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Lee Keogh

Lee Keogh

Leixlip

Summary

Strategic delivery professional with international experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder talent and workforce initiatives within a global pharmaceutical organisation. Currently responsible for end-to-end planning and execution of international hiring programmes across Commercial and Medical functions, partnering with senior leaders to translate business priorities into structured delivery plans, market intelligence strategies, and measurable outcomes.

Proven track record in project planning, stakeholder alignment, data-driven decision-making, and operational execution across EMEA, CEE & DACH regions, with additional ad-hoc support across APAC. Experienced in managing initiatives from concept through delivery, including requirements gathering, market and risk analysis, strategy development, implementation, and performance tracking against KPIs.

Strong capability in strategic analysis, roadmap development, process optimisation, and governance, with a consultative approach to influencing hiring managers and leadership teams. Adept at operating in matrixed, fast-moving environments where priorities shift and delivery must remain aligned to broader organisational strategy. Holds a BA (Hons) in Leadership & Business Management, with a strong interest in organisational strategy, operating models, and business transformation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Strategic Talent Sourcer International | Commercial & Medical

Novartis
Dublin, County Dublin
12.2022 - Current
  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of international workforce initiatives across Commercial and Medical functions, translating business priorities into structured sourcing and engagement strategies aligned with organisational objectives.
  • Partner with senior hiring managers and functional leaders to define requirements, success criteria, timelines, and delivery risks, ensuring alignment between role design, market availability, and long-term capability planning.
  • Conduct market, supply-demand, and competitive intelligence analysis to inform strategic hiring decisions, advising leadership on feasibility, prioritisation, and optimal delivery approaches.
  • Design and execute multi-channel engagement strategies (research, referrals, events, targeted campaigns), managing initiatives from concept through execution and measurement.
  • Provide data-driven recommendations using market insights, pipeline metrics, and performance indicators to guide decision-making and optimise outcomes across ongoing and future initiatives.
  • Manage multiple concurrent workstreams across regions, balancing short-term delivery needs with longer-term strategic objectives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of recruitment processes, standards, and KPIs, supporting consistent delivery across BAU and campaign-based activity.

Strategic Talent Sourcer EMEA | Commercial

Novartis
County Leitrim
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Supported the planning and execution of regional workforce projects across the EMEA Commercial organisation, operating across multiple countries and stakeholder groups.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers and regional leadership to map talent markets, assess capability gaps, and prioritise hiring initiatives based on business impact and urgency.
  • Delivered market analysis and talent intelligence reports to inform resourcing strategies, improve forecasting accuracy, and reduce delivery risk.
  • Built and maintained strategic talent pipelines to support both immediate vacancies and longer-term organisational planning.
  • Coordinated activity across stakeholders to ensure consistent execution, communication, and governance throughout the hiring lifecycle.
  • Supported process optimisation initiatives by identifying inefficiencies, standardising approaches, and improving data quality and reporting

Senior IT Recruitment Consultant | Software Development

Cpl
Dublin, County Dublin
03.2021 - 06.2022
  • As a Senior IT Recruitment Consultant at Cpl, I specialise in the Software Development sector. I liaise with a diverse array of clients, from internationally recognised multinational companies to emerging start-ups. My expertise encompasses candidates from all walks of experience, ensuring the perfect match for every position.
  • Cpl Resources plc stands as a global leader in recruitment, staffing, and outsourcing services. Our primary mission is to bridge the gap between our clients and the top-tier candidates, guaranteeing the best fits for both parties.

