Nicola Warford
Resourcing Business Partner @Suttons Group
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WORK HISTORY
Resourcing Business Partner @Suttons Group
Widnes, GB
Reporting to the HR Director, I lead all recruitment activity across Suttons International, covering Europe, USA, and Asia. Solely responsible for designing and delivering strategic hiring plans, improving recruitment metrics, and enhancing stakeholder engagement.Key Achievements- Exceeded targets for Cost per Hire, Time to Hire, and Diversity- Implemented a direct hiring model, saving over £1.6 million across four years- Delivered engaging HR inductions to ensure compliance and cultural alignment- Championed menopause awareness as part of the company’s wellbeing strategy- Designed and executed recruitment campaigns and promotion processes across global locations- Ensured exceptional candidate experience through collaboration with HR and hiring managers.Direct Hiring Savings- 2025: 58 hires – £266,116 saved- 2024: 81 hires – £403,656 saved- 2023: 96 hires – £515,962 saved- 2022: 146 hires – £466,802 saved
ABOUT NICOLA WARFORD
I’m a passionate and results-driven Resourcing Business Partner with over 15 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Strategy, and HR Operations across global markets including the UK, Europe, USA, and Asia. I specialise in leading high-volume and specialist recruitment campaigns, building strong stakeholder relationships, and delivering cost-effective, inclusive hiring solutions.Currently the sole Resourcing Partner at Suttons International, I’ve implemented a direct hiring model that has saved the business over £1.6 million in agency fees while improving time-to-hire and diversity outcomes. I thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments and am always looking for ways to optimise processes, enhance candidate experience, and align talent strategies with business goals.Let’s connect if you’re passionate about people, performance, and purpose-driven recruitment.
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