Fikile Mthimkulu
About Fikile Mthimkulu
Fikile Mthimkulu is a Recruitment Coordinator at Investec in London, with a career spanning various roles in recruitment across multiple countries. She transitioned from a background in Corporate Communication to recruitment, emphasizing a strategic approach to career development and a passion for helping others.
Work at Investec
Fikile Mthimkulu has been employed at Investec as a Recruitment Coordinator since 2016. In this role, she focuses on aligning recruitment strategies with the company's objectives. Her responsibilities include sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and collaborating with hiring managers to fulfill staffing needs. Mthimkulu's tenure at Investec has allowed her to contribute to the company's talent acquisition efforts and support its growth in the competitive financial services sector.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Prior to her current position, Mthimkulu held various roles in recruitment. She worked as a Recruitment Consultant at Norton Rose Fulbright from 2015 to 2016 in London. Before that, she was a Recruitment Consultant for Financial Services at Set Consulting SA for two months in 2015. Her experience also includes serving as a Graduate Recruitment Consultant at PwC in New York from 2014 to 2015, and a brief role as a Human Resources Administrative Assistant at Mibfa in South Africa in 2013.
Education and Expertise
Mthimkulu earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Johannesburg, where she studied from 2008 to 2011. Her educational background in communication has informed her approach to recruitment, enabling her to effectively engage with candidates and understand their needs. Additionally, she attended St Martin's School, further enhancing her foundational skills in communication.
Career Development Approach
Fikile Mthimkulu adopts a strategic approach to career development, emphasizing the importance of starting from entry-level positions to gain comprehensive knowledge and skills in recruitment. This method allows her to understand the intricacies of the recruitment process and the significance of each role within the organization. Her passion for helping people and problem-solving drives her commitment to the recruitment field.
Values in Recruitment
Mthimkulu values the role of recruitment in shaping both company direction and individual growth. She finds fulfillment in her career path, recognizing the impact that effective recruitment has on organizational success and employee development. Her dedication to this field reflects her belief in the transformative power of connecting talent with opportunity.