Ria

Managing Consultant

Mar 2025 - Present • 1 yr 4 mos

Established and launched an independent recruitment consultancy specialising in Health & Social Care and Healthcare appointments across interim, contract, and permanent markets. Responsible for all aspects of business operations, including business development, client acquisition, candidate sourcing, marketing, and financial management. Partner with healthcare providers, social care organisations, and private sector clients to deliver tailored recruitment solutions across leadership, quality, governance, operational, and clinical functions. Develop and maintain a network of senior professionals across Health & Social Care, including executive, operational, quality, and regulatory positions. Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from vacancy qualification and talent identification through to offer management and successful placement. Utilise market mapping, headhunting, networking, and relationship-led recruitment strategies to identify high-calibre candidates and support client growth. Build and promote personal and business brand presence through LinkedIn, networking events, and sector engagement activities.

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Dec 2023 - Mar 2025 • 1 yr 3 mos

Established and developed the Clinical Governance and Corporate Affairs recruitment divisions, building market presence and generating new business opportunities. Managed the full recruitment lifecycle across interim and permanent appointments, operating as a 360 consultant. Developed and maintained relationships with NHS, healthcare, and social care clients, identifying recruitment needs and delivering tailored talent solutions. Generated new business through proactive business development, market mapping, networking, and client engagement activities. Sourced, assessed, and shortlisted senior-level candidates across governance, quality, corporate affairs, and leadership functions. Prepared high-quality candidate profiles and CV submissions, coordinated interview processes, managed offer negotiations, and secured successful placements. Built and maintained talent pipelines within specialist healthcare and governance markets.

Senior Recruitment Consultant

May 2019 - Dec 2023 • 4 yrs 7 mos

Led recruitment activity across NHS Clinical Governance, Corporate Affairs, and Estates & Facilities markets, supporting clients with interim and permanent appointments. Managed the complete recruitment process from business development and vacancy qualification through to candidate placement and aftercare. Developed strong relationships with NHS Trusts, healthcare providers, and senior stakeholders to understand workforce challenges and deliver effective recruitment solutions. Conducted candidate sourcing, market mapping, headhunting, and talent engagement for specialist and senior-level positions. Produced detailed candidate summaries and CV presentations, ensuring high-quality submissions aligned to client requirements. Successfully coordinated interviews, managed offer negotiations, and maintained a high standard of candidate and client experience throughout the recruitment process. · Contributed to the growth and development of specialist recruitment markets through consistent delivery and relationship management.