Joshua Horne

Dedicated and results-driven sales professional, with over 5 years of account management and B2B sales experience across both engineering and IT sectors. During this time, I have cultivated strong working relationships with a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from innovative startups to established businesses. My strategic sales approach has resulted in a track record of exceeding targets and contributing significantly to the growth and success of my clients' businesses.

Recognised for developing long-term partnerships, providing strategic consultation and exceeding sales targets across multiple industries including utilities, FMCG, technology, logistics and retail.

Senior Sales Delivery Consultant - Investigo

(2025-02)

Connecting exceptional talent with top-tier organisations, my role as Sales Delivery Consultant is built around understanding client cultures, anticipating hiring needs, and delivering candidates who not only meet technical requirements but also fit seamlessly into team dynamics. With a keen eye for both detail and strategy, I work closely with account managers and clients to craft bespoke hiring solutions, ensuring high-quality outcomes while maintaining a smooth, transparent process for all parties involved. Specialising within the Change and Transformation team, placing candidates on both a contract and permanent basis, within project-related roles.

• Partnering with clients as an account manager to understand role requirements and hiring needs, before developing a go-to-market strategy.
• Managing the full candidate lifecycle, from initial contact to interview coordination and offer negotiation, as well as post-placement check-ins.
• Maintaining and developing strong talent pools, anticipating current and future hiring needs.
• Ensuring a high standard of candidate and client experience through consistent communication and feedback.
• Successfully updating and tracking placement progress, activity, and outcomes using a Bullhorn CRM.

Engineering Recruitment Consultant - Daniel Owen

(2024-09 - 2025-02)

Proven ability to develop new business, enhance existing client relationships, utilise negotiation skills and manage high-activity accounts. Grew the facilities management desk from zero to thirty workers on book, all based around the midlands, consistently generating more than £3,000 gross weekly margin.

• Expertise in talent acquisition; sourcing, screening, and selecting appropriate candidates based on detailed role requirements.
• Proficient in conducting interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate suitability.
• Experience with ATS software for managing candidate pipelines and documentation.
• Completing right-to-work checks, ensuring workers are compliant, and maintaining an up-to-date candidate database.
• Skilled in crafting clear and compelling job descriptions to attract suitable candidates.
• Proficient in salary negotiation and contract discussions to secure favorable outcomes for both clients and candidates.
• Clear understanding of employment laws and regulations to ensure recruitment practices are compliant, following GDPR guidelines.

IT Recruitment Consultant/ Account Manager - Crimson

(2021-06 - 2024-09)

As an IT Recruitment Consultant at Crimson, I connected the best IT talent in the market with industry-leading organisations through Crimson's vast UK-based client portfolio. I thrived on connecting top-tier talent with dynamic and forward-thinking organisations and had a genuine desire to understand the unique needs of both clients and candidates.

• Successfully managing the end-to-end recruitment process for a range of IT positions, including software developers, IT project managers, and data analysts.
• Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, understanding their hiring needs and delivering high-quality candidates that align with their technical requirements.
• Utilising candidate sourcing techniques including job boards, Linkedin and networking events. (Attended various apprenticeship / early careers events promoting Crimson.)
• Conducting in-depth screening calls to evaluate candidate's skills and experience to ensure they are well-suited to the opportunities available with our clients.
• Collaborating with clients to understand their organisational targets and team dynamics, providing them with insights on strategic hiring strategies and market trends.
• Adept at using various CRM tools and sales software to streamline processes, track performance and gain insights into customer behaviour.
• Managing candidate offers, negotiations, and onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition for both candidates and clients following necessary GDPR guidelines.

Sales Assistant - Screwfix

(2020-11 - 2021-06)

Enthusiastic and customer-focused sales assistant with a strong passion for DIY. Committed to providing exceptional service, product knowledge, and providing a positive shopping experience for customers.

• Maintaining a clean and organised store environment, ensuring shelves were fully stocked and products were displayed correctly to enhance the customer experience.
• Supporting warehouse operations by receiving, unpacking, and organising incoming stock, ensuring accurate inventory management.

Customer Service Assistant - Homebase

(2018-11 - 2020-11)

• Greeting and assisting customers in a friendly and professional manner, helping them locate products and offering expert advice on tools, building and gardening supplies.
• Processing customer transactions accurately using the point-of-sale system.

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Recruitment Practice - Recruitment - Recruitment Juice (2022-04 - 2023-08)

Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Recruitment Practice - Recruitment - Recruitment Juice (2022-04 - 2023-08)

A-Level - Business, History, Geography - Erasmus Darwin Academy (2015-09 - 2020-08)

GCSE - Multiple subjects - Erasmus Darwin Academy (2015-09 - 2018-08)