Adrian McDonald

Outline

Managed full cycle, end-to-end recruitment for engineering vacancies in security and threat intelligence across the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Evaluated requirements and job descriptions in collaboration with hiring managers and key stakeholders. Provided periodic updates on candidate progress and pipeline development.
• Strategically identified and attracted top talent with a focus on enhancing the candidate journey.
• Conducted initial candidate screening, performed behavioral interviews, and analysed data with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Worked in various positions including Principal Security Engineering Manager, Signal Analyst, Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst, and Security Researcher.
• Managed an average of 19 requisitions simultaneously, ensuring compliance with KPI-driven candidate data standards in the ATS (iCIMS).

Overview

Delivered successful full cycle recruitment services for corporate functions, executive roles, and regional hiring at both HQ locations in The Netherlands and UK.

Responsibilities

• Participated in cross-functional discussions with departmental managers and HRBP's to establish hiring needs, devise sourcing strategies, and align job descriptions.
• Instrumental in streamlining the hiring process across diverse departments including IT, Finance, Strategy & Marketing
• Contributed to the development of innovative hiring techniques, including offline sourcing and referral programs.
• Engaged in continuous improvement of recruitment processes, collaborating with peers and cross-functional teams to drive efficiency.
• Utilised recruitment metrics and market analysis to deliver concise reports and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.

Overview

Served as an integral part of the newly formed FinTech Talent Acquisition team responsible for full-cycle recruitment activities for technical and engineering roles across multiple regions.

Responsibilities

• Implemented effective recruitment strategies for payment and financial system roles across multiple locations including Amsterdam, London, and Bangalore.
• Collaborated with hiring managers to identify and develop job descriptions, helping to achieving ambitious hiring goals for Booking.com's internal FinTech start-up in a fast paced environment.
• Successfully recruited professionals in roles such as Java developer, technical data engineers, technical project managers, and RPA developers.
• Informed organisational talent priorities through in-depth analysis of hiring and retention trends. Executed market mapping and TAM reports to support global talent team objectives. Effectively communicated research outcomes.
• Led cross-functional collaboration with HR & relevant departments to successfully implement a pilot scheme for an innovative internship program aimed at supporting underrepresented groups in the tech industry.

Overview

Managed crucial recruitment efforts across North America for both technical, consultative and strategic roles as part of internal TA team at major German start-up.

Responsibilities

• Focused on recruitment across Northern America for technical and consultative positions like Solution Architects, Management Consultants, and Process Mining professionals.
• Developed and executed innovative recruitment strategies for sourcing highly qualified candidates.
• Performed initial screenings of resumes and applications.
• Determined effective talent pipelines for diverse roles throughout the company, covering hard to recruit areas
• Researched new sources for active and passive candidates using social media platforms.

Overview

Solo founder of a dynamic recruitment agency specialising in global talent acquisition across diverse sectors including technology, digital, and commercial domains.

Responsibilities

• Matched exceptional candidates with leading organisations worldwide after effectively navigating the complexities of the modern job market.
• Grew and leveraged a robust network to consistently deliver tailored solutions to meet the unique hiring needs of clients, driving business growth and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Maintained deep understanding of industry trends and best practices, establishing credibility as trusted advisor in recruitment landscape.
• Efficiently oversaw all aspects of business operations, ensuring optimal efficiency and scalability.
• Implemented tech-driven strategies and tools to optimize candidate sourcing, resulting in increased efficiency without compromising on quality.

Overview

Reported directly to directors at one of the most successful digital recruitment agencies. Led a team of six professionals, driving excellence in billing recruitment operations. Consistently delivered exceptional service to clients and candidates.

Responsibilities

• Strategised and executed successful recruitment initiatives for seamless identification, placement, and retention of top-tier talent to our clients.
• Efficiently managed financial team profit & loss responsibilities alongside providing crucial guidance, training, and support to build a collaborative and high-achieving team.
• Exceeded £15k monthly target within 6 months by self-generating a profitable contract book as billing manager.
• Provided directors with valuable insights and recommendations to inform business strategy, optimize operational processes, and capitalize on emerging opportunities in billing recruitment.
• Fostered professional relationships with team members to quickly resolve various issues.