Oti Ikomi

Accomplished Talent Acquisition Lead with a proven track record of over 8 years in leading and transforming recruitment strategies across diverse industries and global markets (UK, EMEA, and US). Recognised for driving organisational growth, resourcing departments, right through to effective C-suite stakeholder engagement, strategic talent planning, and implementing innovative resourcing solutions. Notable achievements include streamlining end to end recruitment processes resulting in over £230k in cost savings and improved time-to-hire metrics. Recognised for fostering inclusive hiring practices and championing diversity initiatives to create high-performing teams. Proven ability to thrive under pressure, consistently delivering results while working towards complex deadlines. Endorsed by a multitude of esteemed HRBP's, CEO's, and Department Heads, with over 60+ LinkedIn recommendations attesting to my visionary leadership and commitment to talent excellence.

I have created and led Talent DEI projects and programmes, Non-bias recruitment processes, and salary benchmarking initiatives. I have also undergone unconscious bias training via Creative Equals and DEI certified training via the Hobbs Consultancy verified by the IPA. 

I have a proven track record of filling large volume roles as an in-house TA Lead directly. For example 95% of my in-house placements over the years have been filled by me directly. For instance during my in-house TA role with IPG Mediabrands, 35 hires out of 42 were filled by me directly, saving £234k on recruitment fees. I also have a track record of 95% of my placements pass their probation. 

My TA experience also includes leading and managing Early Career & DEI programmes, headhunting Heads of Departments on behalf of C-suite leadership teams, independently managing and leading large volume recruitment programmes. 

For example I lead, executed and managed Hogarth’s EMEA SOW after WPP's huge 4 billion Global ‘The Coca-Cola Company’ win (one of the largest Agency wins publicised via Campaign). My delivery also included overseeing and leading 10 Talent/HR Partners across the EMEA region and managing c100 roles across 5 EMEA markets. Neurodiverse EMEA Senior Talent Acquisition Lead. Below is a brief overview of my credibility and expertise demonstrated since 2011. I have had the privilege of partnering and placing amazing people who have worked for great brands such as; Coca-Cola, Microsoft, McDonalds, Google, Shawbrook Bank, Amazon, American Express, Ace Insurance, IPG Mediabrands, WPP as well as a few SME’s, Start ups and government bodies such as the NHS. To gain more insight into how I have led and managed small to large recruitment programmes, browse over my 60+ LinkedIn recommendations I have received from CEOs, VP’s, Heads of departments (MD’s) and Senior Managers. I have created and led Talent DEI projects and programmes, Non-bias recruitment processes, and salary benchmarking initiatives. I have also undergone unconscious bias training via Creative Equals and DEI certified training via the Hobbs Consultancy verified by the IPA. I have a proven track record of filling large volume roles as an in-house TA Lead directly. For example 95% of my in-house placements over the years have been filled by me directly. For instance during my in-house TA role with IPG Mediabrands, 35 hires out of 42 were filled by me directly, saving £234k on recruitment fees. I also have a track record of 95% of my placements pass their probation. My TA experience also includes leading and managing Early Career & DEI programmes, headhunting Heads of Departments on behalf of C-suite leadership teams, independently managing and leading large volume recruitment programmes. For example I lead, executed and managed Hogarth’s EMEA SOW after WPP's huge 4 billion Global ‘The Coca-Cola Company’ win (one of the largest Agency wins publicised via Campaign). My delivery also included overseeing and leading 10 Talent/HR Partners across the EMEA region and managing c100 roles across 5 EMEA markets.

Diversity & Inclusion certificate