Joseph Gough
South Croydon,Surrey
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong drive to meet targets and a proven track record in business development and client retention. Adept at cash management and working efficiently, while fostering employee relations and engagement strategies. A confident communicator and team player, committed to delivering exceptional customer service and achieving career goals in enhancing organisational success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior recruitment consultant
Kenneth Brian Associates
Epsom, Surrey
2024.08 - Current
- Managed a portfolio of client accounts by identifying hiring needs, proposing tailored recruitment solutions, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
- Handled complex issues effectively during negotiations between candidates and employers.
- Generated leads through relationship building, establishing strong network within industry.
- Cultivated new business opportunities through marketing calls, client visits, event presentations and extensive networking.
- Identified and approached suitable C-level candidates, quickly building strong rapport and conducting executive searches.
Recruitment Consultant
Opus Recruitment Solutions
London
2024.01 - 2024.08
- Created new business by reaching out to new clients and developing relationships
- Offered excellent customer care to clients to increase chances of future collaboration.
- Sourced candidates through social media platforms, validating suitability for available positions.
- Balanced client and candidate needs to achieve outstanding satisfaction ratings.
FIELD SALES CONSULTANT
Fischer Future Heat
London
2023.02 - 2023.12
- Demonstrated products to show potential buyers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases
- Determined prospect needs and crafted appropriate responses to provide information on suitable products and services
- Executed complete sales cycle process, from prospecting through to contract negotiations and closing
- Prepared quotes with accurate and competitive pricing to drive conversion.
FINANCE ASSISTANT
The Fine Art Group
London
2021.03 - 2023.02
- Analysing and producing financial statements for investors, shareholders and board members to review and base company decisions on
- Working with Excel to process credit card transactions, end of month reconciliations, and schedules for prepayments and accruals
- Working closely with my accounts manager to reduce costs from our UK and US offices
- Implemented new efficiency processes, improving speed of task completion.
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
Croydon Coaches (UK) Ltd
Croydon
2019.07 - 2021.03
- Managed payroll, VAT, and insurance claims, contributing to improved financial position of the company
- By processing over 200+ invoices weekly, I ensured the accuracy and efficiency of the financial statements within the company
- Prepared month-end closing entries to maintain detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
Education
AAT, Level 3 -
Kaplan
LondonA-Levels -
Cheam High School
LondonSkills
- Candidate sourcing
- Talent acquisition
- Business development
- Client retention
- Engagement strategies
- Customer service
- Target-driven
- Team player
- Confident communicator
- Cash management
Additional Information
In 2024 summer, myself a long with 3 friends organised a 3-day national football tournament which included over 150+ people from 6 different countries such as England, France, Italy, Germany, Spain and the US. Hosted in England, we organised this tournament over a 6-month period. My role included organising the social media accounts, scheduling as well as transportation. It was a great success and the first of many.
Hobbies and interests
- Football
- Gym
- Beatboxing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior recruitment consultant
Kenneth Brian Associates
2024.08 - Current
Recruitment Consultant
Opus Recruitment Solutions
2024.01 - 2024.08
FIELD SALES CONSULTANT
Fischer Future Heat
2023.02 - 2023.12
FINANCE ASSISTANT
The Fine Art Group
2021.03 - 2023.02
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
Croydon Coaches (UK) Ltd
2019.07 - 2021.03
A-Levels -
Cheam High School
AAT, Level 3 -
Kaplan