Scott Thomson (Frec)
About Scott Thomson (Frec)
Scott Thomson is a Senior Talent Acquisition Manager specializing in technology recruitment at Gattaca Plc, with over 28 years of experience in the IT industry. He focuses on developing effective recruitment strategies and employer branding while providing market intelligence and managing recruitment operations across various sectors.
Current Role at Gattaca
Scott Thomson serves as the Senior Talent Acquisition Manager for Client Solutions in Technology at Gattaca Plc. He has held this position since 2003, contributing over 21 years of experience in the recruitment sector. In this role, he is responsible for leading a team that manages high-pressure recruitment cycles and ensures the effective sourcing of senior IT executives. His responsibilities include developing resourcing strategies, supporting bid pursuits, and providing market intelligence to enhance recruitment processes.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to his current role at Gattaca, Scott Thomson worked at several organizations in various capacities. He was a Talent Acquisition Manager and Account Manager at McGregor Boyall for nine months in 1999-2000. He also served as a Talent Acquisition Manager and Resourcing Specialist at DP Connect from 2000 to 2002. His experience spans over 28 years in the IT recruitment industry, focusing on attracting talent for large corporate clients across the UK and Europe.
Education and Qualifications
Scott Thomson studied at Ravensbourne School For Boys from 1984 to 1989, where he achieved his GCSE. He furthered his education at Kelsey Park Boys School for one year in 1989-1990, also obtaining his GCSE. In addition to his educational background, he holds the title of Fellow of the Institute of Recruitment Professionals (FIRP), which recognizes his expertise and commitment to the recruitment profession.
Expertise in IT Recruitment
Scott Thomson possesses extensive knowledge in IT technology recruitment, with a focus on sectors such as IT outsourcing, IT advisory consulting, and cyber security. His expertise includes tri desk responsibilities, covering contract and permanent hiring, as well as resource-based recruiting for projects. He develops effective resourcing strategies that comply with UK and European legislation, ensuring the attraction and onboarding of candidates into relevant business streams.
Industry Focus and Contributions
Scott Thomson's industry focus includes financial services, the public sector, and commercial arenas. He actively attends management meetings to address recruitment challenges and provide solutions. His contributions include developing social media campaigns and employer branding strategies, as well as delivering real-time management information to business units. He benchmarks skill sets and identifies market trends to assist in resource retention and operational efficiencies.