Nathan Beard
About Nathan Beard
Nathan Beard is a Talent Acquisition Specialist currently working at DeepL, where he focuses on hiring for the SMB and Corporate divisions across EMEA. He has extensive experience in recruitment, having previously held roles at Finlay James, Robert Walters, Aiven, and KnowBe4, and he aims to create a streamlined recruitment process to support stakeholders and candidates.
Work at DeepL
Nathan Beard has been employed at DeepL as a Talent Acquisition Specialist since September 2023. In this role, he is responsible for hiring within the SMB and Corporate divisions across the EMEA region. His focus is on creating an efficient recruitment process that benefits both stakeholders and candidates, facilitating career progression opportunities.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to joining DeepL, Nathan Beard held several positions in talent acquisition. He worked at Aiven as a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist for Global GTM from 2022 to 2023. Before that, he served as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Aiven from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he was a Corporate Recruiter at KnowBe4 for three months in 2023, and he worked at Robert Walters as a Consultant in Technology Sales from 2016 to 2021.
Background in Recruitment and Consulting
Nathan Beard began his career in recruitment at Finlay James, where he specialized in Big Data, Data Warehousing, and Business Intelligence from 2015 to 2016. His experience spans various sectors, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the recruitment landscape in technology and data-driven fields.
Education and Expertise
Nathan Beard studied at the University of Worcester, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Primary Initial Teaching Education from 2012 to 2015. His educational background, combined with his professional experience, equips him with the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of talent acquisition in the technology sector.
Professional Philosophy
Nathan Beard has a passion for leveraging technology to drive change in recruitment processes. He emphasizes the significance of the individuals behind the technology, aiming to create a recruitment experience that aligns with the needs of both candidates and organizations.