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Ruan Nielsen

@ruannielsen

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I connect talent with opportunities through sourcing, client management, and recruitment execution.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to build a career in talent sourcing and recruiting, using targeted research, pipeline creation, client management, and end-to-end execution to match professionals with meaningful opportunities.

I've led full-lifecycle talent acquisition at ESTABLISHMENT, from job-ad strategy and candidate screening to interviews, contract formulation, and onboarding.

I pair targeted research, niche market mapping, pipeline creation, and headhunting with a practical understanding of complex client requirements. I enjoy translating those requirements into tailored solutions while building long-term relationships.

Over seven years, I've directed high-value projects, managed vendor networks, negotiated contracts, and aligned delivery with tight deadlines. My work has also included sales, business operations, global procurement, and cross-border importation.

My background in interior design strengthened my attention to detail, communication, site coordination, and ability to take work from an initial brief through to completion. I'm now focused on bringing that end-to-end approach to talent sourcing and recruiting.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Executive of Design & Sales

ESTABLISHMENT

Jan 2023 - Sep 2025 (2 years 8 months)

- Oversaw full-lifecycle talent acquisition, including job ad strategy, candidate screening, interviewing, contract formulation, and onboarding.

- Executed end-to-end client sales and project delivery, driving key client management and business operations.

- Managed day-to-day company operations and led a small design team, oversaw site execution, lighting design projects, managing company sal

Mid-weight Interior Designer

ESTABLISHMENT

Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 (2 years)

- Led social media marketing initiatives and expanded client acquisition channels.

- Assisted with company financial administration, including invoicing, vendor payments, and project budget management.

- Managed global procurement and cross-border importation of custom furniture, artwork, and lighting fixtures.

Junior Interior Designer

ESTABLISHMENT

Feb 2018 - Jan 2021 (2 years 11 months)

- Managed client relations, site logistics, contractor scheduling, and daily administrative operations.

- Sourced and specified high-end furniture, finishes, and architectural lighting through global supplier networks.

- Developed technical drawings, 3D renders, and design concepts from initial pitch to final site snagging and completion.