MMMike McCulloch
@mikemcculloch
Strategic Talent Acquisition and Career Development Leader with 10+ years’ experience.
GermanyWhat I'm looking for
I am a Strategic Talent Acquisition and Career Development Leader with over a decade of experience in driving candidate success and enhancing organizational hiring outcomes. My expertise lies in full-cycle recruiting, candidate coaching, and fostering employer relations, enabling me to build high-performing teams and deliver inclusive hiring experiences for diverse audiences.
Throughout my career, I have successfully designed and launched career services functions, such as at OPIT, where I established a global support system for learners. At CareerFoundry, I led a cross-functional team to provide career support to over 1,000 global learners annually, focusing on performance improvement and candidate placement through data-driven strategies.
My commitment to diversity and inclusion is evident in my work, where I have developed DEI-centered curriculum designs and stakeholder engagement initiatives. I am passionate about creating equitable assessment strategies and enhancing the candidate experience, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to succeed in their career journey.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Career Services
OPIT – Open Institute of Technology
Dec 2023 - Jun 2024 (6 months)
Designed and launched OPIT’s global Career Services function from the ground up. Built scalable support systems to help international learners access coaching, career resources, and events. Developed partnerships and led a monthly expert webinar series to support job readiness.
Head of Career Services
OPIT – Open Institute of Technology
Dec 2023 - Jun 2024 (6 months)
Designed and launched OPIT’s global Career Services function from the ground up. Built scalable support systems to help international learners access coaching, career resources, and events. Developed partnerships and led a monthly expert webinar series to support job readiness.
Director of Student Outcomes
CareerFoundry GmbH
Jan 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 8 months)
Led a cross-functional team of coaches and advisors to deliver career support to 1000+ global learners annually. Managed hiring, training, and quality assurance across a hybrid support model. Developed KPI frameworks and OKRs to improve team performance, retention, and candidate placement.
Director of Student Outcomes
CareerFoundry GmbH
Jan 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 8 months)
Led a cross-functional team of coaches and advisors to deliver career support to 1000+ global learners annually. Managed hiring, training, and quality assurance across a hybrid support model. Developed KPI frameworks and OKRs to improve team performance, retention, and candidate placement.
Head of Career Services
CareerFoundry GmbH
Nov 2017 - Dec 2020 (3 years 1 month)
Built and delivered an industry-focused Job Preparation Program for career changers. Delivered employer outreach strategy and created feedback-informed support interventions. Spearheaded DEI-centered curriculum design and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Head of Career Services
CareerFoundry GmbH
Nov 2017 - Dec 2020 (3 years 1 month)
Built and delivered an industry-focused Job Preparation Program for career changers. Delivered employer outreach strategy and created feedback-informed support interventions. Spearheaded DEI-centered curriculum design and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
Senior Trainer & Consultant
James Innes Group
Jan 2014 - Dec 2017 (3 years 11 months)
Supported international job seekers through CV, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile optimization. Delivered career coaching and job strategy consulting to global professionals across sectors.
Senior Trainer & Consultant
James Innes Group
Jan 2014 - Dec 2017 (3 years 11 months)
Supported international job seekers through CV, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile optimization. Delivered career coaching and job strategy consulting to global professionals across sectors.
Career Coach
HealthForceOntario / Directions for Immigrants
Jan 2008 - Dec 2014 (6 years 11 months)
Supported newcomers in job search strategy, career transition, and credentialing pathways. Designed and delivered career fairs, interview prep events, and employer info sessions.
Career Coach
HealthForceOntario / Directions for Immigrants
Jan 2008 - Present (17 years 4 months)
Supported newcomers in job search strategy, career transition, and credentialing pathways. Designed and delivered career fairs, interview prep events, and employer info sessions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UGUniversity of Guelph
Bachelor of Arts
BUBrock University
Certificate, Curriculum Design, Facilitation, and Adult Education
Canadian College of Educators
Certification, TESOL
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
GermanyAuthorized to work in
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