Talent Acquisition Business Development
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****.*.*******@*****.*** Pete Jones Midtown - Atlanta, Georgia
British - L2 Visa - Immediate Start
Experienced Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Manager, proven success in Recruitment and Business Development across global markets. Skilled in leading, motivating, and developing high- performing teams to drive strategic talent acquisition and sales initiatives. Adept at crafting impactful recruitment strategies, leveraging data analysis and behavioural insights to deliver tailored talent solutions. Strong track record in achieving revenue targets through strategic sales initiatives and key account management. Effective communicator with a proven ability to build strong partnerships with senior executives and drive business growth. Passionate about continuous learning and staying ahead of industry trends to achieve business success. Professional Career:
Amazon Web Services - November 2021 - March 2025
Talent Acquisition Partner
Collaborated with sales leaders to recruit top talent across diverse sectors, including FSI, Manufacturing, Power, Utilities, Retail, ISV, and SMB.
• Effectively supervise & manage Recruiters, Sources, and Coordinators to consistently elevate the candidate experience.
• Utilised data-driven decision-making, producing comprehensive reports from internal and external sources.
• Engaged with senior stakeholders, actively participating in business team events and delivering impactful presentations.
• Held regular meetings with senior stakeholders to tailor acquisition strategies to meet specific business needs.
• Championed continuous improvement initiatives focused on diversity hiring, return-to- work programs, and implementing data-driven recruitment approaches. Key Achievements:
• Surpassed hiring target by achieving 100% fulfilment before the end of October in the first full year.
• Received 85% positive feedback on candidate experience, exceeding the target of 70%.
• Achieved 55% diverse hires, contributing to a more inclusive workforce.
• Recognised by senior stakeholders for introducing new initiatives, demonstrating effective communication, and delivering exceptional candidate experiences. Certifications
o AWS Partner: Generative AI Essentials
o AWS Partner Sales Accreditation (Business)
o AWS Associate Speaker Certification
o AWS Cloud Essentials Certificate
WRS – United States & UK - April 2020 - June 2021
US Business Manager, Recruitment Manager
Established and grew WRS's footprint in the United States, focusing on core industries including Renewables, Marine, and Technology.
• Assumed P&L oversight for the US Business Unit.
• Conducted negotiations on business terms and led sales forecasting. ****.*.*******@*****.*** Pete Jones Midtown - Atlanta, Georgia British - L2 Visa - Immediate Start
• Identified and pursued new business prospects, delivering compelling sales pitches to clients.
• Leveraged in-depth market expertise to advise both candidates and clients. Key Achievements:
• Pioneered inaugural placements for WRS in the US market.
• Secured agreements with a multitude of new clients, expanding the company's client base.
Michael Page – Houston, Texas - November 2019 - March 2020 Managing Consultant
• Established the Oil & Gas division in Houston, reporting directly to the Executive Director.
• Successfully managed the division until its closure as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Extreme Adventure - UK - November 2018 - October 2019 Events Manager
I took a year away from recruitment to work with Extreme Adventure, where I organised and ran fundraising 5k runs in partnership with charities across the UK to help raise money for various causes.
Airswift - June 2014 - October 2018
Business Development Manager/ Recruitment Manager
Oversaw business development initiatives across Germany, Netherlands, Spain, and France, with a focus on contract and engaged search.
Business Development Recruitment Manager - Papua New Guinea Served as a key member of the senior leadership team, spearheading operations for the 50 million turnover office in Papua New Guinea.
• Led the PNG Recruitment team and cultivated new business prospects in Oil & Gas, Mining, and Infrastructure sectors.
• Diversified service offerings to include Work Permits & Visas, Payroll, and Relocation solutions.
• Successfully managed and expanded accounts with TOTAL E&P and Exxon Mobil, generating $7 million in revenue.
Principal Consultant – Manchester
Focused on the Oil & Gas, Civil Structural, and Subsea sectors within Europe and Africa.
• Delivered top billing performance in the EMEA region in 2016.
• Acknowledged as the top contractor biller, generating £950k in revenue for both 2016 and 2017.
Morson International - Aberdeen - February 2012 - June 2014 Lead Consultant
****.*.*******@*****.*** Pete Jones Midtown - Atlanta, Georgia British - L2 Visa - Immediate Start
Managed the Aberdeen office, directing a team of consultants and driving performance objectives.
• Cultivated and nurtured client relationships.
• Candidate sourcing, facilitated communication between candidates and clients throughout the recruitment cycle.
Hays Recruitment - Manchester - October 10 – January 2012 Recruitment Consultant
Specialised in database recruitment within the IT Division for HAYS for contract and permanent recruitment.
Education
Reaseheath College
Tarporley Community High School
Qualifications & Experience:
First Diploma in Adventure Sport and Recreation
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