Lee Manning
Chelmsford,Essex
Summary
Results-driven recruitment professional with extensive expertise in full life-cycle recruiting, talent sourcing, and pipeline development. Proficient in leveraging applicant tracking systems, social media platforms, and LinkedIn recruiting to identify and engage top talent. Demonstrates mastery in CV screening, competency-based interviewing, and strategic recruitment campaign planning to meet organisational hiring goals. Skilled in recruitment analytics and proactive networking to optimise candidate engagement and streamline hiring processes. Adept at managing internal and external recruitment efforts while fostering empathetic communication and maintaining stress resilience under high-pressure environments. Committed to driving impactful talent acquisition strategies that align with long-term organisational objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist (EMEA)
Percepta
Chelmsford, Essex
2024.07 - 2026.04
- Collaborated with managers and senior stakeholders to deliver workforce solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Managed end-to-end recruitment, from sourcing and screening to interviewing, onboarding and offer management.
- Built strong stakeholder relationships, improving communication, collaboration and hiring outcomes.
- Streamlined recruitment processes and implemented best practices to improve efficiency, candidate quality and team productivity.
- Managed applicant tracking systems and recruitment tools to maintain accurate records and optimise workflows.
- Delivered an excellent candidate experience through clear communication, fair interview processes and timely engagement.
- Ensured compliance with employment legislation, company policies and inclusive hiring practices throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
- Developed talent pipelines and sourcing strategies using LinkedIn, social media and online platforms to attract high-quality candidates.
Talent acquisition specialist
Percepta
Chelmsford, Essex
2022.03 - 2024.07
- Managed end-to-end recruitment, coordinating sourcing, screening, interviewing, offers and onboarding.
- Partnered with hiring managers to define role requirements and deliver high-quality hiring outcomes.
- Built and maintained talent pipelines through proactive sourcing using LinkedIn, social media and online job boards.
- Coordinated high-volume interview and selection processes while delivering excellent candidate experience.
- Streamlined recruitment processes, introducing improvements that increased efficiency and reduced candidate drop-off.
- Ensured compliance with employment legislation and promoted inclusive, fair hiring practices.
- Negotiated employment offers and managed onboarding programmes to support successful new starter integration.
- Strengthened employer branding by fostering positive candidate relationships and implementing employee referral initiatives.
Administrator
Percepta
Chelmsford, Essex
2017.11 - 2022.03
- Streamlined office operations by improving administrative processes, workflows and procedural documentation.
- Prepared reports, spreadsheets and KPI summaries to support business planning and informed decision-making.
- Managed invoicing, billing, databases and data entry, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and reliable record-keeping.
- Coordinated executive calendars, meetings, travel arrangements and company events to support business operations.
- Built strong working relationships across departments, promoting effective communication and collaboration.
- Delivered onboarding support and training for new employees, ensuring smooth integration into organisation.
- Maintained office resources, archives and classification systems to improve operational efficiency and accessibility.
- Conducted data audits and compiled business performance information to support compliance, budgeting and continuous improvement.
Manager
Mitchells Jewellers
Maldon, Essex
2011.10 - 2022.11
- Led and motivated team, delegating workloads to maximise productivity and customer service standards.
- Recruited, trained and developed staff, building high-performing and engaged teams.
- Built strong relationships with customers, suppliers and stakeholders to support business growth and customer retention.
- Managed stock control, inventory and supplier deliveries to maintain product availability and minimise losses.
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring efficient processes and consistently high standard of service.
- Managed budgets, cost controls and supplier negotiations to achieve financial targets and improve profitability.
- Resolved customer and team issues effectively, creating positive shopping experience and collaborative working environment.
- Represented business at networking and promotional events, identifying opportunities to strengthen brand presence and drive sales.
Education
GCSEs -
Brentwood Country High
Brentwood, Essex 1978.09 - 1984.07
Skills
- Full-Cycle Talent Acquisition
- Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development
- CV Screening, Candidate Assessment & Interviewing
- ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter & Recruitment Technology
Technical - Recruitment & Strategic Sourcing
- Recruitment Analytics, Compliance & Candidate Relationship Management
Timeline
Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist (EMEA)
Percepta
2024.07 - 2026.04
Talent acquisition specialist
Percepta
2022.03 - 2024.07
Administrator
Percepta
2017.11 - 2022.03
Manager
Mitchells Jewellers
2011.10 - 2022.11
GCSEs -
Brentwood Country High
1978.09 - 1984.07