With 3 years in government, this candidate has built a solid background as a Talent Acquisition Specialist. Their recent work has included sourcing candidates, briefing hiring managers and managing vacancies, with regular responsibility for candidate sourcing and interviewing. They are comfortable using PageUp, Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter, and are confident learning new systems when processes or reporting requirements change. Colleagues would describe them as practical, detail-focused and responsive, with a consistent focus on accuracy, follow-through and clear communication. One of their stronger recent contributions involved work that reduced time to hire, while they also contributed to initiatives that filled difficult roles. They are used to working with managers, colleagues and external stakeholders, and can adjust their communication style depending on the audience and urgency of the issue. The candidate is particularly strong in offer management and stakeholder management, and tends to approach problems by understanding the detail first before deciding on a practical next step. They have also had exposure to technology, giving them a useful ability to adapt to different operating environments, systems and stakeholder expectations. They are now looking for a permanent full-time opportunity. In their next move, more exposure to complex work is an important consideration. They work best in environments where responsibilities are well defined but there is still room to take initiative. In interview, they present as considered and straightforward, with a preference for giving practical examples rather than overstating their experience.