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Jordan Bateman

@jordanbateman

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Talent Acquisition Expert specializing in Gaming and Tech industries.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that values strategic recruitment, fosters collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

As a seasoned recruitment executive with over 8 years of experience, I specialize in connecting world-class talent with leading gaming studios and tech companies globally. My expertise encompasses executing effective recruitment strategies, candidate generation, and building strong pipelines, all while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

In my current role as COO and Co-Founder of .Find Recruitment, I have successfully scaled a recruitment agency focused on delivering value and transparency in talent acquisition. I pride myself on fostering positive relationships and maintaining a proactive approach to learning and adapting in challenging situations, which has allowed me to implement recruitment strategies that consistently meet both business and personal KPIs.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Chief Operating Officer

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.Find Recruitment

Nov 2024 - Present (6 months)

Co-founded and scaled a recruitment agency focused on the gaming and tech industries. Served as strategic and operational lead, building a modern recruitment model tailored to companies across EMEA, North America, and APAC. Developed flexible pricing models and implemented a candidate-first sourcing process.

Talent Acquisition Recruitment Strategy Stakeholder Management Candidate Sourcing Client Relationship Management Team Leadership Market Research Operational Management

Senior Technical Talent Sourcer

Activision, Blizzard, King - Microsoft Xbox Studios

Mar 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year 7 months)

Proactively identified and engaged candidates for global technical roles. Collaborated with hiring managers to understand role requirements and built diverse talent pipelines. Championed diversity initiatives and utilized data analytics to optimize sourcing strategies.

Technical Recruiting Market Insights Data Analysis Collaboration Sourcing Communication Skills Networking

Talent Acquisition Manager

Bulkhead Interactive

Mar 2021 - Dec 2021 (9 months)

Managed the recruitment process for a games studio transitioning from indie to AAA development. Collaborated with leadership to refine recruitment processes and ensure alignment with studio culture. Led recruitment events and maintained compliance with GDPR.

Recruitment Management Compliance Event Management Team Collaboration Data Tracking Process Improvement Stakeholder Engagement Communication

Programming Recruitment Consultant

Aardvark Swift

Feb 2017 - Mar 2021 (4 years 1 month)

Led recruitment efforts for programming roles in the gaming industry across multiple regions. Managed a team of consultants and built strong candidate pipelines while ensuring a positive recruitment experience. Trained the team on best practices.

Recruitment Strategy Team Management Candidate Sourcing Relationship Building Compliance Data Management Communication

Sales & Marketing Executive

Appco Group

Feb 2016 - Jan 2017 (11 months)

Engaged in sales and marketing initiatives, contributing to client acquisition and brand awareness. Developed skills in client communication and market analysis.

Sales Strategy Brand Communications Client Engagement Market Analysis Relationship Management Team Collaboration Customer Service Data Tracking Reporting

Project Manager

Gamma Gaming

Aug 2015 - Mar 2017 (1 year 7 months)

Oversaw project management for gaming initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project goals. Coordinated with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.

Project Management Team Coordination Cross Functional Collaboration Time Management Communication Problem Solving Resource Allocation Reporting Stakeholder Engagement

Project Manager

Pebel 3D

Aug 2015 - Feb 2016 (6 months)

Managed projects in 3D gaming, focusing on delivering high-quality results within deadlines. Collaborated with creative teams to ensure project vision was realized.