Shaan Patel

A driven and results-oriented Senior Recruitment Consultant with a proven track record in delivering exceptional client and candidate experiences. Skilled in managing high-value recruitment desks, building strategic client relationships, and working in a fast paced, high pressure environment. Adept at leveraging advanced recruitment technologies and market insights to exceed performance targets and enhance team synergy.

Actively seeking a new opportunity that presents further development and allows me to expand my current skillset whilst taking on new responsibilities.

Built a six-figure recruitment desk and achieved promotion within my first full year, achieving consistent recognition in core updates, high achievers lists, and positive candidate reviews for exceptional performance and client satisfaction.

• Managed a 360 recruitment desk for accountancy practiceacross West London, overseeing the entire recruitment lifecycle from initial client consultation to candidate placement.
• Built and maintained strategic relationships with key industry stakeholders, including senior executives, resulting in long-term partnerships and increased business opportunities.
• Collaborated with colleagues in neighboring areas to drive revenue growth and enhance teamwork, resulting in increased overall performance and synergy across recruitment teams.
• Consistently achieved and exceeded KPIs related to candidate placements, candidate calls, client acquisition, sales calls, sales meetings, interviews arranged, jobs taken and revenue generation.
• Organized and led sales and marketing events to enhance brand visibility and attract new clients and candidates within the accounting sector.
• Developed and presented financial year plans and recruitment strategies to senior management, showcasing my achievements, performance, areas of growth, market insights, improvements and recommendations.
• Provided expert consulting services to candidates and clients, offering tailored recruitment solutions and career advice catering to each individual.
• Mentored and trained a junior consultant, providing guidance on best practices, recruitment techniques, and client management.
• Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior executives and hiring managers in accounting firms.

• Utilizing Reed’s Learning & Development portal to actively participate in advanced training sessions and "lunch and learn" events, enhancing my skills and driving continuous improvement in my performance.

• Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and adjust recruitment strategies accordingly.

BSc Sport and Exercise Science | Nottingham Trent University ​​ Sep 2017-Jun 2020

Wembley High Technology College​​​​​​ Sep 2011 – Jun 2017

A Levels: Psychology (B), Biology (C), Math’s (C). ​BTEC: P.E (Distinction*) IT (Distinction & Merit)

GCSE: 9 A-C grades including English, Math’s and Science