Kathryn McGeoghegan
Eccles
Summary
Experienced talent acquisition specialist with a proven track record in recruitment coordination. Streamlined hiring processes and improved team efficiency through effective candidate sourcing, interview facilitation, and onboarding strategies. Recognized for building strong stakeholder relationships and enhancing communication to attract top-tier talent.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Business Development Analyst
Latham & Watkins
Manchester
2025.08 - Current
- Identified potential leads for business expansion through market analysis, contributing to strategic planning efforts.
- Communicated with senior leadership regarding latest research on market insights, industry trends, and expansion opportunities.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely project completion and enhance collaboration.
- Assisted in utilising various Latham-specific tools and software to provide guidance or alternative solutions in line with clients' objectives.
- Maintained knowledge of firm's operational processes and strategic goals to support high standards of best practice.
- Updated client records in bespoke CRM systems to ensure streamlined data processes for efficiency.
- Managed record-keeping for company's long-term planning, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and security.
- Processed service requests in ServiceNow ticketing system from initiation to closure, ensuring compliance with service level agreements.
Talent acquisition coordinator
The University of Law
Manchester
2023.10 - 2025.08
- Oversaw end-to-end recruitment of casual workers, collaborating with hiring managers to enhance recruitment strategies.
- Coordinated scheduling of interviews, phone screenings, and assessments with candidates and hiring managers.
- Acted as primary contact for hiring manager and candidate queries, supporting talent acquisition partners effectively.
- Established and managed a temporary recruitment service desk, streamlining recruitment processes. During my time at ULaw I saved the firm over £1 million in agency fees.
- Lead the project for our new ATS, carrying out test scripts and working with focus groups of hiring managers to trial out our new ATS before launching. Was also responsible for all ATS updates and administration.
- Conducted recruitment strategy meetings to ensure continuous improvement in casual worker planning.
- Contributed to talent acquisition projects, enhancing overall recruitment outcomes.
- Supported proactive talent search and market mapping initiatives, enhancing candidate pool quality.
- Created and analysed key recruitment reports, supporting informed decision-making.
Recruitment consultant
Realm Recruit
Manchester
2023.01 - 2023.10
- Delivered recruitment support by engaging with candidates and clients from initial discussions to probation completion, ensuring smooth transitions.
- Facilitated negotiations of employment terms between selected candidates and clients to foster mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Delivered interview preparation guidance to registered candidates, improving their chances of securing positions.
- Tailored CVs of registered candidates to match specific job criteria, enhancing their visibility to clients.
- Increased candidate database by proactively sourcing potential talent through professional networking platforms.
- Coordinated with fellow consultants in the agency to meet larger client requirements.
- Aided in the creation of marketing materials to promote agency services to prospective clients.
Recruitment resourcer
Dwf Law LLP
Manchester
2022.03 - 2023.01
- Assisted in candidate sourcing using LinkedIn Recruiter to expand candidate network.
- Produced job descriptions to attract high-quality candidates.
- Conducted telephone interviews to evaluate candidate fit for roles.
- Coordinated interview schedules to ensure seamless operations.
- Streamlined internal processes for more efficient recruitment.
- Updated ATS to maintain accurate candidate status and facilitate communication.
- Managed all recruitment administration for smoother operations.
- Conducted market research for hiring managers to highlight trends in legal recruitment.
Paralegal
Dwf Law LLP
Manchester
2020.03 - 2022.03
- Handled Defendant Motor Volume cases, coordinating communications between Defendant and Insurer Client to maintain clarity and transparency.
- Assisted senior solicitors by conducting extensive legal research.
- Navigated legal databases proficiently, retrieving relevant precedents swiftly.
- Collaborated with paralegals to streamline processes for complex case resolutions.
- Managed high volume of cases simultaneously, ensuring timely and effective case progression.
Paralegal
Integra Solicitors
Manchester
2016.04 - 2020.03
- Handled MOJ cases for the Claimant, dealing with the client from the site of the car crash to court proceedings if necessary.
- Compiled evidence for use at trial effectively.
- Coordinated with external parties, including courts and barristers, to expedite case procedures.
- Facilitated professional communication between clients and solicitors, ensuring clear understanding of legal processes.
- Streamlined administrative tasks for increased efficiency in office operations.
Waitress
Pizza Express
Manchester
2010.08 - 2016.06
Education
A-Levels - Theatre Studies, English Lit & Lang, Sociology
Urmston Grammar School
Manchester 2010.09 - 2012.07
GCSEs - English Lit, English Lang, Maths, Science Dual Award, Food Tech, German, Drama, History
Urmston Grammar School
Manchester 2005.09 - 2010.06
Timeline
Business Development Analyst
Latham & Watkins
2025.08 - Current
Talent acquisition coordinator
The University of Law
2023.10 - 2025.08
Recruitment consultant
Realm Recruit
2023.01 - 2023.10
Recruitment resourcer
Dwf Law LLP
2022.03 - 2023.01
Paralegal
Dwf Law LLP
2020.03 - 2022.03
Paralegal
Integra Solicitors
2016.04 - 2020.03
A-Levels - Theatre Studies, English Lit & Lang, Sociology
Urmston Grammar School
2010.09 - 2012.07
Waitress
Pizza Express
2010.08 - 2016.06
GCSEs - English Lit, English Lang, Maths, Science Dual Award, Food Tech, German, Drama, History
Urmston Grammar School
2005.09 - 2010.06