Shaun Adams, a data-driven leader with over 15 years of experience, excels in helping businesses turn their data into valuable assets. Starting his career in science, Shaun had a change of career direction and has since expanded his expertise across retail, media, legal, SaaS, and finance sectors. Discover how The Candidate successfully supported Shaun Adams in his career journey from a candidate to client, then working with us to recruit his team, demonstrating our commitment to personalised and effective recruitment services.
From Candidate to Client: Shaun Adam's Successful Career Journey with The Candidate
Finding the Perfect Match
Shaun Adams, an expert in data analytics, began his journey with our agency while working at Better Bathrooms when he was searching for a new job. His impressive leadership skills and technical expertise made him an ideal candidate for senior roles. Our tailored support played a crucial role in his successful career progression.
Successful appointments and briefs to date:
Appointment: Head of Customer Insight & Analytics Head of Customer Insight & Analytics at Slater and Gordon Lawyers (UK).
Appointment: Head of Data, Analytics & Insight Head of Data, Analytics & Insight at Auden.
Recruited: Various Data and Analytics roles whilst in these appointments.
Shaun needed a recruitment partner who understood the intricacies of data analytics and could provide roles that matched his career aspirations. He faced the common challenge of finding exclusive, senior vacancies that were not widely advertised. Additionally, as he transitioned into leadership, he required a reliable agency to help build his team with top-tier talent.
Trusted Partner for Senior Data Hires
Our team, led by consultant Laura Walters, took the time to deeply understand Shaun's skills, experience, and career goals. We provided extensive support during his interview processes, offering insights into hiring managers’ expectations. When Shaun transitioned into leadership roles, he was confident recruiting through The Candidate as we conducted thorough analyses to identify candidates with the precise skills needed for his team, ensuring an efficient and effective recruitment process.
A successful partnership - Data Leader, Entrepreneur
So far in his career Shaun successfully secured a senior role as Head of Customer Insight and Analytics at Slater and Gordon Lawyers and Head of Data, Analytics and Insight at Auden both of which were a key positions that allowed his to progress into founding Credit Canary. He also used us to recruit various data and insight roles within these businesses. Our agency’s ability to present exclusive opportunities and provide comprehensive support during his career transitions set us apart. Shaun continues to rely on our expertise to build his team with highly qualified candidates, reinforcing our strong relationship.
Laura Walters, Recruitment Board Director, says:
"Shaun Adams is a remarkable professional I have had the privilege of recruiting into numerous roles over nearly a decade. Despite undergoing a significant career change, Shaun demonstrated an exceptional ability to grasp the basics and was never afraid to roll up his sleeves, becoming a true practitioner of his craft. With a strong aptitude for data, though not solely defined by it, he has consistently proven to be a likeable and effective leader. Shaun excels in coaching and inspiring his teams, making him a person people genuinely want to work with and for. His adaptability and leadership qualities have made him an exceptional candidate to place. Shaun's natural aptitude will undoubtedly add value in his current role at Credit Canary and in other consulting roles."
“The Candidate is a genuine recruitment agency not like larger agency where you’re just a number. Service is personalised, transparent, and efficient and they truly understand the technical aspects and provide top-tier talent.” – Shaun Adams
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