Tom Astell
Trainee Recruitment Consultant @Prestige Recruitment Specialists
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Trainee Recruitment Consultant @Prestige Recruitment Specialists
Kingston upon Hull, GB
Trainee Recruitment Consultant at Prestige Recruitment Specialists, supporting the end-to-end recruitment process.Working closely with clients to understand their hiring needs and sourcing suitable candidates through a range of channels. Managing candidate applications, conducting initial screening, and supporting the full recruitment cycle from vacancy through to placement.Recently moved into recruitment from a Learning and Development background, bringing experience in people, performance, and stakeholder engagement into a commercial recruitment environment.Focused on building strong relationships, developing market knowledge, and delivering a reliable service to both clients and candidates.
EDUCATION
Hull College
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Business Management
ABOUT TOM ASTELL
As a senior Learning & Development leader at Cooplands and an elected Councillor for East Riding of Yorkshire Council, I bring together a passion for developing people with a deep commitment to public service and purposeful leadership.At Cooplands, I lead the learning strategy for over 1,200 retail staff, launching impactful programmes that transform onboarding, unlock leadership potential, and build a culture of continuous improvement across our stores and bakeries. From designing innovative e-learning and management development pathways to overseeing large-scale induction rollouts, I focus on creating meaningful learning experiences that drive performance and engagement.Alongside my work in the private sector, I’m proud to serve my local community as a four time-elected Councillor and former Mayor of Beverley. My experience in governance, policy, and community leadership adds a unique dimension to my professional profile, strengthening my ability to listen, influence, and lead with empathy and accountability.Whether it’s building retail capability or contributing to long-term strategic change, I believe in the power of people. I’m especially passionate about leadership development, career progression in frontline roles, and ensuring everyone, no matter their background, has the chance to grow.Let’s connect if you’re working on: • Retail L&D transformation • Building inclusive leadership pipelines • Public-private collaboration • Future skills and workforce development
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