Lyndsey Henderson
About Lyndsey Henderson
Lyndsey Henderson serves as the Head of Talent Acquisition at DeepL, having previously held similar roles at Rentalcars.com and Booking.com. With extensive experience in recruiting across various industries, she focuses on enhancing company culture and employee experience.
Current Role at DeepL
Lyndsey Henderson serves as the Head of Talent Acquisition at DeepL, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the recruitment strategy and processes for the company. Working remotely, she manages hiring for various roles across multiple countries, including Germany, the U.K., Netherlands, Poland, Japan, and the U.S. Her focus includes enhancing the company's talent acquisition efforts and ensuring a strong alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to her current role, Lyndsey Henderson held several significant positions in talent acquisition. She worked at Rentalcars.com as Head of Talent Acquisition from 2012 to 2018, and at Booking.com in various roles including Head of Talent Acquisition and Global Head of Recruitment Operations between 2018 and 2020. Additionally, she served as Director of Talent Acquisition at Onfido from 2021 to 2022. Her extensive experience spans diverse industries such as SaaS, Fintech, Travel, FMCG, and Financial Services.
Educational Background
Lyndsey Henderson studied at The University of Manchester, where she earned a degree in American Studies from 1996 to 2000. She also attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst for one year in 1998. Her educational background provides a foundation for her career in recruitment and talent acquisition.
Career Development and Skills
Lyndsey Henderson has developed a strong skill set in recruitment technology and its applications within the talent acquisition field. She has a keen interest in implementing new ideas in fast-paced business environments and is passionate about enhancing company culture and employee experience. Her career includes various roles that have contributed to her expertise in managing recruitment processes and strategies.
Work History Overview
Lyndsey Henderson's career includes a variety of roles in recruitment and talent acquisition. She began her professional journey as an On Site Recruitment Project Coordinator at Barclays in 2003. Over the years, she has held positions at notable companies such as BP, Kellogg Company, JLT Group, and Unilever. Her career also included a brief career break for travel from 2020 to 2021.