Research Talent Hub

Our strategic HIRING SOLUTIONS will help you start a project, find mid-to-senior talent, craft a succession planning strategy, or scope the market for a new executive/non-executive appointment. 

We offer ON-DEMAND hires, EXECUTIVE SEARCH solutions, or PROJECT STYLE assignments (including bespoke Intelligence Studies i.e. Compensation & Benefits or Competitor Insights/Market Mapping). 

We tailor each project to specific requirements and adapt our rigorous Search Methodology accordingly.

We work in close collaboration with hand-picked clients to attract TOP TALENT, ensuring growth, team retention, and a competitive advantage. 

Our sweet spot includes market research agencies, innovation and cultural insights boutiques, transformational (brand-led) growth or innovation consultancies, ESG strategy firms, and emerging, fast-scaling res-tech start-ups and scale-ups (AI-powered insights platforms).

🟡 If you would like to discuss our search methodology and successfully completed assignments in more detail, please book a 30-minute video call with Joanna --> https://calendly.com/research-talent-hub/30min.

🟠 Some of the critical searches we successfully completed include:

• Strategic Insights Manager / Director
• Senior Researcher 
• VP Global Head of Research 
• CEO
• Director of Data & Intelligence 
• Head of Behavioural Strategy 
• Social Insights Manager / Director
• Research Manager 
• Strategy Director
• Research Director
• Head of Research (Insight Department)
• Commercial Director
• Head of Cultural Insights
• Associate Research Director
• Head of AI Innovation
• Advanced Analytics Head
• Cultural Insights Director
• VP Behavioural Insights
• Customer Success Manager

Talent Search Partners to Market Research, Innovation/Growth Strategy & Res-Tech Agency Founders/MDs

Career Coaching Hub

💗 I'm delighted to extend a special invitation for a COMPLIMENTARY Career Consulting or Career Coaching workshop. 

This exclusive package includes a 60-minute session following an initial 30-minute Discovery Call, totalling 90 minutes of personalised guidance, to a select group of candidates who commit to working EXCLUSIVELY with me through Research Talent Hub. Please ping me to find out more! 💗

What's the main difference between Career COACHING and Career CONSULTING?

Imagine you are learning how to ride a bicycle. 🚲

A Career Consultant would ride a bike for a while and give you 'How to Manual', aka a successful Job-Hunting strategy or tactics for writing a winning CV, LinkedIn Optimisation or how to wing that Interview!

A Transformational Career Coach would get you on the bicycle and walk alongside you, guiding you through the process until you feel confident enough to ride on your own!

CAREER CONSULTING might be better for you if you need to achieve your career goals quickly and with minimum fuss. I use various career consulting services that give you the tools for success.

CAREER COACHING is your longer-term investment to achieve your career goals. I will guide and inspire you so you can kick start achieving more of your personal and professional goals.

Transformational Career Coach 

Lipton Fleming (now Source)

Launched, developed and successfully run Market Research Agency focused recruitment practice at Lipton Fleming building on personal, long-established clients and candidates’ relationships in the market research industry.

Helped to plan and manage the careers of many talented qualitative and quantitative researchers and insight/social media intelligence & research operations professionals at all levels. 

I've met a lot of amazing and inspiring people in the industry. Thank you for allowing me to help you achieve your long-term goals: your success represents my success as a market research recruiter.

Made a lot of market research/insight/brand consultancies and media owners genuinely happy. I introduced amazing talent to their teams (I am very proud of this)! We've worked closely together to achieve it though (you have to) and had some great appointments as a result.

Market Research & Insight - Managing Consultant

Boyce Recruitment

Established and run a highly successful Market Research/Consumer Insight division to broaden Boyce Recruitment offering in the market place. 

I have successfully placed market research & insight professionals at all levels from Graduate Trainee to Managing Director into a broad range of consultancies, client companies and agencies in Research/Insight/Consultancy or Field/Operations/Data Processing positions. 

Provided market & career consultancy to clients and candidates within the market research/insight/analytics industry including market/salary/competitors assessment briefings and CV & Interview Surgery meetings.

Networked at various industry related events including Research Conferences or MRS Members evenings.

Developed a detailed knowledge of market research and market research recruitment issues through appropriate reading, seminars, networking events and practical experience.

