Clara Bowe
Aylestone,Leicester
Summary
Strategic and people-focused leader with over 13 years' experience in talent acquisition, leadership development, and inclusive team enablement. Proven track record of building high-performing teams, enhancing onboarding and progression frameworks, and embedding learning cultures that support long-term retention and internal mobility. Skilled in leading cross-functional projects, developing training programmes, and using data to shape effective talent strategies. Currently completing CIPD Level 5 to further formalise HR and L&D expertise. Passionate about inclusive leadership, personal development, and empowering individuals at all career stages to reach their potential.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Divisional Manager
Leaders in Care
Leicester-Fully remote, Leicestershire
03.2022 - 04.2025
- Established and scaled both the private hospital and international divisions, delivering end-to-end recruitment strategy, team leadership, and commercial growth
- Acted as billing manager while overseeing a high-performing team and driving continuous improvement through KPIs, technology, and client insights
- Revenue Growth: Increased division revenue from £9,288 to £515,000, including 680% growth with key clients
- Business Development & Client Engagement: Secured PSL status with major private hospital groups including HCA Healthcare, Spire Healthcare, Ramsay Healthcare, and Cleveland Clinic, expanding market reach and strengthening long-term client partnerships.
- Client Retention: Achieved 75% increase in repeat business by delivering high-quality, consultative recruitment solutions
- Tender Success: Led 90% of the Total Workforce Solutions III tender submission, achieving one of the highest quality score across all Lots, enhancing NHS credibility and securing framework recognition.
- Team Leadership: Built and managed a high-performing team with structured onboarding, incentives, and TAPs to support retention and development
- Data-Led Insights: Used CV:interview:hire ratios, consultant performance metrics, and candidate feedback to improve efficiency and outcomes
- International Campaigns: Delivered global hiring strategies and events, increasing candidate pipelines and retention (95% retention of international hires)
- Compliance & Relocation: Created relocation toolkits and pastoral care packages to enhance onboarding and candidate satisfaction
- Client Solutions: Partnered with stakeholders to design bespoke hiring strategies aligned with workforce needs and business objectives
- Learning & Talent Development:
- Designed and delivered onboarding, induction, and in-role development for recruitment team members, including those entirely new to the industry.
- Conducted regular desk diagnostics and one-to-one reviews to assess learning gaps and create tailored development plans.
- Created structured internal training on recruitment systems, client engagement strategies, and candidate generation.
- Developed internal client information packs and onboarding toolkits to support consistent knowledge-sharing and upskilling.
- Co-developed a clinical training programme for international nurses (OSCE) in partnership with a senior nurse, supporting high pass rates and improved onboarding outcomes.
- Championed inclusive leadership, embedding a culture of psychological safety and performance feedback within a remote team.
- Mentored and supported career development within the team through CPD planning, succession-focused conversations, and personal coaching.
Team Leader, Principal Consultant, Senior Consultant, Recruitment Consultant
TTM Healthcare
Ennis, Co. Clare, Rep of Ireland
11.2013 - 03.2022
- Progressed from resourcer to leadership, supporting both domestic and international projects across NHS Trusts and private providers
- Business Development: Secured PSL agreements with a wide range of major private healthcare providers, including Ramsay Healthcare, Nuffield Health, The London Clinic, BMI Healthcare, Spire Healthcare, and several NHS Trusts, significantly expanding client portfolio and revenue opportunities.
- Bids and Tenders: Supported bid strategy for both NHS and private sector tenders
- Revenue & Delivery: Consistently billed £200–£250k annually while managing teams with annual margins of £650k
- NHS Project Leadership: Independently led the Milton Keynes NHS Trust project (20+ hires/month) and contributed to exclusive contracts with Manchester NHS FT and HSC Northern Ireland
- International Talent Acquisition: Increased global recruitment leads by 30% via targeted LinkedIn and Indeed campaigns, generating £60k+ from single projects
- Operational Improvements: Introduced live chat, CRM enhancements, and best practice playbooks to boost consultant productivity and candidate experience
- Training & Development: Designed onboarding and training initiatives that reduced time-to-productivity and increased retention
- Marketing & Branding: Partnered with marketing teams on dual-branded campaigns, blog content, and employer branding efforts across multiple countries
Education
CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma - Diploma in People Management
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
11.2024 -
National Certificate - Office Administration/Medical Secretary
Ennis College of Further Education
01.2012 - 01.2013
Certificate - Reception & Office Administration
The Ennis Business College
01.2003 - 01.2004
Skills
- Strategic Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Business Development & Client Growth
- Consultative Sales & Account Management
- Team Leadership & KPI Performance
- NHS & Private Sector Recruitment
- Tender Management & Framework Agreements
- Recruitment Marketing & Campaign Optimisation
- Data-Driven Hiring & Reporting
- Stakeholder Engagement & Talent Partnerships
- Policy, Compliance & Onboarding
Accomplishments
Business Development Champion Award – Leaders in Care (2023): Recognised for outstanding achievement in client acquisition, strategic growth, and revenue generation across the hospital and international recruitment divisions.
Personal Information
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Current
Timeline
CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma - Diploma in People Management
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
11.2024 -
Divisional Manager
Leaders in Care
03.2022 - 04.2025
Team Leader, Principal Consultant, Senior Consultant, Recruitment Consultant
TTM Healthcare
11.2013 - 03.2022
National Certificate - Office Administration/Medical Secretary
Ennis College of Further Education
01.2012 - 01.2013
Certificate - Reception & Office Administration
The Ennis Business College
01.2003 - 01.2004
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