Experience

Harris Lord Recruitment Ltd

• Senior Life Sciences & Manufacturing Consultant

  • May 2015 - Present

  Harris Lord is a multidiscipline independent Global Recruitment Consultants with our Head Office based in Horsham in the heart of West Sussex. We are a team of highly respected professionals, working within our respective disciplines and tailor our service to meet our individual client’s and candidate’s needs. Disciplines: Manufacturing Recruitment Marketing Recruitment Office Recruitment Life Sciences Recruitment Harris Lord is a multidiscipline independent Global Recruitment Consultants with our Head Office based in Horsham in the heart of West Sussex. We are a team of highly respected professionals, working within our respective disciplines and tailor our service to meet our individual client’s and candidate’s needs. Disciplines: Manufacturing Recruitment Marketing Recruitment Office Recruitment Life Sciences Recruitment



East Surrey College

• United Kingdom
• Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Business Development Advisor

  • Dec 2012 - May 2015

  Business development, assessor/team management and day to day operational office management including funding, data compliance and work flow. Continuous development of work based learning provision in key frameworks leading to over 130% year on year increase in new starts coupled with solid increases in internal progressions to Apprenticeships. Lead on business development activities including account management, networking and online marketing campaigns making full use of the features on the CRM system. Developed a consultative approach to business development to maximise opportunities with employers. Manage and develop processes within the Employer Services department to ensure that all activity and paperwork is fully completed and audit, funding and Ofsted compliant. Contract management for direct and sub-contracted learners. Manage caseloads and pipelines for assessors and provide them with real time data including review schedules and in-learning updates and working in a dynamic way to ensure they have accurate and timely information to ensure a positive and timely learner outcome. Sole MIS contact within the Employer Services department for all ER related queries and/or issues. Developed several new systems to increase departmental efficiency. Manage databases and websites relating to the departments work. Developed and implemented new lean working practices including employer packs, new audit processes and streamlined review reporting. Ensure H&S information and checks are current and audit compliant for all work based learners. Development of the delivery model for the Traineeships qualification that launched in October 2013 with a focus on progression opportunities to employment or Apprenticeships. Build and nurture external relationships with key stakeholders such as SFA/NAS, ALPS, LEP’s and internals including HOD’s and Directorate. Mentorship and training for new staff joining the college, especially within the Employer Services department. Show less



Real Time Training Group

• Employer Engagement Consultant

  • Sep 2010 - Jul 2012

  Implemented a consultative sales approach for work based learning in the form of Apprenticeships at SME’s through to Multi-Nationals.Focus on both new apprenticeship placements into businesses as well as up skilling eligible existing employees across a range of disciplines including Business & Administration, Customer Service, Team Leading, Management, Sales and Retail.Developed solid relationships with key decision makers including HR Professionals, Departmental Managers, Directors and European Managers.Established a diverse and loyal portfolio of clients in both public and private sectors.Managed the work flow within the South East team to ensure a quality and timely delivery of training and apprenticeship recruitment in relation to agreed SLA’s.Developed a number of multi-site national accounts and successfully managed the service delivery.Daily tasks included Account Management, Team Management, client site visits, B2B sales and negotiating bespoke packages using a combination of government funding and employer contributions.Daily interactions with apprentices, adult learners and clients to understand their individual needs, discuss prior learning and desired outcomes from training from both a learner and client perspective. Frequently and consistently recognised as top performer within the national apprenticeship division.Completed enrolment and compliance procedures with candidates and clients including Health & Safety, safeguarding and eligibility checks. Promoted from Business Development Associate to Office Manager in November 2010Promoted from Office Manager to Regional Manager in June 2011As office manager, introduced new ideas and transformed the Crawley Office from an underperformer to the flagship branch in the South East. Show less

• Business Development Executive

  • Dec 2010 - Jun 2011

  Managing the Crawley Office team and building a network of local contacts and businesses. Working with SME's through to Multi-Nationals, placing Apprentices and delivering work based learning to existing staff through business consultation. Maintaining compliance paperwork including Health and Safety and Training Needs Analysis'. Business Development and Account Management for Key Accounts

• Business Development Associate

  • Sep 2010 - Nov 2010

  Tasked with building a profitable pipeline of clients within the West Sussex and Surrey areas and meeting KPI's with regards to placements and profitability. Educating clients as to the relevant government funding that is available to them.



Kudos Automotive / RnR Auto Design

• Company Owner/General Manager

  • Jun 2005 - Sep 2010

  Sourcing, supplying, customisation and fitting of OEM and aftermarket parts for vehicles. Managed the full life cycle of the company from sales, purchasing, customer service/complaints, recruitment, HR duties, contract negotiations, accounting and other general management duties through to assisting in the warehouse during busy periods. Face to face customer interaction in-store discussing best solutions for bespoke needs and established an e-commerce mail order department sending parts across Europe ordered via phone and email. Supplier and employee negotiations to obtain the best financial and working relations possible. Working to strict and tight project deadlines, especially if vehicles were due to be on display at events. Installing a sense of best business practice wherever possible. Control of cash flow and financial records. Created local and national customisation focused enthusiast sites to enable direct marketing. Developed the business into a market leader in its specialist field. Show less


Premier Showjumps
• United Kingdom
• Office Manager

  • Jan 2005 - Jun 2005

Gold Group
• United Kingdom
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Recruitment Consultant

  • Feb 2004 - Dec 2004

Laser Recruitment
• Staffing and Recruiting
• IT Recruitment Resourcer

  • Jun 2003 - Jan 2004

Mann & Co Estate Agents
• Sales Negotiator

  • Jun 2002 - Jun 2003