Senior Market Research & Insight Consultant

Harrods

As Harrods Executive Management Trainee I was fortunate enough to work across different teams and participated in their structured post-graduate retail study programme. I enjoyed learning new skills and continuously adapting to the needs of diverse teams. I received an on-going training across different areas of the business including Recruitment & HR, Marketing, Sales, Seasonal Events & Project Management. 

Some of the things I’ve accomplished: 

Worked in Recruitment & HR division, gaining experience in interviewing techniques including Competency Based Interviewing. Learned HR policies & procedures including Discipline & Grievance, Sickness, Maternity & Absence and Equal Opportunities etc.

Undertook an independent project investigating the opportunities for marketing Whitehall’s beauty rooms. Analysed managers’ approach to acquisition & retention, financial performance, the appeal of rooms and competition. Recommendations included innovative concepts aimed at promoting beauty rooms.

Executive Management Trainee (Graduate Trainee Scheme)

I am not just a recruiter; I am a strategic partner, the antipode to your hiring headaches in the market research, insights, res-tech, innovation or ESG strategy, and brand-led growth consulting sectors. 

Proudly partnering with some of the world's most innovative companies, I specialise in CRITICAL, CONFIDENTIAL and CHALLENGING HIRES that drive progress in research, transformational business strategy, and innovation.

If you had to work on a 'no win, no fee' basis, the quality of your work would probably be poor.

Research Director, Consultancy Partner, Managing Director, Founder — whatever you do for a living, you and your team provide your clients with expertise so they don't need to do it themselves. You respond to their needs and deliver projects professionally. And you are held responsible for that service.

Recruitment is often not like that.

To be fair, a no-win-no-fee approach CAN work in recruitment - for relatively straightforward, low-level hires, your 'doers' in the team if you want it fast, and there is less at stake for a bad hire. 

But for strategic, high-level, senior, confidential or niche hires with fee generation or management - you need to approach it as you would do any professional project. You need to trust a skilled expert who will plan your project, deliver it and be accountable to you throughout the entire process. 

Also, it helps that I have over 15 years of knowledge and experience in strategic talent acquisition and career consulting/coaching in market research & insights, innovation strategy, brand growth strategy consulting, and increasingly in AI-led Insights Platforms & ESG strategy (and many highly inspirational, long-term partners!). You will be in safe hands. 

🟠 RESEARCH TALENT HUB 🟠

Our strategic HIRING SOLUTIONS will help you start a project, find mid-to-senior talent, craft a succession planning strategy, or scope the market for a new executive/non-executive appointment. 

We offer ON-DEMAND hires, EXECUTIVE SEARCH solutions, or PROJECT STYLE assignments (including bespoke Intelligence Studies i.e. Compensation & Benefits or Competitor Insights/Market Mapping). 

We tailor each project to specific requirements and adapt our rigorous Search Methodology accordingly.

We work in close collaboration with hand-picked clients to attract TOP TALENT, ensuring growth, team retention, and a competitive advantage. 

🟡 If you would like to discuss our methodology and successfully completed assignments in more detail, please book a 30-minute video call with Joanna --> https://calendly.com/research-talent-hub/30min.

Joanna Byerley

Red Dog Talent Solutions

Say goodbye to costly delays, lost revenue, and high turnover rates. I help you secure top Microsoft talent quickly and efficiently, ensuring that your new hires are not only skilled but also perfectly aligned with your company culture. With my delivery methodology (and previous internal TA experience) you’ll experience smoother onboarding, reduced hiring costs, and greater team stability, all while maintaining a competitive edge in the market. 

How I Deliver These Results:
- When it comes to filling critical and confidential roles, I ensure a seamless match between candidates and your company’s unique needs, so you can trust that the right person is in the right role from day one. 

- For those challenging, hard-to-fill positions, my tried-and-tested delivery methodology taps into the best talent available in the market, even when it seems scarce.

- Need senior or executive leaders who can drive your business forward? I specialize in identifying and engaging top-tier professionals who bring both leadership and vision to your team. 

- If your projects demand niche Microsoft skill sets, I proactively seek out experts with the precise expertise you need, ensuring your technical requirements are met with precision.

- Handling multiple vacancies at once? My streamlined process guarantees consistent, high-quality hires across all roles, eliminating the stress of managing numerous positions simultaneously.

Ready to experience the benefits of a refined recruitment process? Partner with me to secure the right talent, reduce turnover, and achieve your business goals—no fluff, just results.

Lets have a chat to find out more how I could possbily help you!

