Karen Luckly Tang
About Karen Luckly Tang
Karen Luckly Tang serves as the Head of Future Talent at Legal & General, bringing over 20 years of experience in HR and recruitment across various sectors, including investment banking and media. She has held significant roles at notable institutions such as Barclays Investment Bank, Deloitte UK, and Citi, and has been a Board Director at the Institute of Student Employers since 2018.
Current Role at Legal & General
Karen Luckly Tang serves as the Head of Future Talent at Legal & General. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the development and implementation of talent strategies that align with the company's goals. Her role focuses on identifying and nurturing future talent within the organization, ensuring that Legal & General remains competitive in the evolving market.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Karen has extensive experience in recruitment across various sectors. She worked at Deloitte UK as Head of Early Careers Recruitment from 2016 to 2022. Prior to that, she held the position of EMEA Head of Global Markets, Campus Recruitment (interim) at Barclays Investment Bank in 2014 and 2015. Her earlier roles include serving as a Graduate Recruiter at Bank of America in 2005 and as EMEA Senior Resourcing Business Partner at Citi from 2005 to 2013.
Board Director Role at Institute of Student Employers
Since 2018, Karen has been a Board Director at the Institute of Student Employers. In this role, she contributes to the strategic direction of the organization, focusing on enhancing the recruitment and development of students within the workforce. Her involvement spans over six years, during which she has played a pivotal role in shaping policies and initiatives that benefit both students and employers.
Educational Background
Karen Luckly Tang has a strong educational foundation. She studied at the French International School in Hong Kong, where she completed the International Baccalaureate. She then attended the University of Sussex, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in History with French from 1994 to 1998. Additionally, she studied at Lycee International in Saint Germain en Laye, France, where she completed her IGCSE.
Expertise in HR and Talent Management
With over 20 years of experience in human resources, Karen specializes in student and experienced hire resourcing within professional services, investment banking, and media sectors. She excels in business partnering and stakeholder management, building strategic relationships to meet business needs. Her proven track record in engagement and enablement reflects her commitment to fostering inclusive environments and supporting personal development.