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Sophie Jones

London

Summary

Strategic, hands-on and tech-enabled Talent Acquisition Partner with proven success in high-volume, cross-functional recruitment across international, fast-paced, and scaling environments. Deeply experienced in end-to-end hiring, candidate experience, and values-driven recruitment, with a strong focus on culture alignment and inclusive sourcing. Passionate about leveraging AI and automation to build agile, data-informed hiring strategies that move fast without sacrificing humanity. Known for forging trusted partnerships with hiring managers and thriving in ambiguity. Seeking to help mission-led teams grow with empathy, energy, and impact.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work history

Talent Acquisition Partner

Accenture
London
10.2023 - Current
  • Delivering end-to-end recruitment across multiple business functions, contributing to 20+ monthly hires as part of a 3-person talent team in a high-volume environment.
  • Partnering with hiring managers to develop and execute strategic sourcing plans aligned with business needs and market insights.
  • Managing interview scheduling and candidate communications, ensuring a high-quality experience throughout the hiring process.
  • Led onboarding coordination to ensure high-touch, culture-aligned new hire experiences aligned with company values.
  • Supporting DEI objectives through inclusive sourcing and selection practices.
  • Maintain a proactive, feedback-oriented approach to candidate and stakeholder communication, supporting a high-quality, empathetic experience at every stage.
  • Integrated AI-assisted sourcing and automation tools (e.g., HiredScore for outreach) to optimise candidate funnel.


Travelled

Unemployed
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Traveled across Europe and South East Asia to gain new cultural perspectives and broaden international awareness.

Recruitment Consultant

Beyond Recruitment
Auckland
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Led temporary recruitment campaigns for business support roles across a variety of industries.
  • Enhanced candidate quality by 30% through targeted sourcing, job advertisements, and close collaboration with clients to forecast recruitment needs.
  • Managed temporary staffing and supported hiring processes, ensuring alignment with client business objectives and compliance standards.
  • Maintained a focus on compliance, candidate screening, and organisational culture alignment.

Recruitment Coordinator

Korn Ferry
Auckland
03.2021 - 12.2022
  • Supported global client accounts with coordinated interview scheduling, background checks, and ATS management.
  • Utilised Avature and SuccessFactors to track internal candidate applications generate reports, and monitor KPIs.
  • Helped implement a new recruitment software system, training users and ensuring a smooth transition.
  • Managed multiple concurrent hiring processes, ensuring timely communication and efficient funnel progression.
  • Focused on candidate care, acting as the primary point of contact throughout the application journey.

Health and Safety Committee Member

Overland Footwear
08.2020 - 02.2021
  • Actively promoting and supporting the management of Health and Safety in the workplace.
  • Development and implementation of site-specific safety initiatives.
  • Using knowledge and skills of our teams, who are potentially exposed to health and safety risks and hazards within the work environment.

Sales Assistant

Overland Footwear
03.2019 - 02.2021
  • Delivered exceptional customer service and resolved complaints with empathy and efficiency.
  • Responsible for inventory tracking, cash handling, and daily reconciliation.

Education

Achieved NCEA Level 3 -

Epsom Girls Grammar School

Bachelor of Science: Psychology -

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand

Skills

  • End-to-End Talent acquisition
  • International & High-Volume Recruitment
  • Stakeholder & Hiring Manager Engagement
  • Employer Branding & Candidate Experience
  • ATS & CRM Systems such as Avature, SuccessFactors, Workday, Greenhouse (willing to learn)
  • Recruitment Strategy & Market Insights

References

References available upon request.

Awards

  • Received an award at Korn Ferry for going above and beyond.
  • Overall Sports Women of the Year for Epsom Girls Grammar School.


Timeline

Talent Acquisition Partner

Accenture
10.2023 - Current

Travelled

Unemployed
06.2023 - 10.2023

Recruitment Consultant

Beyond Recruitment
12.2022 - 06.2023

Recruitment Coordinator

Korn Ferry
03.2021 - 12.2022

Health and Safety Committee Member

Overland Footwear
08.2020 - 02.2021

Sales Assistant

Overland Footwear
03.2019 - 02.2021

Achieved NCEA Level 3 -

Epsom Girls Grammar School

Bachelor of Science: Psychology -

Auckland University of Technology

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