, or assumptions that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Forward-looking statement
Slide 13: Thank you
Thank you Enquiries: SThree Investor Relations sthree.com.investor-centre O investorrelations@sthree.com 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ SThree plc brings skilled people together to build the future. We are the global STEM workforce consultancy, placing highly skilled, STEM specialist workers in the