Darren McConnell
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Alicia Cook
I've worked with Darren both as a candidate and also as an employer - so I've seen both sides of his business. When Darren screened me as a candidate it was the most challenging interview of my career. (I remember it vividly - even 6 years on.) I appreciate the level of screening he undertakes, because when he sends candidates to me I know they've also been put through their paces. Darren is straight to the point, and brings good humour and efficiency to the recruitment process. On the other side of the fence - Pinpoint is good to it's contractors, runs an efficient back end with a high level of service and communication. I like working with them and consider Pinpoint a very decent and ethical business partner.
Robyn Baker
Darren has an inate ability to think outside the square and provide outstanding candidates to fit, at times, difficult briefs. He is tenancious in his approach, winning both the confidence of his candidates and client. He placed excellent candidates at Sydney Ports during the time I was in charge of Recruitment, all of whom are still there.
Alicia Cook
I've worked with Darren both as a candidate and also as an employer - so I've seen both sides of his business. When Darren screened me as a candidate it was the most challenging interview of my career. (I remember it vividly - even 6 years on.) I appreciate the level of screening he undertakes, because when he sends candidates to me I know they've also been put through their paces. Darren is straight to the point, and brings good humour and efficiency to the recruitment process. On the other side of the fence - Pinpoint is good to it's contractors, runs an efficient back end with a high level of service and communication. I like working with them and consider Pinpoint a very decent and ethical business partner.
Robyn Baker
Darren has an inate ability to think outside the square and provide outstanding candidates to fit, at times, difficult briefs. He is tenancious in his approach, winning both the confidence of his candidates and client. He placed excellent candidates at Sydney Ports during the time I was in charge of Recruitment, all of whom are still there.
Alicia Cook
I've worked with Darren both as a candidate and also as an employer - so I've seen both sides of his business. When Darren screened me as a candidate it was the most challenging interview of my career. (I remember it vividly - even 6 years on.) I appreciate the level of screening he undertakes, because when he sends candidates to me I know they've also been put through their paces. Darren is straight to the point, and brings good humour and efficiency to the recruitment process. On the other side of the fence - Pinpoint is good to it's contractors, runs an efficient back end with a high level of service and communication. I like working with them and consider Pinpoint a very decent and ethical business partner.
Robyn Baker
Darren has an inate ability to think outside the square and provide outstanding candidates to fit, at times, difficult briefs. He is tenancious in his approach, winning both the confidence of his candidates and client. He placed excellent candidates at Sydney Ports during the time I was in charge of Recruitment, all of whom are still there.
Alicia Cook
I've worked with Darren both as a candidate and also as an employer - so I've seen both sides of his business. When Darren screened me as a candidate it was the most challenging interview of my career. (I remember it vividly - even 6 years on.) I appreciate the level of screening he undertakes, because when he sends candidates to me I know they've also been put through their paces. Darren is straight to the point, and brings good humour and efficiency to the recruitment process. On the other side of the fence - Pinpoint is good to it's contractors, runs an efficient back end with a high level of service and communication. I like working with them and consider Pinpoint a very decent and ethical business partner.
Robyn Baker
Darren has an inate ability to think outside the square and provide outstanding candidates to fit, at times, difficult briefs. He is tenancious in his approach, winning both the confidence of his candidates and client. He placed excellent candidates at Sydney Ports during the time I was in charge of Recruitment, all of whom are still there.
Experience
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Pinpoint Talent
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Australia
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Nov 2015 - Present
Pinpoint Talent was formed in 2015 and has grown organically since then. Our Principles and staff bring a wealth of recruitment experience, business acumen, a network of talented candidates and established clients. Our approach is about quality over quantity. We offer extensive recruitment expertise through experienced consultants with a focus on understanding culture, providing sophisticated capability assessments and building strong relationships that help our clients identify and secure talent that will drive their move to improve. Pinpoint provide the following recruitment solutions: Executive Search, Permanent Recruitment, Contract Recruitment, Contractor Payroll Services, Career Transition Advice. Show less
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Pivotpoint Partners
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Australia
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Dec 2020 - Present
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Career Corporation
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Australia
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Human Resources Services
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Owner
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Mar 2003 - Present
Established in 2003, Career Corporation is a provider of a range of human resource services that support both organisations and individuals during times of change. Our focus on building and maintaining relationships ensures we develop long lasting partnerships with our clients, many of whom see us a trusted advisor. Specialties Career transition, recruitment, HR consulting, talent acquisition, strategy, process improvement & outsourcing, outplacement, performance management, organisational design Show less
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Cronulla Sharks
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Australia
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Non Executive Director - Vice Chairman
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2013 - Dec 2018
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Consultant PCEHR Resourcing
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Oct 2010 - Sep 2011
Development of strategic sourcing strategy from concept to delivery for a national COAG funded IT program in electronic health. Development of strategic sourcing strategy from concept to delivery for a national COAG funded IT program in electronic health.
