Ben Jones
Chelmsford,Essex
Summary
Accomplished recruitment professional with extensive expertise in technical and operational recruiting for Global Investment Banks, Asset and Wealth Management organisations. Covering talent acquisition and executive search from sourcing and screening, through to, offer management and after placement care. Proficient in CV screening, interviewing techniques, and utilising Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to streamline hiring processes. Demonstrated success in diversity promotion and compliance monitoring, ensuring inclusive hiring practices. Adept at stakeholder communication, coaching and mentoring, and developing effective recruitment strategies. Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace while continuously enhancing recruitment processes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Recruiter
UBS
London
06.2014 - 12.2024
- Improved overall recruitment success by developing comprehensive candidate screening process
- Reduced time-to-hire year on year with introduction of innovative, pro-active sourcing techniques and by working 'smarter and harder'
- Managed super high volume by adapting working approach when working alone
- Integrated back to team becoming coach to new joiners
- Hosted multiple job fairs (internal and external) resulting in larger candidate pools and increased brand awareness
- Designed training programmes for new recruits ensuring faster acclimatisation
- Trained new recruitment team members to ensure full understanding of the technology used and the complex recruitment process in place
- Initiated successful diversity recruitment plans, enhancing workplace inclusivity
- Inputted to the integration of new technology to enable automated testing and interview scheduling
- Liaised frequently with department managers, gaining understanding about specific staffing needs and preferences
- Screened candidates, conducted interviews and selected ideal talent to fill open roles
- Built and strengthened successful relationships with external recruiters and agencies
- Key in PSL selection process
- Designed and presented 'Hire the best' guidelines and interviewing techniques to hiring managers, interviewers and decision makers
- Educated line managers on policy and process changes for implementation
- Concurred with department managers to forecast future hiring needs and requirements
- Worked closely with stakeholders, promoting cohesive approach to recruitment strategies, processes and compliance
Sourcer
UBS
London
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Joined UBS permanently as part of Tupe Regulation process when Allegis/UBS contract was not renewed
- Established strong relationships with potential candidates through proactive communication strategies
- Resourced and recruited staff internally and externally to promptly fill positions
- Screened candidates, conducted interviews and selected ideal talent for open roles
- Met with managers to discuss vacancies, applicant qualifications and characteristics of high-performing candidates
- Briefed candidates about responsibilities, salary and job benefits
- In addition to interview preparation and candid interview feedback
Sourcer
Allegis
London
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Joined a team of 3 on site at UBS as a Sourcer, Coordinator, Researcher
- Responsible for the Operations and Technology recruitment for all live UK based vacancies
Senior consultant
Empiric Solutions
London
11.2011 - 06.2014
- Led a small team to deliver technology candidates to the Asset Management market
- Enhanced client relationships by providing strategic advice and solutions
- Conducted in-depth market research to gain industry insights
- Facilitated training workshops to improve team skills
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for project completion
- Negotiated contracts with clients and potential clients, securing beneficial terms
Senior Technology Recruitment Consultant
Thomson Keene Associates
London
04.2009 - 11.2011
- Part of a team delivering account based technology candidates to large scale financial services clients in Asset management and investment banking
- Identified potential candidates pro-active sourcing methods
- Built and managed relationships with hiring managers to deliver against, identified recruitment needs
- Conducted screening calls to assess candidate suitability and interest
- Formulated effective job advertisements for various roles across industries
- Enhanced candidate database by actively reaching out to prospective talent on professional networking platforms
- Negotiated employment terms between successful candidates and clients, ensuring a win-win situation
- Participated in career fairs and networking events to promote the recruitment agency's services
- Maintained regular follow-up with placed candidates to ensure their smooth transition into new roles
- Collaborated closely with other consultants within the agency for meeting larger client demands
- Provided constructive feedback to unsuccessful candidates post interviews, aiding their future job search efforts
- Upheld strict confidentiality of all client and candidate information as per data protection guidelines
- Handled high-volume recruitment during peak seasons without compromising on quality of hire
- Offered guidance around interview preparation techniques to registered candidates, enhancing their chances of success
- Enhanced workplace equality through tactical recruitment and training development
Technology Recruitment Consultant
JM Group
London
03.2007 - 01.2009
- Part of a team delivering technology and operations candidates in to Barclays Bank and other FS based clients
- Identified potential candidates for client requirements through active sourcing methods
- Managed relationships with hiring managers to tailor sourcing approach
- Conducted pre-interview short list calls to assess candidate suitability and interest
- Formulated effective job descriptions for various roles across industries
Account Executive (sourcer)
Lorien
London
04.2006 - 03.2007
Resourcing Consultant
Intellect
London
07.2005 - 03.2006
- Sourcing and managing multiple vacancies on busy Technology and operations financial services desk
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Science and Leisure Management - Honors
University of West London
01.1998 - 01.2001
A-Levels - Physical Education, Business Studies
Wanstead High School
01.1996 - 01.1998
GCSEs - Mathematics, Science x2, English x2, Business Studies, Geography, History
Beal High School
01.1990 - 01.1996
Skills
- Technical recruiting
- Interviewing techniques
- Cv screening
- Compliance monitoring
- Recruitment strategies
- Talent acquisition
- Diversity promotion
- Executive search
- Talent scouting
- Hiring and training
- Stakeholder communication
- Coaching and mentoring
- Diversity and inclusion
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Hobbies
- Academy Goalkeeping Coach in the winter and Youth Cricket Coach in the summer
- Keen Golfer
Timeline
Sourcer
UBS
06.2017 - 01.2019
Recruiter
UBS
06.2014 - 12.2024
Sourcer
Allegis
06.2014 - 06.2017
Senior consultant
Empiric Solutions
11.2011 - 06.2014
Senior Technology Recruitment Consultant
Thomson Keene Associates
04.2009 - 11.2011
Technology Recruitment Consultant
JM Group
03.2007 - 01.2009
Account Executive (sourcer)
Lorien
04.2006 - 03.2007
Resourcing Consultant
Intellect
07.2005 - 03.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Science and Leisure Management - Honors
University of West London
01.1998 - 01.2001
A-Levels - Physical Education, Business Studies
Wanstead High School
01.1996 - 01.1998
GCSEs - Mathematics, Science x2, English x2, Business Studies, Geography, History
Beal High School
01.1990 - 01.1996
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