Emily Cotterill
Head of Talent Acquisition @Qodea
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Talent Acquisition @Qodea
GB
Leading the talent acquisition function for a global frontier technology consultancy (Data, AI, Cloud and Security) and Google transformation partner (500+ staff) following the group acquisition of Beyond, tmc3, and TIQQE (PE-backed by Marlin).Work where work matters.We are a global technology group built for what\'s next, offering high calibre professionals the platform for high stakes work, the kind of work that defines an entire career. When you join us, you\'re not just taking on projects, you\'re solving problems that don\'t even have answers yet.You will join the exclusive roster of talent that global leaders, including Google, Snap, Diageo, PayPal, and Jaguar Land Rover call when deadlines seem impossible, when others have already tried and failed, and when the solution absolutely has to work. Forget routine consultancy. You will operate where technology, design, and human behaviour meet to deliver tangible outcomes, fast. This is work that leaves a mark, work you’ll be proud to tell your friends about. We look for people who embody:Innovation to solve the hardest problems.‍Accountability for every result.‍Integrity always.View all of our global vacancies here: E••••••••@qodea.com
EDUCATION
Loughborough University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Sports Science with Management
SKILLS
ABOUT EMILY COTTERILL
Hands-on Talent Acquisition Leader with 10+ years experience, specialising in building first-in talent functions for high-growth tech start-ups and scale-ups (SaaS, Cyber, AI, Data, Cloud). Expert in global attraction, M&A integration, and implementing AI-first recruitment frameworks (Gemini, NotebookLM). Proven track record: 98%+ direct hire rate and margin optimisation via nearshore/offshore hubs. Passionate DEI advocate, integrating \'culture-add\' philosophies. Equally adept as a strategic leader or hands-on individual contributor across UK, Europe, US (East Coast), APAC, and LATAM.SKILLSStrategy: Global Talent Acquisition, M&A Integration, Resource Planning, Margin Optimisation.Operations: AI-First Recruitment Workflows, ATS/HRIS Implementation (Workable, BambooHR, Dayforce, Dover), Data-Driven TA Scorecards, System and Process Improvement.Sourcing: Technical Cyber, Cloud, AI and Data Headhunting, Nearshore Hub Development (Romania/Portugal/Philippines), Recruitment Automation and Enablement.Advocacy: DEI Strategy, Unconscious Bias Training, C-Suite Stakeholder Management, Employer Branding.Away from work. Run a side hustle, Bark Side of Midlothian: Voluntary experience as Director of Women and Girls\' Rugby for Watsonian FC and as Head Coach for the Wildcats (girls U12-U16 section), which I set up from scratch. Prior to that I was Club Captain, the first ever female to be appointed into the role. I have also sat on the Scottish Rugby women\'s competitions committee and advisory board for the women and girls\' strategy. Ex-Scottish premiership rugby player and ex-international and premiership hockey player. Active gym goer, snowboarder, dog rescuer and hillwalker with double bionic knees.
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