Jon is a retailer-turned-recruitment consultant passionate about how customer service and targeted engagement create business-changing decisions.As a recruitment consultant, he is responsible for approaching the right candidates for the right roles and adding value to his clients on-boarding and talent acquisition strategies. When he isn’t working, you’ll find Jon reading, hunting down vintage collectables, and painting.
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Creative LeadProxime Media May 2020 - PresentSurrey, England, United KingdomFilming & editing client videos, recording podcasts, cover stories, gifs, advertising and marketing by adding a liberal sprinkling of awesome.Building and Developing Wordpress websites for the company and clients. Conducting filmed interviews and producing company branding videos. I also Manage the business' Youtube and Linkedin content. -
Retail & E-Commerce ConsultantProxime Oct 2015 - PresentLondon, United KingdomE-Commerce Talent Acquisition specialist with a proven track record and passionate focus on delivery & Client & Candidate experience.Specialising in Retail and E-Commerce professionals for everything from Platform/Web Development to SaaS Order/Warehouse Fulfillment.Respected as an trusted expert by hiring managers, results orientated & highly motivated
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Talent AquisitionProxime Oct 2014 - Nov 2021Weybridge, SurreyWe are an independent recruitment agency with exceptionally high standards and a dedicated team of experienced consultants. Our specialist divisions provide professionals covering the whole Information Technology sector and Capital Markets. Additionally we are proud of our dedicated Executive Search practice delivering senior appointments both UK and International. With in-depth market knowledge and experience, we deliver effective recruitment solutions throughout the UK and across Europe. We understand the industry challenges and the calibre of candidates needed for both permanent and contract roles. Founded in 2003, Proxime Recruitment builds strong relations with its clients and candidates alike. Many customers have been with us for 10 years, and the company continues to grow through recommendations.As one of the newest members to Proxime, I am committed to building relationships with clients and candidates, my unique and natural approach to recruitment is as refreshing as it is appreciated. My interests outside of work include painting, reading and spending time with my family.
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Retail General ManagerHeroes And Legends Games Ltd Dec 2010 - Jun 2014LondonHeroes & Legends Games Ltd is a chain of Independent hobby stores in Surrey that opened in 2010. While under my management they become the largest Independent hobby chain in London hosting a wide range of Tournaments and Hobby Events.I was responsible for all aspects of day-to-day management of all stores, including:• Setting Financial targets and Sales budgets• Setting Stock levels and investing in forthcoming ranges with full profit & loss accountability• Managing all sales channels within the business and updating the company Internet offering• Directing all organisational Marketing and constantly have active participation from customers• Health and safety of all sites and compliance of teams within this area• Negotiated rates and accounts with suppliers• Driving the cost of business down whilst maintaining company Standards and Service levels• Implementation of company plans, with execution throughout the business• Managed day to day operations for all sites -
Regional Sales ManagerCort Sep 2008 - Dec 2010London, United KingdomRoom Service by CORT is the UKs biggest furniture rental company, having opened their retail chain stores (in 2008) filled with ex show-home and display furniture. CORT Furniture is a niche market retailer with an ever-growing reputation for great prices and fantastic customer service.Responsible for all aspects of launching and the day-to-day management of two stores with off site warehouses, including:• Grand opening of all stores, staying within deadlines & budgets• Meeting budgetary and sales targets with full profit & loss Accountability• Managing all sales floor and warehouse environments whilst developing and training teams• Lead the management team with regard to attaining budgets, development and company standards• Health and safety of all sites and compliance of teams within this area• Ensuring the success of our home delivery service with regard to logistics and expectations• Assessment of medium to long-term plans and sales forecasting• Outlining and driving the marketing strategy, whilst actively growing the sales base and increasing velocity of sales -
Retail ManagerGames Workshop Jan 2004 - Aug 2008Kingston Upon Thames, United KingdomGames Workshop is one of the largest games companies in the world, and is the dominant company in the miniature wargaming hobby. Games workshop has over 250 stores worldwide with 120 operating in the UK.Responsible for the day to day management of the store, including:• Meeting budgetary and sales targets• Day to day management of one of the UK’s top 10 stores• Deputised for Regional Manager in disciplinary matters as and when required• Developed a customer retention plan which is still in operation throughout the company in all 200+ UK stores• Central point of contact for regional promotional events, annual conventions and mentor to 8 junior store managers• Recruitment and training of staff at a regional level• Organised relocation of store to new location • Running the Harrods concession store in tandem with my District stores. • Training and development of the store sales team.• Full Profit and loss accountability.• Assessment of short to medium term plans and sales forecasting• Planning and execution of store events designed to consistently increase store performance• Planning and execution of marketing exercises designed to increase the stores presence on the high streetCompany driven awards Store awarded ‘Most successful store in the UK 2007’ Personally awarded ‘Manager of the year 2007’ -
Deputy Manager - Store ManagerGame Digital Plc Dec 2000 - Jan 2004Kingston Upon Thames, United KingdomThe Game group PLC is Europe's leading specialist retailer of computer software and video games. Game operate from over 800 stores, concessions and franchises in the UK, Eire, Sweden, Denmark, Spain, Portugal, France and Australia.Responsible for:• Management of the operations within the store in the absence of the Store Manager• Managing, motivation and development of the team within the store• Scheduling, planning and marketing new releases and store events• Recruiting and retaining staff• Delivering excellent customer service
Jon Corps Education Details
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Richard Challoner School
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Jon Corps works for Proxime Media
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Jon Corps's current role is Content Creator & Videographer.
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Jon Corps attended Richard Challoner School.
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