Shaun Thompson Nicholls
About Shaun Thompson Nicholls
Shaun Thompson Nicholls is a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner with a background in military service and extensive experience in recruitment, particularly in AI and machine learning. He advocates for social value, diversity, and inclusion in his professional practices.
Work at Fairmatic
Shaun Thompson Nicholls currently serves as a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Fairmatic, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves identifying and recruiting top talent in the industry, particularly focusing on Machine Learning experts. He operates in a remote capacity from the UK, contributing to Fairmatic's mission of leveraging technology to address significant societal challenges.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Before joining Fairmatic, Shaun held various recruitment roles. He worked at Meta as a Technical Recruiter for AI Research and Engineering from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, he was a Principal Recruiter for AI and Machine Learning at Big Cloud from 2017 to 2021. He also served as a Recruitment Consultant at Badenoch & Clark UK from 2015 to 2016 and at SF Group from 2016 to 2017. His experience spans multiple sectors, emphasizing his expertise in technology recruitment.
Military Background
Shaun served in the British Army as an Infantry Soldier from 2011 to 2015. This four-year experience provided him with a strong foundation in discipline and teamwork, which he has applied throughout his professional career in recruitment.
Education and Training
Shaun studied at St Christophers C of E High School and Sixth Form from 2005 to 2011. His educational background has contributed to his professional development and understanding of the recruitment landscape.
Advocacy for Social Value and Inclusion
Shaun advocates for creating social value and openness in professional endeavors. He emphasizes diversity and inclusion in recruitment practices, promoting core values such as being bold, moving fast, and focusing on impact. His approach reflects a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture.