Steve Godwin Christopher

• Manage end‑to‑end recruitment for the FCA, having previously supported clients including Arm and Honeywell (RPO & MSP). Oversee candidate sourcing, screening, interview coordination and communication throughout the recruitment process.

• Source and assess candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, CV‑Library, Indeed and Reed, building talent pipelines for current and future vacancies, including graduate and internship opportunities. Write job adverts tailored to specific role requirements.

• Conduct screening calls to understand candidates’ skills, motivations and career aspirations, matching them with suitable vacancies, clients, business areas and projects. Maintain strong relationships and act as their main point of contact throughout the recruitment process.

• Managed FCA talent pool through Workllama, generating reports and candidate insights that informed recruitment strategies. Tracked key recruitment metrics while maintaining accurate candidate records across applicant tracking systems, including iCIMS, OneTouch and Workday.

• Built strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers and colleagues, adapting to diverse client requirements and recruitment processes. Arranged discussions with hiring managers to present suitable candidates, showcasing their experience, strengths and motivation.

• Mentored junior colleagues and new starters across international sourcing centres, sharing best practices in sourcing and recruitment. Supported interns through one‑to‑one meetings focused on professional development and delivered training sessions on screening techniques, candidate and client management, and workload prioritisation.

• Represented Client (Arm) at a recruitment event in Cambridge, engaging graduates, early‑career candidates and experienced professionals to discuss the business areas, its activities, current projects and future opportunities.

• Used Power BI to monitor individual performance and generate £180,000 in fees over 11 months, achieving the highest individual performance across Hays UK and Ireland. Received two awards recognising high performance and a people‑focused approach, alongside positive feedback from candidates, hiring managers and senior stakeholders.

• Managed daily administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings and organising files, to support office efficiency.
• Managed client communications by answering phones and corresponding through email.
• Administered physical and digital filing systems, keeping records well-organised and easily retrievable for team members.
• Managed student lettings process, overseeing property viewings, AST agreements, rent collection, and deposit logging with DPS to ensure smooth operations.
• Conducted property inspections and maintained inventories, diagnosing issues and coordinating contractor maintenance to uphold property standards.

• Managed full recruitment cycle, from initial sourcing and screening to interviewing and offering.
• Sourced top talent through job portals (Dice, Monster, Reed, LinkedIn) for software (Java, UI/UX, PHP, .Net, C++) and infrastructure (DevOps, Linux/Unix, DBA, Network) roles, managed full-cycle recruitment, salary negotiations, and contract (W2/C2C/1099) & full-time hiring.
• Placed candidates at leading firms such as Apple, Google, PayPal, and major banks, leveraging expertise in CRM, vendor management, ATS maintenance, and social media-driven talent acquisition.
• Used LinkedIn Recruiter to target profiles for specialist roles, securing optimal talent to meet business needs.
• Maintained an up-to-date candidate database for future hiring needs and succession planning.

• Collaborated with senior management to review and improve existing operational processes for enhanced productivity.
• Organised and maintained digital and physical operational records for easy access and compliance purposes.
• Assisted in daily customer service tasks, addressing queries and complaints to maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Operated CNC machines, bent handlebars, laser printed, and blasted components at Renthal Ltd, Bredbury, Stockport, Manchester, gaining hands-on manufacturing experience through Gap Personnel Agency while training in production and assembly.

• Serviced and processed four stroke and turbo jet engines at EBI Motors, Manchester.
• Ensured clean and safe working environments by regularly conducting inspections and implementing safety protocols.
• Handled customer complaints by providing calm and clear communication while identifying solutions.
• Worked closely with team members at project meetings to develop strategies for achieving target results.