Alan Adewale

Senior Recruitment Leader with over 9 years of expertise in managing recruitment processes, team performance, and operational efficiency within the NHS and healthcare sectors. Proven track record in driving business growth, strategic planning, and building strong client and candidate relationships. Adept at leading recruitment teams, optimizing recruitment strategies, and fostering high-performance work environments.

Experienced in working with senior stakeholders to ensure talent acquisition aligns with organisational objectives

Divisional Manager/ Recruiting Specialist

• Lead and manage operations across two divisions, developing and implementing recruitment strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Drive professional growth among departmental managers, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with senior management to identify business growth opportunities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Oversee budget planning and resource allocation, optimising cost-effectiveness and resource use.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, strengthening the organization’s reputation and client satisfaction.

Key Achievements:

• Enhanced divisional performance and customer satisfaction through targeted recruitment strategies.
• Streamlined recruitment processes, leading to improved team productivity and faster placement times.
• Successfully mentored and coached recruitment teams, improving engagement and morale.

Senior Recruitment Consultant

• Managed the full recruitment cycle, from market analysis to candidate placement for senior NHS roles across multiple healthcare sectors.
• Developed and executed recruitment strategies to enhance market presence and strengthen the company’s position.
• Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to identify their recruitment needs, positioning the company as a trusted partner.
• Oversaw client engagement, prepared sales pitches, and led brand awareness initiatives.

Key Achievements:

• Increased revenue and client retention through strategic recruitment and sales initiatives.
• Delivered high-quality candidates for specialized roles in mental health, enhancing client satisfaction and retention.
• Built and maintained long-term relationships with clients, becoming a trusted advisor for recruitment strategy.

Recruitment Consultant

• Managed end-to-end recruitment for healthcare roles, including contract negotiation and HR policy guidance.
• Enhanced market presence through targeted advertising and business development strategies.
• Built and maintained a candidate database, ensuring the provision of high-quality talent for clients.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully placed a significant number of candidates in key roles within the NHS, exceeding recruitment targets.
• Promoted diversity and equality in recruitment processes, ensuring compliance with employment laws and industry standards.

Manager for the Resourcing Team

• Led a team of resourcers, managing recruitment operations across various healthcare roles within the NHS.
• Developed and implemented strategies for candidate sourcing, screening, and placement.
• Managed a database of over 3500 OT’s and 2500 physiotherapists, contributing to successful candidate placement.

Key Achievements:

• Exceeded sales targets consistently, generating significant earnings and driving business growth.
• Awarded “The Best Performer” and “Special Recognition” for exceptional performance in 2018.
• Successfully retained key client accounts and developed new business through strategic recruitment initiatives.

Project/Client Coordinator (ITLAB)

• Managed over 20 client accounts, ensuring customer demands were met and sales targets exceeded.
• Developed new business opportunities while strengthening existing client relationships.

Key Achievements:

• Consistently achieved and surpassed sales and key performance targets.
• Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.

Key Skills

• Senior Recruitment Leadership: Expertise in managing recruitment teams and driving operational efficiency in high-volume environments.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong ability to collaborate with senior stakeholders to align recruitment strategies with business objectives.
• Talent Acquisition Strategy: Skilled in devising recruitment strategies that enhance market presence and client satisfaction.
• Client Relationship Management: Proven ability to build and maintain long-term, strategic relationships with clients and candidates.
• Budget and Resource Management: Adept at managing budgets, resource allocation, and ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Compliance and Best Practices: Expertise in ensuring adherence to compliance standards, employment law, and industry best practices.

Education & Qualifications

Certified Change Delivery Professional - CML 5Es

Issued: September 2023

BA (Hons) Graphic Design

Bedfordshire University, UK – September 2005 – June 2009

AVCE in Art and Design

St Francis Xavier College, London – September 2003 – May 2005

11 GCSEs, including English, Mathematics & Science

Kingsdale Secondary School, London – September 1998 – May 2003