Financial Services Talent Acquisition & Practice Management

Consultant with vast understanding and knowledge of the built environment and the Infrastructure realm, within London and the South. I focus on helping Civil Engineering Consultancies grow their business together by attracting and assessing highly sought-after talent which we engage through the power of direct video marketing and social content.

Allen didn’t start out in recruiting. His first career was in investment analytics for private equity firms, but then he got the chance to take on a people & culture and recruiting role and he never looked back! He’s recruited for multiple industries – everything from construction to financial services – and says it’s “putting the puzzle pieces together” that he finds the most rewarding. Like when he matches the perfect person to one of our Assurance, Tax and Advisory roles and it’s a win-win for everyone. He loves the thrill of the hunt that comes with recruiting. Plus, it fulfills his intrinsic desire to learn about other people – connecting with them, learning about their passions, and discovering what makes them thrive. And he loves doing the same for internal clients – finding ways to help our colleagues thrive, what their work is like, and who would be the best fit for their teams. So it’s no wonder doing puzzles is a favourite pastime for Allen (even if his wife, Sara, is the one who got him started!). He also loves trying new foods, especially if it’s something he’s never eaten before, is in season or just interesting. Like fugu, or blowfish, which he’s tried and really liked! And his family and friends are super lucky because Allen loves recreating his favourite dishes at home almost as much as he enjoys trying them in restaurants. Even if it means he’s acquired a remarkable collection of cooking utensils.