Rebecca Cousins

Led the refinement of a global, end-to-end recruitment process to support scale, compliance, and consistency across regions, integrating EuroImmune and ID onto Workday. Built a scalable, audit-ready disposition code framework in Workday to streamline recruiter workflows and enhance candidate experience.

Led and mentored a global Talent Acquisition team of 16 across multiple regions, overseeing the entire talent process and driving efficiency through significant change and growth. Developed strategic hiring initiatives within a matrix organization to ensure Revvity attracts and retains top talent.

Coached the Senior Leadership Team and CEO on talent management, organizational development, and leadership hiring through significant change. Managed the Talent Acquisition Team and oversaw HR process innovation to focus on people and culture.

Provided freelance consultancy to support OCC in building a framework for a new Applicant Tracking System and bringing outsourced processes into an efficient internal resourcing function. Provided interim management for their internal team through significant change, including coaching for development into a new structure.

Led Talent Management across EMEA and APAC, developing and executing talent acquisition strategies to attract top-tier candidates and build a robust pipeline. Managed the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, selection, and offer negotiation, while eliminating agency reliance.

Directed HR operations across the UK and US, providing strategic support in recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations. Designed and implemented a talent management program, including skills analysis, succession planning, and a structured onboarding process.

Led the Global HR & Talent team, managing the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. Implemented a new HR management system, driving efficiency through process optimization and seamless data migration.

Managed full-cycle recruitment for EMEA, including C-suite roles, driving direct sourcing strategies and reducing reliance on agencies. Designed bespoke sourcing and interview strategies tailored to regional needs, leveraging diverse recruitment tools.

Forecasted consultant availability, managed resource allocation for software projects, and optimized project costs in ByDesign systems. Led vendor negotiations and contract management for subcontractors, ensuring alignment with project budgets and timelines.

Delivered full cycle recruitment strategies across EMEA, partnering with external suppliers and coaching hiring managers on interview techniques. Streamlined and implemented direct sourcing methods, enhancing cost efficiency and reducing time-to-hire.

Served as the first point of contact for over 800 employees on all HR queries, payroll, policy advice, and employment relations. Led process improvement initiatives, streamlining HR operations and enhancing efficiency.

Achieved the highest growth on desk in Q2 2011, earning awards on the Top Achievers Rewards Scheme. Billed £48,000 in Q3 2011 through both temporary and permanent placements.

Completed a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Sociology. Gained a comprehensive understanding of sociological theories and research methods.

Obtained a CIPD Level 5 Diploma in Human Resource Management. Developed expertise in HR practices, talent management, and employee relations.