Desmond Griffiths
About Desmond Griffiths
Desmond Griffiths is a Talent Acquisition Partner currently working at Kindred Group plc in London. He has extensive experience in recruitment, having held various roles in organizations such as Paddy Power Betfair, Starbucks, and JD Sports Fashion.
Work at Kindred Group
Desmond Griffiths currently serves as a Talent Acquisition Partner at Kindred Group plc, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves developing creative strategies to enhance the candidate experience and streamline recruitment processes. This position is based in London and operates in a hybrid work model.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to his current role, Desmond Griffiths worked at Paddy Power Betfair as a Talent Acquisition Specialist for Retail and Head Office from 2019 to 2022. He also held the position of Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor - EMEA at Starbucks for a brief period in 2022. His experience includes working as a Recruitment Officer at JD Sports Fashion plc from 2017 to 2019 and as a Retail and Head Office Resourcing Executive at RHR UK from 2016 to 2017.
Educational Background
Desmond Griffiths studied at Bacon's College, where he focused on Information Technology from 2001 to 2008. He later attended Kingston University, earning a Bachelor's Hons Degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from 2008 to 2012. This educational background supports his expertise in talent acquisition and recruitment.
Early Career and Other Roles
Desmond Griffiths began his career as an Outreach Worker at the Greater London Authority, where he worked from 2007 to 2009. He also served as an Operation Sales Manager at River Island from 2012 to 2016. These early roles contributed to his understanding of stakeholder management and operational processes.
Skills and Expertise
Desmond Griffiths is adept at handling the expectations of a diverse range of stakeholders across the globe and the EMEA region. He leads the introduction of new projects and implements innovative workflows to ensure consistency across organizations. His skills in enhancing candidate experiences and streamlining recruitment processes are notable in his career.