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Imogen Priestley

Imogen Priestley

Leeds,West Yorkshire

Summary

Analytical and detail-oriented History graduate with experience in recruitment operations and digital campaign coordination. Skilled in CRM maintenance, candidate pipeline tracking, and client communications, with hands-on use of tools such as Canva, MS Office Suite, and LinkedIn for outreach and performance reporting. Strong written and verbal communicator with a creative mindset and a structured research-based approach developed through academic and professional environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Recruitment Consultant/Executive Assistant

Position Post
Leeds, West Yorkshire
12.2024 - Current


  • Maintained the candidate pipeline using CRM tools, tracking applicant progress from outreach through to placement.
  • Managed relationships with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and timelines.
  • Formulated job advertisements, company pagers, and social content using LinkedIn and Canva.
  • Monitored response and engagement data, identifying patterns to improve candidate conversion and campaign effectiveness.
  • Supported business development by conducting market research and preparing pitch materials.


Waitress

Shears Yard
Leeds, West Yorkshire
03.2024 - 11.2024
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction through attentive and prompt service.
  • Ensured smooth restaurant operation by effectively managing reservations system.
  • Utilised professional communication skills to resolve customer complaints.

Supervisor & Social Media Manager

Doghouse Bar & Bagel Shop
Leeds, West Yorkshire
01.2022 - 02.2024
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, resulted in increased customer satisfaction rates.
  • Monitored analytics and engagements, adjusting content strategy accordingly.
  • Created and posted engaging content across Instagram and Facebook.
  • Provided constructive feedback to staff for improved performance levels.
  • Reduced workplace conflicts through effective communication and negotiation skills.

Sales Assistant

John Lewis & Partners
Leeds, West Yorkshire
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to meet sales targets.
  • Fostered a welcoming store environment by maintaining clean and well-organised displays.
  • Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly, keeping store operation seamless during peak hours.
  • Monitored trends in consumer behaviour with keen attention to detail.

Education

A Level - English Literature

Tollbar Sixth Form
Humberston, North East Lincolnshire
09.2019 - 06.2021

A-Levels - History

Tollbar Sixth Form

A-Levels - Business

Tollbar Sixth Form

Foundation Degree in Arts - Art & Design

Lincoln College
Lincoln, England
09.2018 - 06.2019

Undergraduate Degree - BA History

Leeds Beckett University
Leeds
09.2021 - 05.2025

Skills

  • Digital: Canva, MS Office Suite, Instagram/Facebook analytics, LinkedIn
  • Organisational skills including time management, multitasking, and event planning
  • Solid communication skills from experience with client and customer facing interactions and teamwork
  • Administrative skills including scheduling, effective CRM management, Outlook, and calendar coordination
  • Analytical skills including market research and data handling

Affiliations

  • History blog: https://threadsofchange7.wordpress.com/

Timeline

Recruitment Consultant/Executive Assistant

Position Post
12.2024 - Current

Waitress

Shears Yard
03.2024 - 11.2024

Supervisor & Social Media Manager

Doghouse Bar & Bagel Shop
01.2022 - 02.2024

Sales Assistant

John Lewis & Partners
09.2021 - 02.2022

Undergraduate Degree - BA History

Leeds Beckett University
09.2021 - 05.2025

A Level - English Literature

Tollbar Sixth Form
09.2019 - 06.2021

Foundation Degree in Arts - Art & Design

Lincoln College
09.2018 - 06.2019

A-Levels - History

Tollbar Sixth Form

A-Levels - Business

Tollbar Sixth Form
Imogen Priestley