Kofi Kyei
About Kofi Kyei
Kofi Kyei is an Executive Search Lead at Legal & General, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in talent acquisition and recruitment across various financial services firms, including MUFG and BlueCrest Capital Management.
Current Role at Legal & General
Kofi Kyei serves as the Executive Search Lead at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he collaborates with his team to define strategic goals and identify development opportunities within the organization. His focus includes enhancing the recruitment process and aligning talent acquisition strategies with the company's objectives.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Kofi Kyei has extensive experience in talent acquisition, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was previously a Vice President and Talent Acquisition Executive Recruiter at MUFG for seven months in 2018, followed by a year as Recruitment Manager at BlueCrest Capital Management in 2019. He also served as a Talent Acquisition Partner at Legal & General Investment Management from 2020 to 2021.
Education and Academic Background
Kofi Kyei studied at the University of Leicester, where he earned a degree in Economics and Economic History, achieving a 2:1 classification. He also attended Wilsons Grammar for his earlier education. His academic background provides a foundation for his career in recruitment and talent acquisition.
Career Progression and Roles
Kofi Kyei's career spans various roles in recruitment and talent acquisition. He began as a Consultant at Witan Jardine, progressing to Managing Consultant over four years. He later worked at PSD Group as a Senior Consultant from 2010 to 2013, followed by a role at Pure - Search & Selection as a Consultant in Tax for two years. His diverse experience includes working at HSBC as a Vendor Recruiter and at MUFG in multiple capacities.
Initiatives in Inclusion and Diversity
At Legal & General, Kofi Kyei has implemented strategic initiatives aimed at supporting Inclusion and Diversity within the organization. His efforts focus on creating a more inclusive workplace and ensuring diverse representation in recruitment processes.