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Manager
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Nov 2009 - Mar 2010
Lead the development of new business initiative to offer a broad range of human resource solutions to national client base. Business case development, scoping, product development, marketing and resourcing prior to launch. Lead the development of new business initiative to offer a broad range of human resource solutions to national client base. Business case development, scoping, product development, marketing and resourcing prior to launch.
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Manager NSW/ACT
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Jan 2008 - Oct 2009
As part of the integration of the Fingerprint business into Data# 3 after the sale my role focussed on ensuring a smooth transition of staff and continuation of profitability during earn out period. As part of the integration of the Fingerprint business into Data# 3 after the sale my role focussed on ensuring a smooth transition of staff and continuation of profitability during earn out period.
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Fingerprint Recruitment
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Sydney, Australia
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Business Owner
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Mar 2003 - Dec 2007
As founder of this business this role was varied as the organisation scaled from start up to potential acquisition target. As the business grew I was responsible for leading the organisation, motivating a sales team, developing new business and scaling our product offerings. Responsible for full P&L, marketing, brand and growth. Prepared the business for exit and improving profitability prior to leading the sale process. As founder of this business this role was varied as the organisation scaled from start up to potential acquisition target. As the business grew I was responsible for leading the organisation, motivating a sales team, developing new business and scaling our product offerings. Responsible for full P&L, marketing, brand and growth. Prepared the business for exit and improving profitability prior to leading the sale process.
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MIG Consulting
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Sydney, Australia
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Director
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Mar 1998 - Jan 2003
Founding Director of broad based HR consulting business with strong emphasis on change management; productivity improvement; introduction of annualised salaries into manufacturing environments & industrial relations. Lead change initiatives in highly unionised environments as a facilitator driving productivity improvements that were sustainable and benefited both parties. Founding Director of broad based HR consulting business with strong emphasis on change management; productivity improvement; introduction of annualised salaries into manufacturing environments & industrial relations. Lead change initiatives in highly unionised environments as a facilitator driving productivity improvements that were sustainable and benefited both parties.
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Pacific Brands
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Sydney, Australia
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Human Resources Manager
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Jun 1994 - Jan 1998
Dunlop Slazenger & Dunlop Footwear As key member of leadership team in both organisations these roles included investigation of ongoing manufacturing in Australia and attempts to improve productivity in unionised environments. Drove change agendas, negotiated EBA's, developed and implemented strategies for workforces of between 200 - 350. Oversaw transfer of manufacturing to offshore production and subsequently managed large scale downsizing. Dunlop Slazenger & Dunlop Footwear As key member of leadership team in both organisations these roles included investigation of ongoing manufacturing in Australia and attempts to improve productivity in unionised environments. Drove change agendas, negotiated EBA's, developed and implemented strategies for workforces of between 200 - 350. Oversaw transfer of manufacturing to offshore production and subsequently managed large scale downsizing.
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Westpac
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Australia
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Recruitment
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Feb 1994 - May 1994
Short term contract managing over 5000 applications for the graduate program. Review applications, undertake interviews and make recommendations across all disciplines for the annual intake of 100 graduates. Short term contract managing over 5000 applications for the graduate program. Review applications, undertake interviews and make recommendations across all disciplines for the annual intake of 100 graduates.
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Unilever
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United Kingdom
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Manager
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Nov 1989 - Jan 1994
Worked across 2 divisions and 3 sites within Unilever. Commenced at North Rocks Lever Rexona which was a combined head office and manufacturing site. Responsible for broad range of HR activities including performance management, induction, recruitment, industrial relations and safety. Transfered to the Minto Lever Rexona site which manufactured powdered and liquid detergents with a greater focus on industrial relations on a highly unionised site with five unions. Key focus was building relationships with workforce and influencing change. Key member of site negotiating team during site shutdown culminating in the loss of over 200 jobs. Moved onto Unifoods manufacturing facility which produced coffee and tea. Lead HR initiatives primarily in employee relations area. Show less
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Dept of Social Security
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Sydney, Australia
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Human Resources Manager
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May 1986 - Oct 1989
Entry role into HR which provided solid skills in payroll, interviewing and policy. Entry role into HR which provided solid skills in payroll, interviewing and policy.
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Education
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1993 - 1996
University of Technology Sydney
MBus, Industrial Relations, ER -
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Australian Institute of Company Directors
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St Patricks College Sutherland
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