Pre-Sales Solution Architect | CTO| Cloud Practice Lead | DevOps Manager | Modern Workplace Architect | Managed Services (Manager +)| Technical Architect | Senior Manager | Architect Azure | Cloud Security| Modern Work

Founder

Avanade

Talent Acquisition, Manager - secondment 

The key to my success was my strong relationships with the key business stakeholders , we partnered together and worked closely to deliver the solution. Another was the knowledge of the technology, the market and the deep diagnostics and research as well as candidate assessment that drove the ongoing success leading to being promoted and then becoming a Talent Acquisition Lead to deliver planned demand against the business objectives.
 
In 2020 I was also recognised by the Women in Tech as a winner for driving diversity into the tech industry using various strategies and I'm dedicated to supporting other businesses in achieving their diversity goals where required. This was a testament to my passion for improving diversity in the tech space.
 
Over the years, thanks to my unique approach as a Talent Acquisition Trusted Partner, I was able to deliver outstanding candidate experience but also improve the business operational excellence, with an Offer Acceptance rate of 92%, 97.4% of average retained hires within the first 12 months, 40% diversity

Talent Acquisition Manager Avanade Ireland

As a Technical Recruiter with a proven track record, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to exceed targets and drive strategic growth. Over the past few years, I have successfully facilitated over 200 hires since FY18, with a notable highlight in FY21 where I achieved 92 hires against an original target of 40.

My dedication to diversity and inclusion is evident, achieving a 38% diversity result, surpassing the UKI target of 40%, and a 135% increase in Infrastructure Practice hires since 2018. I have also successfully executed Director+ level hires and led the strategic growth of the Security Practice, resulting in over 100% growth in FY21.

In my role, I was instrumental in the strategic growth plan that achieved a 21% increase in the Newcastle Technology Centre in FY21. I oversaw and supported the UKI Talent Acquisition Team, ensuring efficient processes and strategic alignment.

I coached and managed a TA team of four, guiding them to meet growth demands in FY21 and FY22. My detailed Talent Acquisition strategy for each Practice reduced business escalations and streamlined the interview process. I worked closely with stakeholders to overcome challenges, provided market insights, and trained hiring managers on interview performance and biases.

My focus on continuous process improvement helped meet FY21’s stretch targets, emphasizing success and diversity with a 70/30% suitability ratio. My journey as a recruiter is marked by leadership, strategic vision, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Manager, Talent Acquisition UK&I (Microsoft Cloud & Modern Workplace, Security, B&TI)

Lead Recruiter - Infrastructure - Security - Business & Technology Integration , Senior Consultant 

To view current roles, please visit our website www.avanade.com or feel free to get in touch for more info on 0207 025 1134. 

Many thanks!

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Embedded Recruiter

Harvey Nash Group

Internal Technical Recruiter 
Joined Ladbrokes Coral Group during their global merger. I worked on an enterprise wide organizational design project, on RPO/ MSP basis, covering UK and international roles. Placed roles across many different vertical specialisms including infrastructure, network and cloud.
Responsibilities: 
•	Managed all aspects of the recruitment process such as; qualified the role with the hiring manager, planned recruitment strategy, salary benchmarks, managed hiring manager expectations, agreeing the recruitment process and setting the timescales for delivery, 
•	Built stakeholder relationships at all levels from hiring manager through to HR, procurement and C-suite
•	Carried out direct sourcing on roles, using internal database, job boards, LinkedIn, head-hunting, candidate networking, events and meet-ups
•	Proactively built a network of potential candidates to fulfil future requirements
•	Proactively provided analysis on recruitment statistics, candidate information and market trends to shape and steer the service
•	Provided information for weekly and monthly reports and service reviews
•	Identified and helped implement new processes required to improve the service delivered to customers

On-site Technical Recruiter at Ladbrokes Coral Group (Contract), RPO, Embedded Recruiter

Unum UK

Unum is a global Employee Benefits Provider. Hired to build a new In-house Resourcing function.
•	Managed the end to end recruitment process (job analysis – hiring – offers -onboarding)
•	Worked closely with agencies on agreed PSL
•	Created job descriptions and adverts, planning recruitment strategy and recruitment process
•	Screening all candidates through telephone interviews and coordinating interviews
•	Proactively sourced top talent, using all available channels and sources, including LinkedIn, CV Database, internal database as well as building and maintaining talent pipelines
•	Partnered with hiring managers, delivering professional and consultative service
•	Created offers and ensuring smooth on-boarding process is in place
•	Provided advice, and support as well as recommending improvement on processes and systems

