Patrick Davis

Contract Recruiter @Europa Search

Reading, GB

I began my journey at Europa Search in November 2024 as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, where I quickly mastered the core principles of sales and recruitment. From prospecting and cold calling to building and nurturing client relationships, I developed the ability to identify and place top IT talent in fields such as IT Architecture, Data, Cyber Security, and AI.My performance and ability to drive new business led to a promotion to Associate Consultant, where I took on larger clients, strengthening relationships and expanding my impact and handling more senior level placements that require strategic engagement and precision.Key Skills & ExpertiseSales & Business Development – Proven ability to convert cold calls into long-term business opportunities.Recruitment & Talent Acquisition – Specialising in high-level IT placements across multiple disciplines.Client Relationship Management – Experienced in nurturing and growing partnerships with major organisations.Technology & Tools – Proficient in CRM software (Bullhorn & Microsoft), sales and recruitment platforms (Lusha, LinkedIn Recruiter, Cognism, LinkedIn SalesNav), and email & phone prospecting techniques.Notable Achievements- Consistently exceeded targets, securing an average of 2 roles per week (against a target of 1)- Successfully placed top-tier talent in high-demand IT roles, strengthening client trust and retention- Transformed cold calls into valuable business opportunities, leading to multiple new client wins.I thrive in high-pressure environments, adapt quickly, and am always looking for new ways to drive success both for my clients and my own professional growth.

Leeds Beckett University

Human Geography and Town Planning, Geography