I'm an enthusiastic logistics recruiter with a knack for finding the right people for the right roles. My days revolve around import/export operations, logistics management, forklift operation, and warehouse staffing. I love connecting skilled professionals with great organisations, helping both to thrive and succeed.What I DoIn the fast-paced world of logistics, I'm the go-to person for finding top talent. Whether it's sourcing an expert import/export coordinator, a sharp logistics manager, a skilled forklift operator, or reliable warehouse staff, I've got it covered. I pride myself on understanding the unique needs of each role and matching them with candidates who not only have the skills but also fit the company culture.My ApproachI believe in building relationships, not just filling positions. My secret sauce? A combination of industry knowledge, a vast network, a genuine interest in people's careers and (ahhhhh) a fair few years of recruitment under my belt. I'm always on the lookout for innovative ways to attract and retain the best talent in the logistics field.

Stellar Evolution – Head of Financial Trading – Candidate Attraction Specialist - Internal Recruiter – Procurement Manager I was brought on board to lead the commercial training arm for the company at both a strategic and operational level. As well as scoping out the entire learning journey for students on the Level 5 Diploma in Financial Trading, it was my responsibility to attract candidates and place them in Trading Houses or other financial companies. Through my role at Stellar Evolution I have built a solid understanding of the formal education processes, structure and requirements in delivering recognised qualification programs to learners. This role has enabled me to build relationships with education and commercial partners including; industry experts, financial institutions, colleges, recruiters and universities. Medidata Solutions - Internal recruitment Short term interim contract to explore new sourcing channels for the Business Development Team providing cloud based enterprise products and services to the life Sciences Industries. The main product was The Medidata Clinical Cloud which is the primary technology solution powering clinical trials for the top global pharmaceutical companies and medical device developers. UHY Hacker Young – Psychometrics Assessor – Recruitment Partner I assist HR with their graduate recruitment campaigns through Psychometric Tests and Assessments. As a SHL Partner I am able to deliver paper based assessments using the Information Technology Test Series as well as web based ability testing, technical tests and OPQ (Occupational Personality Questionnaire). In regards to personality assessments my preference is to use Facet 5 based on the ‘Big 5’ model of personality.

Bank of New York Europe/Bravura Solutions – Recruitment Specialist – Technical Recruiter Providing recruitment of IT staff in a number of different roles from Helpdesk Analyst to Programme Managers. Including but not limited to: SQL DBAs; C# Developers, Systems Testers, Business Analysts, Project Managers, Business Development Managers, Release and Configuration Managers. I was heavily involved in their graduate recruitment programme and alongside the hiring managers would (using Facet 5) provide a role template for each position and plan an assessment day. The recruitment process involved writing job specs, attracting candidates through various media channels, selection via telephone interviews, email exercises and Psychometric tests. Dubai International Finance Centre – Retained Recruitment Specialist I was retained by DIFC to recruit a number of staff for their new London office including the centre manager and support team. First Interviews were held in London and I oversaw logistics for travel to Dubai for the final interviews. As well as the retained assignment I was on their Preferred Supplier List for international recruitment and I now have an extensive network of contacts in Dubai and the Middle East. Due to my knowledge of the local recruitment market I was approached to write a strategic document for Aon Hewitt for their internal recruitment processes.

Delivering recruitment and HR solutions for clients such as: NYSE Euronext, Bank of New York Europe, Liberum Capital, Collins Stewart, Dubai International Finance Centre, UHY Hacker Young and Stellar Evolution . NYSE Euronext – 360 Recruiter – Talent Acquisition – Service Delivery Manager – Contingent Work Force Manager I recruited staff for the IT and business departments which comprised writing job descriptions, attracting candidates via various media, candidate appraisal, selection, rate negotiation, contract administration and building a pipeline of potential future hires. I oversaw the onboarding process for all new starters which included pre-employment screening, confirming adherence to client policy (security and data protection, web browsing, personal trading and confidentiality policies). I oversaw the approval, renewal and termination of contracts. I wrote and delivered guidelines regarding compliance within employment legislation for the contingent workforce. Making sure our client was fully compliant and understood the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) and its subsequent updates. I also regularly updated policy documents on the EAA Regulations, IR35 and the Onshore Intermediaries’ Act. Working closely with HR I supported hiring managers with developing job descriptions, salary thresholds, benchmarking, market mapping, MIS and related recruitment reports. I managed an exclusive and very successful Ad campaign to hire graduates and senior IT staff. Adhering to strict company guidelines and liaising with the Ad agency from first copy to production in the national press. This resulted in the desired hires and increased awareness of the Company’s brand image. Providing a weekly/monthly payroll service for Contractors and Temporary workers including all aspects of contract administration. This entailed being legally responsible for a vast number of staff on a £250,000 monthly payroll.

I joined Reed Riggs which later became Virtualpurple.com in February 1998 as a Recruitment Consultant concentrating on the supply of both contract and permanent IT staff. This involved generating new business leads and accounts to ensure individual monthly targets were met and exceeded. Involved client canvassing, following warm leads, cold calling, tendering for Preferred Suppliers List status. Networking for suitable candidates. Qualifying individuals technically and personally to ensure good client/candidate fit. This involved telephone screening, face-to-face interviewing (competency and in-depth based) testing/assessing, attending seminars and candidate functions. Key Account management – servicing the clients through visits, corporate functions, recruitment strategy meetings enabling me to provide a value-added service compared to some of the other (larger) companies on the Preferred Suppliers Lists. Contractor Management – involving, rate negotiation, extensions, payroll and contract issues (I was the point of contact for contract issues). Involved in agency management and recruitment co-ordination for corporate clients. This involved the sourcing of partner agencies, agency briefings, rate negotiations, writing job specifications and developing recruitment strategies for our clients.

Business development within the Ministry of Defence via the official DGITS catalogue. Meet with clients to assess their training needs and present proposals for specific training requirements. Provide a high level of customer service in accordance with BS5750 quality procedure. Liaise with lecturers and work in conjunction with the course development team. Develop marketing plans and literature to support business development.

Given far too much responsibility in the Artillery section of Edinburgh & Heriot-Watt University Officer Training Corps. Specialism - last man standing at the bar.