I am an experienced and professional recruiter with a rare mix of Agency, In-House and Executive Search. I have built my career on exceptional client relationship building skills and being able to deliver on long term as well as short term strategic recruiting needs. I have gained experience in managing teams in both EMEA and APAC as well as having an in-depth knowledge of the US recruitment market. Previous experience: Specialist In-House Talent Acquisition (TA) manager with in-depth experience of managing both EMEA and APAC based recruitment teams covering all key areas in Europe and Asia. Implemented organisational changes to maximize geographical coverage, partnered with key C-Level stakeholders in senior level hiring, instrumental in building analytical programs to allow faster and more accurate hiring which results in a better quality of hire which in turn reduced global attrition. Experienced in recruiting C-Level positions both internally and externally. Specialties: In House Recruitment, Direct Sourcing, Contingency planning, Market intelligence, Competency based interviewing and competitor analytical research

Practice Group Leader - Technology @ We relate to our clients as partners whose success is bound up with our own. This doesn’t end with finding the best executive talent. We offer a wide range of services that have been designed to support our clients and maximise their performance in the ever changing and demanding marketplace. The competition for world-class professionals is always fierce. At SpenglerFox, Executive Search is our core business. That’s why more and more companies rely on us to find the exceptional people they need. With our unique global network information system, we can track senior executives wherever they are in the world. Our search is shaped and driven by each client’s specific needs From July 2015 to Present (6 months) London, United KingdomSenior Talent Acquisition Manager, Europe and Asia @ Forrester Research, Inc. (Nasdaq: FORR) A global research and advisory firm, Forrester serves professionals in 13 key roles across three distinct client segments. Our clients face progressively complex business and technology decisions every day. To help them understand, strategize, and act upon opportunities brought by change, Forrester provides proprietary research, consumer and business data, custom consulting, events and online communities, and peer-to-peer executive programs. We guide leaders in the technology management, marketing and strategy, and technology industry through independent fact-based insight, ensuring their business success today and tomorrow. Managing a team of specialists based in Europe and Asia, my team is responsible for driving "Best in Class" practices for the Forrester Talent Acquisition team. Reducing cost per hire and time to hire along with increasing quality of hire are all key drivers. Reporting directly to the Global VP of Talent Acquisition, I am part of the overall Global TA management team working on driving brand, client (Candidate/Hiring Manager) satisfaction and building a world class organisation From March 2012 to July 2015 (3 years 5 months) London, United KingdomLead EMEA Recruiter @ Forrester Research, Inc. (Nasdaq: FORR) is an independent research company that provides pragmatic and forward-thinking advice to global leaders in business and technology. Forrester works with professionals in 13 key roles at major companies providing proprietary research, customer insight, consulting, events, and peer-to-peer executive programs. From April 2010 to April 2012 (2 years 1 month) London, United KingdomOnsite, In-House Recruiter (RPO) @ Working on-site with Microsoft (RPO, Barkers)) within the In-house Recruitment team. The team is largely responsible for the entire 360 hiring process from writing the brief, headhunting, shortlisting, interviewing, advising managers on best hire practice and finally offering and on-boarding. Other responsibilities include assisting business leaders in interviewing techniques, market intelligence and forming a competitive offer. From October 2008 to April 2010 (1 year 7 months) London, United KingdomRecruitment Consultant @ Working within the media sales team I was responsible for actively sourcing the markets best candidates for a set client base. Duties included:-Headhunting, New Business pitches, building strong relationships with key tier 1 clients and account management. Worked on roles across all levels and mediums ranging from traditional media to radio, digital and outdoor advertising. From February 2005 to September 2008 (3 years 8 months) Tour Caddie @ Brilliant experience! From March 2004 to February 2005 (1 year)

Business Studies, Physical Education/Biology, Business Studies, Physical Education/Biology @ Godalming College From 2003 to 2005 Ben Elson is skilled in: Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Management, Leadership, Technical Recruiting, Sales, Team Leadership, EMEA, Team Building, Strategic Sourcing, Headhunt, Strategic Planning, APAC, Internal Resourcing, Pipelining, Global Sourcing