Internal Technical Recruiter

SFW Ltd

Now Civica. 
SFW provides design-driven digital services for the public sector. Brought on board to set up an in-house function and reduce the cost of hire by sourcing candidates directly. 
Responsibilities:
•	Managed end to end recruitment process (conducted job analysis, wrote job descriptions, selected recruitment methods, advertised roles, screened CV's, conducted interviews, managed offers and feedback, ensured a positive candidate experience from application to offer/decline)
•	Managed and promoted strong employer brand through social media (LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Twitter, Facebook)
•	Experienced in using various job boards
•	Sourced candidates directly using social media, headhunting, advertising, employee referrals and CV databases, screening CVs;
•	Managed PSL and reviewed terms
•	Developed and executed direct recruitment strategies and reduced recruitment costs 
•	Continuously looked at new and innovative ways to improve the recruitment processes to meet growing business demands
•	Advised, coached and trained internal stakeholders around recruitment best practices
•	Launched and delivered Recruitment Training
•	Kept accurate and up to date records of candidates and interviews in the applicant tracking system
•	Maintained excellent levels of customer service with managers and candidates, including the provision of a timely feedback

F4P Recruitment Consultancy (First 4 Personnel) Ltd

First 4 Personnel (& Temps) Ltd is an established independent Recruitment Consultancy, Surrey-based, with highly qualified and experienced consultants providing a full recruitment solution of temporary and permanent staff. 

In this role, I developed and nurtured business relationships with clients through phone outreach and regular meetings. I worked as a permanent roles consultant across various industries, collaborating closely with clients HR and line managers to strategise on staffing needs. I championed equality and diversity within our culture.

I managed the entire recruitment cycle: creating job descriptions, advertising positions, sourcing passive candidates, conducting interviews, and guiding applicants through to the offer stage. I ensured compliance with employment laws, advised on visas and work eligibility, and maintained health and safety standards for temporary staff. Additionally, I handled pay and holiday queries, in accordance with the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR).

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Reed Recruitment

Working in the Finance & Accounting sector on permanent vacancies, my duties were similar to above

Permanents Consultant - Accountancy

Founder | magda@reddogtalent.com | 07540960023

👋 Hi, I'm Magda, the Founder of Red Dog Talent Solutions, based near Manchester. 

I created Red Dog Talent out of my passion for connecting senior Microsoft talent with top companies across the UK. My drive is simple: I love making people happy by matching them with companies I'm proud to recruit for. 

With 15 years in the industry and a background as an internal Talent Acquisition Partner for a leading Microsoft expert, I've had immense success (and joy!) in building and scaling their Security and Infrastructure Practices from the ground up. I know my secret sauce, and I'm here to replicate it for your business!

🚀 Services Offered:

I specialise in Fractional TA Partnership, Microsoft Talent Search, and Talent Mapping.

🔍 When Should We Work Together?

Consider partnering with me when you face these business challenges:
✘ High Recruitment Costs - Traditional methods are too expensive. You need a cost-effective, flexible solution to save up to 30% on fees.
✘ Poor Recruitment Strategy - Struggling to attract and retain top talent without specialised knowledge or a strong process.
✘ Poor or lacking Employer Brand so you aren't attracting the right candidates. 
✘ Ineffective Recruitment Methods - Frustrated with old methods that don't deliver results? It’s time to rethink your strategy.
✘ Slow Hiring Process - Lengthy hiring times are costly and disruptive. You need to speed up your recruitment.

🤝 What I Offer:

💡 Cost-effective, flexible solutions for short-term assignments.
💡 Value-added services, including job description writing, Employer Value Proposition (EVP) development, interview training, recruitment process reviews, market insights, and more.
💡 Talent Mapping: In-depth analysis of the talent landscape to identify potential candidates, understand competitor teams, and plan future hires strategically.
💡 Access to market-driven, live data to fill urgent, niche, difficult-to-hire, senior, and confidential roles that require a rigorous approach.
💡 A recruitment experience like you've never seen before.

🎯 My Approach:
My approach to recruitment is honest, uplifting, and partnership-driven—absolutely no pushy sales tactics here. I lead with transparency and a human touch, focusing on building long-term partnerships rather than quick wins.

Want to learn more? Let's connect!

📧 Email: magda@reddogtalent.com  
📥 DM me directly  
📞 Book a call

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