Experience

Talos Automation

• United Kingdom
• Automation Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Engineering Director

  • Jan 2018 - Present

  As the Engineering Director for Talos Automation I am responsible for the delivery of compliant man power solutions to international projects. In addition to managing a core client and contractor base I’m also charged with running the day-to-day operational aspects of the team, ensuring every member successfully achieves revenue targets and personal development plans. Talos Automation is a multi-million pound recruitment organisation specialising in engineering staffing solutions within the Automotive, Life Science, Aerospace, Logistics and Energy sectors. Our client portfolio includes a wide range of leading companies ranging from Manufactures, Building Automation specialist, System Integrators, Engineering Consulting Firms & Original Equipment Manufacturers. Regardless of program complexity, geographic location or size of requirement, we will always supply skilled personnel who will help improve quality, reduce costs and increase time-to-market. We have an excellent reputation with clients and candidates alike, who exclusively use us to provide recruitment solutions. Core Responsibilities include; • Developing new business by showcasing the unique solution service Talos can offer. • Delivery of compliant man power solutions to international projects. • Development of the existing pool of talented contractors. • Manage operational activity to achieve agreed NFI. • Recruit, train and develop individuals capable of supporting planned growth. • Promote and motivate a positive operational culture and environment. • Work closely with the Group OD to implement both personal and team development plans. • Negotiate terms of business including SOW’s and Framework agreements. Connect with or contact me today for a confidential discussion, our aim is to offer much more than recruitment but to deliver a tailor-made solution and a high quality service. Ben Vokes Engineering Director bvokes@talosautomation.com +44(0) 2392 314 696 www.talosautomation.com Show less



Excipion

• Associate Director - Procurement & Supply Chain

  • Mar 2015 - Dec 2017

  Excipion, part of the STR Group was established in October 2013, a professional staffing recruitment company specialising in Procurement and Supply Chain. Excipion draws on the combined expertise from our functional specialists to provide a consultative, knowledgeable business partnership.As the Associate Director at Excipion I am responsible for the growth, strategic delivery and day to day operational running of the team. In addition to ensuring every member of Excipion successfully achieves revenue targets and personal development plans, I’m also responsible for managing a client and contractor base.Core Responsibilities include;• Managing an existing client portfolio.• Developing new business. • Delivery of contract solutions to UK based projects. • Development of the existing pool of talented permanent and contractor professionals.• Manage operational activity to achieve agreed NFI.• Recruit, train and develop individuals capable of supporting planned growth.• Promote and motivate a positive operational culture and environment. Consultants at Excipion are experts in their fields. We specialise in placing professionals into permanent and contract roles across a range of markets that include, Engineering, Manufacturing, Professional Service and the Public Sector, we have a comprehensive understanding of these markets, the in-demand skills and the best talent available. We build long-term relationships with all our clients and approach every assignment with the same passion, integrity and energy. For our candidates, we offer a high quality professional service, with access to the best opportunities available. Our skilled consultants take the time to understand your requirements and aspirations for your next career move, and ensure that we find you not just a job, but the right job for you. Show less

• Managing Consultant - Procurement & Supply Chain

  • Oct 2013 - Mar 2015

  Excipion, a professional staffing recruitment company specialising in Procurement, Supply Chain.Excipion draws on the combined expertise from our functional specialists to provide a consultative, knowledgeable business partnership. Excipion, established in October 2013 is part of The STR Group. Consultants at Excipion are experts in their fields. We specialise in placing professionals into permanent and contract roles and have a comprehensive understanding of our markets, the in-demand skills and the best talent available.Our client portfolio spans both the public and private sectors, from blue chip to SMEs. We build long-term relationships with all our clients and approach every assignment with the same passion, integrity and energy. For our candidates, we offer a high quality professional service, with access to the best opportunities available. Our skilled consultants take the time to understand your requirements and aspirations for your next career move, and ensure that we find you not just a job, but the right job for you. Show less



STR Group

• United Kingdom
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Consultant - Procurement

  • Jun 2010 - Sep 2013

  As Senior Consultant at STR I was responsible for recruiting permanent and contract staff within the Procurement and Supply Chain division. My geographical remit covered the entire UK, I worked across a number of industries that include Manufacturing, Engineering, FMCG, Aerospace and Defence. I have been responsible for developing client relationships with several FTSE100 organisations. STR maximise its client offering by working with all areas of their business, our combined expertise from our division specialists to provide a consultative, knowledgeable business partnership. Below a list of recruitment services STR can offer: • Permanent Recruitment • Contract Recruitment • Executive Search & Selection • Management Agents & Master Vendor • Off-Site Interviewing Facilities • Market Knowledge/Advice • Advertising Campaigns Show less



Career Break

• United Kingdom
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Career Break - Travelled Australia

  • Mar 2009 - Jun 2010



Matchtech

• United Kingdom
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Senior Consultant - Architecture

  • Apr 2006 - Mar 2009

  Matchtech is an AIM listed recruitment company, specialising in engineering, built environment and support services. As Senior Consultant I was responsible for recruiting both permanent & Contract staff within the Architectural sector. Matchtech is an AIM listed recruitment company, specialising in engineering, built environment and support services. As Senior Consultant I was responsible for recruiting both permanent & Contract staff within the Architectural sector.