Lindsey Lewis
UK
Summary
Passionate, results-driven Recruitment Consultant hiring across diverse sectors. Focused on building and maintaining exceptional client relationships and developing candidate trust. Experience in running a small recruitment business, managing operational processes and procedures to achieve business success. Skilled in digital marketing, events, creative advertising and brand development. Focused, ambitious, and motivated to achieve goals and objectives
Overview
13
13
years of post-secondary education
24
24
years of professional experience
Work history
Freelance Recruitment Consultant
2025.06 - Present
- Developed business relationships through commission-based sales strategies, enhancing business development and candidate engagement.
- Worked on recruitment for roles in marketing, IT, operations, and hospitality, facilitating diverse hiring needs.
- Sourced and vetted candidates while building robust databases to streamline recruitment processes.
Events
Wolverhampton Art Gallery
2025.09 - 2026.04
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Career Break
2023.08 - 2025.03
- Purchased my first house in 2024 and made significant renovations over 14 months, learning several trades.
- Took a career break following the closure of Esanda Recruitment, focusing on personal healing after multiple bereavements.
- Travelled extensively while pursuing passions in art, drawing, and cookery, enhancing creativity and cultural appreciation.
Director
Esanda Recruitment
2007.10 - 2023.07
- Co-owned boutique recruitment company Esanda, a leading iGaming headhunting specialist for global gaming operators across all products and functions. Initially worked in administration and operations alongside my business partner. We then built the business and employed up to 12 staff in London office. Managed marketing, HR, and operations, driving business growth and enhancing employee performance. Then moved into resourcing and eventually 360 recruitment as the company downsized. Have since recruited in a variety of roles at different levels globally. Diversified into two cryptocurrency roles during tenure at Esanda before company closure at end of 2023
Recruitment, HR and Business Development
FUN Token
London
2021.11 - 2023.03
- FUN token is a listed, active Cryptocurrency token focused on crypto Casino betting
- Hired as a Business Development Manager to negotiate token listings and exposure with exchanges.
- Secured new marketing partners to enhance visibility of token across social and crypto media outlets.
- Negotiated costing and timing with potential partners and closed agreements.
- Worked closely with marketing, finance and product teams to promote FUN token to partners.
- Attended conferences and managed sponsorships to represent the company.
- Moved into a mainly recruitment role with remit for hires in IT, marketing and product.
- Transitioned to a recruitment role focused on sourcing hires for IT, marketing, and product teams.
- Facilitated two successful placements while developing a comprehensive database of crypto-experienced candidates.
- RFL: All UK team were made redundant as the owners wanted to have an Asian base.
Recruitment Consultant - USA and Canada
Esanda Recruitment
, Canada
2019.09 - 2021.07
- Returned to Esanda Recruitment after the Crypto role at BETR, consulting for the North American market as there was a surge in roles coming through due to the USA iGaming market opening.
- Recruited senior positions in IT, creative, and marketing for sportsbook products, enhancing talent acquisition efforts.
- Developed relationships with new clients and built a solid reputation through my style and delivery.
- Offered guidance around interview preparation techniques to registered candidates, enhancing their chances of success.
Marketing Executive
BETR Token
London
2017.11 - 2019.09
- BETR was the leading sports betting Cryptocurrency token
- Was part of the ICO (Initial Coin Offering fundraising stage) Raised over $5m through various marketing offerings, networking and media advertising.
- Launched the crypto sports betting app to the deadline, meeting the token holders’ expectations.
- Redesigned the BETR website and betting app, including a full rebrand as the company evolved.
- Worked with CRM organisation to prepare detailed marketing forecasts on a daily, weekly and quarterly basis.
- Implemented marketing plans for new product launches, working to meet key milestones and deadlines.
- Conceptualised targeted social media and digital marketing content for social platforms.
- Coordinated and managed sponsored events, serving as a key speaker alongside the CEO.
- RFL BETR closed in 2019 due to industry and financial difficulties.
- Managed PR activities, fostering positive relationships with key industry influencers and media representatives.
Recruitment Consultant
Esanda Recruitment
London/Barcelona
2014.08 - 2017.07
- Esanda experienced a large increase in roles in Europe, resulting in an in-house position in Barcelona.
- Sourced candidates via job boards and social media, ensuring alignment with role requirements.
- Ensured timely closure of open positions by proactively coordinating between clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process.
- Offered guidance around interview preparation techniques to registered candidates, enhancing their chances of success.
- Improved client retention to maintain market-leading position in iGaming recruitment.
- Placed roles in marketing and creative for one of the largest iGaming companies.
- Negotiated pricing and advertising terms with job boards to optimise recruitment resources.
Marketing Manager, Resourcer and Administrator
Esanda Recruitment
London
2007.10 - 2014.01
- Trained in IT, CRM and marketing systems while managing administration duties at Esanda Recruitment.
- Progressed to training in candidate sourcing to aid senior recruiters and build company database.
- Transitioned into marketing role to enhance company reputation and attract new clients.
- Built a new website, producing high-quality content and creating company brand voice and messaging.
- Formulated and implemented marketing strategies to drive client and candidate engagement.
- Exhibited at major conferences and sponsored media outlets to maximise company visibility.
- Eventually moved into a full recruitment role while still managing marketing and operations.
General Manager
Ten Square Hotel
Belfast
2005.01 - 2007.09
- Managed daily operations of bars and restaurants in one of Belfast's most prestigious and busy venues.
- Exceeded sales targets daily and achieved the most profitable quarter in the company's history.
- Oversaw recruitment and training of staff for bars and restaurants, ensuring high service standards and team readiness.
Travel Worldwide
2003.07 - 2004.12
- Travel to over eight different countries, including China, Australia, New Zealand and the USA
Interior Architect
Freelance
Edinburgh
2002.07 - 2003.06
- Working with a property developer on three residential projects. All completed on budget.
- Defined a new style for the developer to achieve quality, profitable and desirable residences.
- Responsible for concepts, detailed drawings and space planning
Education
Award - e-Marketing, Digital Marketing
CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing
2009.01 - 2009.01
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Interior Architecture
Edinburgh College of Art
1999.01 - 2002.01
Art Foundation Diploma -
Ulster University
Belfast 1998.01 - 1999.01
A-Levels -
Hunterhouse College
Belfast 1996.09 - 1998.06
GCSE -
Hunter House College
Belfast 1991.01 - 1998.01
Skills
- Full-Cycle Recruitment
- Candidate Sourcing
- Business Development
- Employer Branding
- Client Relationship Management
- Operations Management
- Sales and Marketing
- Market Analysis
Timeline
Events
Wolverhampton Art Gallery
2025.09 - 2026.04
Freelance Recruitment Consultant
2025.06 - Present
Career Break
2023.08 - 2025.03
Recruitment, HR and Business Development
FUN Token
2021.11 - 2023.03
Recruitment Consultant - USA and Canada
Esanda Recruitment
2019.09 - 2021.07
Marketing Executive
BETR Token
2017.11 - 2019.09
Recruitment Consultant
Esanda Recruitment
2014.08 - 2017.07
Award - e-Marketing, Digital Marketing
CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing
2009.01 - 2009.01
Director
Esanda Recruitment
2007.10 - 2023.07
Marketing Manager, Resourcer and Administrator
Esanda Recruitment
2007.10 - 2014.01
General Manager
Ten Square Hotel
2005.01 - 2007.09
Travel Worldwide
2003.07 - 2004.12
Interior Architect
Freelance
2002.07 - 2003.06
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Interior Architecture
Edinburgh College of Art
1999.01 - 2002.01
Art Foundation Diploma -
Ulster University
1998.01 - 1999.01
A-Levels -
Hunterhouse College
1996.09 - 1998.06
GCSE -
Hunter House College
1991.01 - 1998.01