An experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist, this candidate brings 8 years of experience gained in financial services. Their recent work has included briefing hiring managers, sourcing candidates and managing vacancies, with regular responsibility for interviewing and talent pipelining. They are comfortable using PageUp, LinkedIn Recruiter and SmartRecruiters, and are confident learning new systems when processes or reporting requirements change. Colleagues would describe them as clear in communication and confident with stakeholders, with a consistent focus on accuracy, follow-through and clear communication. One of their stronger recent contributions involved work that improved hiring manager communication, 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 stakeholder management and end-to-end recruitment, and tends to approach problems by understanding the detail first before deciding on a practical next step. They have also had exposure to professional services, 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, greater responsibility is an important consideration. They are open to hybrid working where the role allows it and value clear expectations around performance. In interview, they present as considered and straightforward, with a preference for giving practical examples rather than overstating their experience.
