Sophie Faulkner
Birmingham,West Midlands
Summary
I am an experienced recruitment professional with a strong track record in sourcing and hiring top talent across diverse industries. I have skills in building relationships with employers, conducting thorough interviews to make sure the best possible candidate is sourced and overall managing end-to-end recruitment processes. I have extensive experience in aligning candidates' skills with client needs to enhance hiring efficiency. Familiar with various software tools to optimise job advertisements and filter and prioritise CV submissions..
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Member
Cherry Pickle Catering
08.2023 - 06.2026
- Facilitated client meetings to clarify expectations and provide themed event planning suggestions.
- Engaged with clients to collect feedback on their experience, using insights to drive improvements in service and menu selection.
- Improved visual appeal by matching food presentation aesthetics to event theme.
- Assisted chefs in preparing food for events and plate layout for service.
- Managed stock control and monitored inventory levels to ensure timely supply orders.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective deals for food supplies, contributing to budget management.
Employer Engagement Officer
Nova Training
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Organised and led employer engagement events, including career fairs and networking sessions, connecting students with potential employers for apprenticeships.
- Coordinated with academic departments to align employer needs with curriculum development, enhancing employability skills among students.
- Advocated for diversity and inclusion in recruitment practices, promoting equitable hiring processes among employers.
- Updated database of employer contacts, job vacancies, and placement outcomes.
Recruitment Coordinator
Safestyle
Birmingham, West Midlands
06.2016 - 12.2019
- Coordinated end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring smooth transactions from initial advert to employment commencement.
- Headhunted candidates to successfully fill vacancies every week within the company for over 2 years.
- Maintained high suitability standards through thorough screening, interview and assessment processes.
- Established relationships with prospective candidates through interviewing and conducting company training sessions.
- Created adverts for tele-sales and canvassing vacancies on job portals such as Indeed and Reed, along with local job sites such as Facebook.
- Conducted my own 'training days' to teach new canvassers company pitch, values and how to overcome potential objections.
Entertainment Manager
G7 Nightclub
Loughborough, East Midlands
05.2014 - 01.2016
- Oversaw daily club operations, ensuring smooth execution of events. to maintain smooth event running and performances.
- Coordinated pre-booking and organisation of performers for nightly shift coverage.
- Conducted auditions to discover and select new talent for productions.
- Oversaw technical setup for performances, ensuring seamless execution of music and lighting.
- Delivered clear health and safety procedure guidance for all performers confidently.
- Arranged payment processing for entertainment services.
Education
BA Hons - Photography, Video and Film Studies
De Montfort University
Leicester01-2012
Foundation Degree in Arts - Art and Design
Joseph Wright College
Derby01-2008
A-Levels - Photography, English Literature, English Language, Film Studies
Joseph Wright College
Derby01-2007
GCSEs - English Literature, English Language, Mathematics, Religious Studies, Biology, Art, Physical Ed, H.E
Derby High School
Derby01-2006
Skills
- End to End recruitment process
- CV screening
- Candidate assessment testing
- High volume interview scheduling
- Job posting creation
- Talent acquisition
- Candidate/Employer engagement
- Applicant feedback delivery
- Excellent Communication skills
- Self-Motivated attitude
Certification
- BA Hons Photography, Video and Film
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence - FOUNDERZ
- Level 2 Customer Service
- Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award
Timeline
Team Member
Cherry Pickle Catering
08.2023 - 06.2026
Employer Engagement Officer
Nova Training
07.2022 - 04.2023
Recruitment Coordinator
Safestyle
06.2016 - 12.2019
Entertainment Manager
G7 Nightclub
05.2014 - 01.2016
BA Hons - Photography, Video and Film Studies
De Montfort University
Foundation Degree in Arts - Art and Design
Joseph Wright College
A-Levels - Photography, English Literature, English Language, Film Studies
Joseph Wright College
GCSEs - English Literature, English Language, Mathematics, Religious Studies, Biology, Art, Physical Ed, H.E
Derby High School