Team Lead | IT & Business Change

Sanderson
County Dublin
09.2019 - 10.2020
  • Directed IT Recruitment: Identified and placed top-tier talent across diverse IT domains, ranging from software development to infrastructure management.
  • Drove Business Change Recruitment: Sourced transformation professionals skilled at steering business transformations, promoting enhanced operational efficiencies.
  • Team Leadership: Mentored and guided a dynamic team of recruitment consultants, ensuring the achievement of collective targets and fostering professional growth.
  • Market Acumen: Maintained an up-to-date understanding of Ireland's IT and Business Change market dynamics, refining recruitment strategies in response to industry shifts.
  • Stakeholder Relations: Built and preserved robust client relationships, positioning their needs at the core of recruitment endeavours.
  • Candidate Engagement: Cultivated a rich pool of potential candidates, consistently matching client specifications with precision and speed.
  • Process Management: Optimised recruitment workflows, raising both efficiency and success rates.
  • Achieved Targets: Regularly surpassed placement and revenue objectives, setting benchmarks for team performance.
  • Regional Networking: Operated extensively across Ireland, leveraging knowledge of regional variances and capitalising on opportunities. Engaged actively in key industry networking events, fortifying professional relationships and staying abreast of sector trends.

Consultant

Sanderson
Dublin, Leinster
01.2018 - 09.2019
  • 360 Recruitment, managing the end to end recruitment process
  • Business Development
  • Research

Padi Master Scuba Diving Trainer

Sairee Cottage Diving
Thailand
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Expertise: Proficient in a range of specialised diving areas, including Wreck/Cave penetration, Underwater photography, Rescue Diving, Deep Diving (up to 40m), and Night Diving.
  • Certifications: Successfully certified over 150 students across all diving levels, culminating in the Master Scuba Diving level.
  • Teaching Scope: Provided instruction for a spectrum of scuba diving courses, from novices to professionals.
  • Safety Oversight: Vigilantly ensured that all health and safety diving regulations were upheld consistently.
  • Notable Statistic: Proudly associated with one of Koh Tao's most active dive schools, located in a region that accounts for 95% of scuba certifications in Asia.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - BA - Business Management and Leadership

National College of Ireland
Dublin
01.2023

Emergency First Response Instructor - Padi Master Scuba Diving Trainer Instructor

Sairee Cottage Diving
01.2017

Pre-Paramedic Fire & Ambulance - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)

Blackrock Further Education Institute
01.2015

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Corporate Strategy
  • Data Analytics
  • Strategy Roadmapping
  • Vision & Mission Development
  • Talent sourcing
  • Market analysis
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Commercial Strategy
  • Stakeholder management
  • Recruitment strategy
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Networking
  • Relationship building
  • Team leadership
  • Process optimization
  • Client relationship management
  • Decision making
  • Recruitment strategies
  • Recruitment marketing strategies
  • Project Management
  • Market awareness
  • HR analytics
  • HR policies understanding
  • Persuasive communication
  • Strategic thinking
  • Performance analysis

Additional Information

  • Scuba Diving & Instruction – Master Scuba Diver and Emergency First Response Instructor: experience in wreck, deep (40m), night, and rescue diving, demonstrating risk assessment, planning, and decision-making under pressure.
  • Underwater Photography – Technical and creative photography in challenging environments, requiring preparation, precision, and situational awareness.
  • Strategic Competitive Games – Active participant in local and international competitive tournaments for strategy-based games, involving long-term planning, probabilistic reasoning, opponent analysis, and adaptive decision-making.
  • Strategy & Leadership Studies – Independent study of historical military leadership, focusing on decisive decision-making, morale management, command structures, and strategic adaptation under uncertainty.
  • History & Geopolitics – Analytical interest in historical and geopolitical dynamics, with emphasis on strategic patterns and long-term outcomes.
  • Hiking – Regular hiking activities with my three children.

Timeline

Strategic Talent Sourcer International | Commercial & Medical

Novartis
12.2022 - Current

Strategic Talent Sourcer EMEA | Commercial

Novartis
06.2022 - 12.2022

Senior IT Recruitment Consultant | Software Development

Cpl
03.2021 - 06.2022

Team Lead | IT & Business Change

Sanderson
09.2019 - 10.2020

Consultant

Sanderson
01.2018 - 09.2019

Padi Master Scuba Diving Trainer

Sairee Cottage Diving
01.2017 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - BA - Business Management and Leadership

National College of Ireland

Emergency First Response Instructor - Padi Master Scuba Diving Trainer Instructor

Sairee Cottage Diving

Pre-Paramedic Fire & Ambulance - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)

Blackrock Further Education Institute
Lee Keogh