Liz Kennedy

Talent Acquisition Leader

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

About

A committed, professional Senior Recruitment Manager with a wealth of experience in developing and executing efficient recruitment solutions globally.

Experience

  • Talent Acquisition Manager at Dignus Group
    Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

    Dignus Group is a provider of Person Centred Support Services for people with learning disabilities and additional complex needs. We provide award-winning support and care services which has the individual at its heart and nothing is ever too much when it comes to providing the highest level of support. As Recruitment Manager at Dignus, I lead the hiring process to ensure it is efficient, compliant, and aligned with the organisation’s values and standards. I focus on continuously improving recruitment strategies, guiding and supporting the recruitment team, and ensuring adherence to employment regulations within the Care Sector. I am also dedicated to exploring innovative resourcing methods and cultivating strong professional networks with external stakeholders to streamline and strengthen the talent acquisition process.

  • Recruitment Business Partner at Vistry Group
    Apr 2025 - Sep 2025 · 6 mos

  • Resourcing Manager at HealthHarmonie
    Jun 2023 - May 2025 · 2 yrs

    HealthHarmonie Ltd is a fast paced, growing organisation that operates in the Healthcare sector based in the vibrant city centre of Birmingham. Established in 2003, HealthHarmonie has grown with the ever-changing healthcare industry and the access to NHS services that patients have today. HealthHarmonie Ltd work in partnership with a number of NHS ICBs and NHS Trusts nationwide to provide patients with access to community services closer to their home, these include: Diagnostic Ultrasound, Gynaecology Services, diagnosis and treatment of Dermatological conditions, Ophthalmology services and the provision of extended Minor surgery procedures. I am a results-driven Resourcing Manager with expertise in developing and executing strategic talent acquisition plans. Collaborating with the Commercial Director, I am responsible for formulating and implementing recruitment strategies that align with organisational goals. With a keen focus on process optimisation, I continuously refine and improve recruitment processes and tools to attract high-quality candidates in a timely and cost-effective manner. Leading a team of internal Recruiters, I provide guidance and support, ensuring their performance and development align with our strategic objectives. By working closely with the business and leadership team, I forecast resourcing needs for future periods and proactively identify opportunities to meet those requirements.

  • Global Recruitment Manager - Talent Operations at WilsonHCG
    Aug 2021 - May 2023 · 1 yr 10 mos

    WilsonHCG is a global talent solutions leader that operates on the principle of providing true partnership to our clients. Delivering business-impacting talent solutions – including recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), talent consulting and executive search – WilsonHCG is transforming our clients' businesses through their talent. Accountable for the direct management of a global team of Recruiters and Talent Attraction Specialists who identify top talent for client partnerships. This role also manages a team of Demand Analysts who deliver high quality, targeted market insights and intelligence to the business to optimise recruitment strategies and influence key decision making. I am also accountable for developing and embedding early talent programmes across the EMEA, LATAM & APAC regions.

  • Talent Acquisition Manager - Europe & North America at Claire's Inc.
    Jun 2013 - Feb 2021 · 7 yrs 9 mos

    Claire’s Stores, Inc is one of the world’s leading specialty retailers of fashionable jewelry and accessories for young women, teens, tweens and kids. Claire’s ® is our primary global brand, with over 4000 stores operating in 45 countries through company-owned, concession or franchise stores. Responsible for partnering with executive leadership, HR partners and hiring managers to develop and execute a talent acquisition strategy that includes full life cycle recruiting, the development and roll out of a broad based sourcing strategy for Corporate and Retail positions across 15 countries, and ultimately delivering a viable talent pipeline for the business. My role leads a team of talent acquisition professionals.