Senior Executive Search Consultant

• Jul 2023 - Present

We find exceptional talent. - 215k+ LinkedIn followers - 20+ Employees - 2 Offices - Global Recruitment for Go-To-Market hires in the SaaS ecosystem - We combine our experience as a historically fast-paced contingent agency now with a search methodology Award-winning, passionate, and true experts, we work hard to build honest relationships. This is why 90% of our placements are with companies we have placed with before. We have placed a candidate in as little as 9 days. Using FJ to place unfilled sales vacancies saves our clients an average of £14,285 per week. We are currently recruiting for exceptional talent for our Manchester and Chicago offices, so if you are an experienced consultant or looking to work for a forward-thinking market leader, please contact me in confidence. Show less

Global Search Consultant

• Mar 2023 - Jul 2023

As a top-performing Global Search Consultant specialising in technology recruitment, I have a proven track record of sourcing and placing top-tier talent in high-demand roles across the globe. My expertise and experience include: - Developing customised and innovative recruitment strategies that meet the unique needs of each client and position, from startups to Fortune 500 companies. - Leveraging my deep network and extensive industry knowledge to identify and evaluate emerging talent and experienced executives for key positions within the technology industry. - Providing valuable insights into industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to help clients stay ahead of the curve. - Building lasting relationships with both clients and candidates through exceptional communication, personalised attention, and a commitment to exceeding expectations. - Driving business success by delivering unmatched value to clients through tailored, strategic recruitment efforts that result in exceptional hires and long-term success. If you're looking for a true partner in achieving your recruitment goals within the technology industry, look no further than my proven expertise and dedication to success. Show less

EMEA Sales Sourcer

• Feb 2022 - Feb 2023

Kong is an open-source API Organisation that helps developers securely manage, control access to, and scale their APIs and microservices. I'm the sole Talent Sourcer responsible for bringing passive sales talent into our processes for EMEA, USA and APJ. *This was a full life cycle recruiting role - end to end* - Led the search for and identification of potential candidates who possess the technical knowledge and sales skills necessary to excel in roles ranging from Enterprise Account managers, Principal Solution Architects, Sales Development Representatives (SDR), Partner Director, IT Manager, Director Marketing EMEA and engineers to name a few. - Created and executed sourcing strategies using social media, professional networks, and industry-specific job boards to find and engage top talent in the field. Worked closely with the wider team to lead sessions on alternative sourcing such as X-ray searching etc. - Managed the initial screening and interviewing process to assess candidate qualifications and fit, and made recommendations for next steps in the hiring process. - Collaborated closely with the hiring manager and recruiting team to ensure an efficient and effective recruitment process, resulting in the selection of the best candidates for the role. - Tracked and reported on recruitment metrics, such as time-to-hire and cost-per-hire, to demonstrate the impact of my efforts on the organization and identify areas for improvement. Show less

Global Search Consultant

• Apr 2017 - Jan 2022

Why choose Lucas Blake?We offer a flexible bespoke service based on obtaining a detailed understanding of you, your business, your market place and the roles that you are searching for:• 'Success Only' service whereby no cost is incurred until a candidate accepts an offer of employment• Advice on remuneration packages• Free use of our purpose built interview facilities located in Altrincham, Cheshire.• Free advertising of vacancies in strategic online media and professional networking sites• Regular progress reports• Access to an ever increasing bank of candidates• A flexible approach utilising recruitment methodologies such as advertised selection, database search and headhunting• Full retained search offeringOur services to Candidates:• A personal interview with a Lucas Blake consultant.• Confidentiality: Your CV will not be sent to any client without your prior permission.• Detailed briefing on clients and roles that meet your requirements.• Regular progress reports to keep you thoroughly informed throughout the recruitment process.• In depth career advice including guidance on CV preparation, interview techniques and remuneration packages.Our recruitment services are free to candidates who are looking to make their next move. If you would like assistance with your search for a new career, please call me on +44 (0) 161 416 6908 for details on vacancies.#JobSearch #JobHunt #JobOpening #Hiring #NowHiring #Resume #CV #Job #Jobs #Careers #Employment #ukjobs #usjobs #itsalesrecruitment #itsales #salesrecruitment #itsalesrecruitmentuk #itsalesrecruitmenteurope #itsalesrecruitmentusa #presalesrecruitment #softwaresalesrecruitment #careerchange #itjobs #jobadvice #jobfair #careeradvice #careercoach #interview #jobtips Show less

Talent Manager

• Apr 2016 - Mar 2017

As a Talent Manager at Lucas Blake, I specialise in the recruitment of high performing technology sales professionals throughout the UK and Europe. My primary focus is to identify the best possible candidates currently working within the IT leadership, sales and technical arena. Lucas Blake is a leading provider of search and selection for technology sales personnel, and my remit often includes identifying individuals that operate within the product verticals of- Cloud/SaaS, application and infrastructure software, managed services, data centre and network infrastructure solutions Communication is a core value of the company I represent, and therefore I adopt a thorough consultative approach when dealing with all parties to ensure that's objectives are clearly identified, and my client's needs are achieved. Positions; Account managers, BDM's, Sales Executives, Sales Managers, Channel Managers, Pre-Sales, Sales Directors, Channel Directors, VP of Sales, General Managers. Show less

Case Handler

• Oct 2015 - Apr 2016

Case Handler at Lloyds Banking Group - Temporary contract position - Conduct a thorough investigation of a case, liaising with the customer and other parties as appropriate - Liaise with the customer and other parties as appropriate via various media (e.g. written, telephone), ensuring a complete record of all information gathered or given is maintained. - Weigh up all relevant evidence in line with current guidance and procedures - Produce a reasoned report detailing your investigations and conclusions in line with authorisation levels achieved using relevant software to provide a full audit trail for the client and the industry regulator - Produce a written response for the customer ensuring a high standard of communication is achieved at all times. - Handle all follow up enquiries and administration in an effective and efficient manner. - To achieve and maintain full accreditation in line with set quality model/standards - To achieve set targets in line with required quality standards, pro-actively reporting emerging issues - Take responsibility for own learning and development, keeping up-to-date with all policy, procedural and regulatory developments, maintaining accreditation and making full use of available structured learning opportunities. Show less

Bar Attendant

• Aug 2014 - Aug 2015

Bartender and Food Runner

• Aug 2013 - Aug 2014