Chris Wood
About Chris Wood
Chris Wood is a Senior GTM Recruiter at Fivetran, based in Sydney, Australia, with over 11 years of experience in recruitment across the Asia Pacific and Japan regions. He has a diverse background in various industries, including education, banking, and technology, having held roles at notable companies such as Salesforce and Experis Australia.
Current Role at Fivetran
Chris Wood serves as a Senior GTM Recruiter at Fivetran, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, he focuses on recruiting talent in the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) region. His role involves supporting Fivetran's mission to simplify data access, particularly during a period of growth and expansion within the company.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Chris Wood has over 11 years of experience in recruitment across the Asia Pacific and Japan. Prior to his current role at Fivetran, he worked at Elastic as a Senior Recruiter for GTM, Field Sales, Marketing, and General Administration in the APJ region from 2019 to 2022. He also held various recruitment positions at Salesforce, Experis Australia, and Macquarie Group, focusing on sectors such as banking, financial services, and technology.
Education and Expertise
Chris Wood studied Marketing Management at the University of Gloucestershire, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree from 2000 to 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in recruitment, particularly in high-growth environments, which he has demonstrated throughout his career.
Background in the Education Sector
Before transitioning to technology and financial services recruitment, Chris Wood spent three years in the UK focusing on recruitment in the education industry. He worked at Tenet Education Services Limited as a Recruitment Consultant from 2007 to 2010, gaining valuable experience in this sector.
Career Progression in Australia
Chris Wood's career in Australia began in 2010 when he worked as a Recruitment Consultant for Experis Australia in the Banking and Financial Services sector. Over the years, he progressed to roles such as Account Director and Senior Recruitment Specialist, demonstrating a consistent trajectory in recruitment and talent acquisition across various industries.