Lindy Roberts
Summary
An adaptable and proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist, recognized for building strong, collaborative relationships and bringing positive energy to every challenge. With extensive expertise in global recruitment, employer branding, and cultivating high-performance, inclusive workplace cultures. Proven track record of driving innovative strategies in talent attraction, onboarding, engagement, and retention, ensuring seamless alignment with organizational objectives. Skilled at fostering impactful partnerships, streamlining structured processes, and enhancing employee experiences across diverse industries and global landscapes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Technical Acquisition Specialist
King/Activision Blizzard/Microsoft
London, England
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Led global hiring campaigns across EMEA for Candy Crush and Shared Services, with a strong focus on C++ technical roles.
- Championed DEI by proactively sourcing diverse talent and enhancing employer brand visibility.
- Partnered with hiring managers to design strategic recruitment campaigns, resulting in faster time-to-hire and improved candidate quality.
- Developed inclusive candidate experiences; introduced Slack as a comms and onboarding tool.
- Organised team bonding initiatives, international trips, and internal recognition schemes to foster retention and culture.
Digital Recruitment Business Partner
University of Bath
Bath, BAS
12.2017 - 04.2022
- Principal recruiter for Digital, Data & Technology (DDaT) vacancies; delivered full-cycle recruitment strategy.
- Enhanced neurodiverse hiring processes and led on inclusive recruitment campaigns (e.g., Bath Digital Festival, Microsoft Hackathon).
- Built strong local industry partnerships; championed employer branding initiatives aligned with the University’s EVP.
- Ran the Recognising Excellence & Outstanding Contribution scheme; awarded for personal contribution.
- Collaborated on DDaT digital transformation programme, improving recruitment analytics, retention, and diversity outcomes.
HR and Recruitment Business Partner
Ark
London, London
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Recruited for a central education charity; managed restructuring and employee relations.
- Designed onboarding and exit feedback processes, influencing retention strategy.
- Delivered staff training, supported learning and development, and provided strategic HR advisory.
HR Manager and Recruiter
Judopayments
London, London
12.2014 - 07.2016
- Scaled high-growth fintech start-up; recruited for tech and sales teams (iOS, Android, .NET, UX).
- Designed HR systems (BreatheHR), policies, and engagement strategies including events, appraisal frameworks, and onboarding.
- Reported directly to CEO; instrumental in UK team expansion and culture design.
HR Manager and Recruiter
Beyond
London
08.2011 - 06.2014
- Company Overview: Beyond is a digital agency, clients include Google, Facebook, Apple and Virgin, set up in Sep 2010; I joined in its infancy, setting up the HR Department from scratch and helping the agency to double in size.
- Built HR from scratch for a digital agency working with clients including Google, Apple, and Facebook.
- Introduced BambooHR, implemented 360 appraisals, and oversaw TUPE and acquisition processes.
- Delivered employee engagement through creative events, training, and retention strategy.
Recruitment/Learning & Development Manager
The Royal Brompton Hospital (NHS)
, London
01.2008 - 05.2011
- Designed L&D programmes; ran MBTI workshops and internal coaching sessions.
- Managed recruitment for clinical and non-clinical roles; improved hospital staffing outcomes.
- Supported senior leadership with e-learning rollout and LMS development.
Education
CIPD certificate in Human Resources Management -
DPG Group
01.2023 - 06.2025
MBTI Step 1 Qualifying Programme - undefined
OPP
CIPD Certificate in Training Practice - undefined
DPG Group PLC
BA (Hons) - Journalism, Film and Broadcasting
University of Wales, Cardiff
09.1997 - 07.2000
A-Levels - Film Studies, Media Analysis, Welsh
Salisbury College/King Henry the V11 Comprehensive School
09.1993 - 07.1997
GCSE - undefined
Dwr-Y-Felin Comprehensive School
Neath, Wales 09.1988 - 07.1993
Skills
Global Talent Acquisition Employer Branding Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Strategy Stakeholder Engagement & Workforce Planning Recruitment Process Design & Delivery Employee Experience & Engagement Leadership Coaching HR Advisory Onboarding, Retention & Recognition HRIS, ATS, CRM, Slack, Trello, LinkedIn, BambooHR
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- Recruitment Consultant, Huntress, 10/01/05, 06/30/07
- Recruitment Consultant, Brook Street Bureau, 02/01/05, 10/31/05
- Assistant Teacher, Hill Mead Primary School, Brixton, 09/01/04, 12/31/04
- PA and SAP Training Co-ordinator, Unilever Ice-Cream and Frozen Foods, 03/01/03, 08/31/04
- Officer, Getronics UK Ltd, 10/01/01, 03/31/03
- Playgroup Assistant, Crickhowell Playgroup, 01/01/94, 12/31/98
Timeline
CIPD certificate in Human Resources Management -
DPG Group
01.2023 - 06.2025
Senior Technical Acquisition Specialist
King/Activision Blizzard/Microsoft
05.2022 - 02.2024
Digital Recruitment Business Partner
University of Bath
12.2017 - 04.2022
HR and Recruitment Business Partner
Ark
09.2016 - 06.2017
HR Manager and Recruiter
Judopayments
12.2014 - 07.2016
HR Manager and Recruiter
Beyond
08.2011 - 06.2014
Recruitment/Learning & Development Manager
The Royal Brompton Hospital (NHS)
01.2008 - 05.2011
BA (Hons) - Journalism, Film and Broadcasting
University of Wales, Cardiff
09.1997 - 07.2000
A-Levels - Film Studies, Media Analysis, Welsh
Salisbury College/King Henry the V11 Comprehensive School
09.1993 - 07.1997
GCSE - undefined
Dwr-Y-Felin Comprehensive School
09.1988 - 07.1993
MBTI Step 1 Qualifying Programme - undefined
OPP
CIPD Certificate in Training Practice - undefined
DPG Group PLC
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