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Richard Gent

Transformation Specialist | Future of Work Advisor

€1,158/day
Londres, GB
15+ years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Richard

I’ve led some of the most complex global talent transformations, enabling FTSE 100 companies and RPO providers unlock the full potential of their workforce.

I’ve helped organizations:

- Save millions by optimizing Talent strategies
- Create disruptive recruitment solutions that drive real ROI
- Turn Talent Intelligence into a competitive advantage

If you’re struggling with hiring, workforce agility, or making AI work for you, here’s how I can help:

- Diagnose what’s broken in your talent strategy
- Design a solution that works - whether that’s RPO, skills-based hiring, or AI-powered recruitment
- Make the business case so leadership buys in
- Deploy and optimize - ensuring long-term success

I’ve done this for some of the biggest brands in the world. If you want to do the same, let’s connect.

Will work across EMEA - remote or hybrid
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • French

    Conversational

Can work on-site
Londres (up to 50km)

Experience

  • totally talented
    Transformation Specialist | Future of Work Advisor
    January 2008 - Today (18 years and 5 months)
    United Kingdom
    As an experienced Recruitment Transformation and Talent Strategy Advisor, I have partnered with high-profile clients such as 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗱, 𝗠𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗰, 𝗬𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹, 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝗽𝗹𝗰, 𝗟𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗱𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽, 𝗛𝗦𝗕𝗖, and the 𝗕𝗕𝗖, delivering solutions that result in significant cost savings, process efficiencies, and customer experience.

    I drive strategic change, whether it’s through the design and delivery of complex recruitment models, the optimisation of existing recruitment processes, or the introduction of cutting-edge technology.

    𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:

    • Designed and delivered complex RPO solutions for global clients, including Volvo Group and the BBC
    • Created talent transformation strategies, optimizing recruitment delivery for Mitie, Yodel, and Capita
    • Led resourcing transformation at HSBC and Lloyds Banking Group delivering significant ROI
    • Delivered cost-saving strategies, reducing cost per hire by 70%

    𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝗮𝘆:

    “Richard has excellent stakeholder management skills – he always takes the consultative approach with a clear end goal in sight!” – 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿, 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁

    “Richard is adept at building relationships quickly and consistently delivers high-quality organizational design.” – 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗛𝗥 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿, 𝗬𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹

    “Richard has a high-energy, can-do approach. He’s adaptable, quick on his feet, and a great trouble-shooter.” – 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗥 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗟𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗱𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽

    I take a consultative, results-driven approach, leveraging deep industry expertise to design and implement talent solutions that drive measurable impact. By combining strategic vision with hands-on execution, I help organizations optimize processes, enhance talent strategies, and achieve long-term ROI
  • Randstad Enterprise
    Recruitment Transformation Advisor
    January 2022 - September 2022 (8 months)

    • Provision of a consultancy service across a number of global accounts highlighting opportunities to maximise service and delivery levels
    • Design and delivery of a complex RPO solution to the Volvo Group
    • Deployment of a CRM/ATS technology platform
    • Created an RPO playbook to deliver faster and easier adoption of the deployed solution
  • Impellam Group
    Recruitment Transformation Advisor
    June 2021 - November 2021 (5 months)

    • Engaged by the Group board to assess the current talent acquisition model and provide recommendations to optimise recruitment delivery
    • Production of a detailed report detailing opportunities for improvement
    • Creation of a strategy to centralise recruitment delivery and build group EVP
    • Recommendation of an agile and fully integrated technology platform
    • Creation of business case to support the transformation programme

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Education

  • MA, Philosophy
    University of Glasgow
    1995
    MA, Philosophy

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