Annie Jackson
About Annie Jackson
Annie Jackson is the Head of Talent at Cleo, specializing in executive search and leadership hiring, with a strong focus on diversity and gender equality in the tech sector.
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Annie Jackson is currently serving as the Head Of Talent at Cleo. She is responsible for overseeing talent acquisition and management strategies across various departments.
Career at Cleo
Annie Jackson's journey at Cleo began when she joined as a Senior Talent Partner in Product & Design in 2020. She quickly advanced to the role of Talent Acquisition Lead, a position she held from 2020 to 2021. Annie then became the Head of Talent - non-tech, serving in this role from 2021 to 2022. She has since resumed her position as Head Of Talent, focusing on strategic talent initiatives and leadership hiring.
Previous Professional Experience
Before joining Cleo, Annie Jackson worked at carwow from 2016 to 2020, where she held titles including Talent Partner and Lead Talent Partner. She also spent time at 7digital as an HR Assistant in 2016. Earlier roles include Talent Acquisition Specialist at Qubit from 2014 to 2015, and HR Executive at Inspiring Interns from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she was an English Language Teacher with the British Council in Paris from 2011 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Annie Jackson studied at the University of Nottingham, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in French and Russian in 2013. Prior to that, she attended Aylesbury High School, achieving A Levels in Biology, Chemistry, and French. Her expertise lies in executive search and leadership hiring, with a focus on roles in product management, product design, marketing, commercial, finance, HR, and operations.
Interests and Specializations
Annie Jackson is passionate about championing diversity and gender equality in the tech sector. She has been featured in the Women in FinTech Powerlist 2022. Her keen interest extends to AI and emerging technologies, which align with her professional focus and personal interests.