Oli Monks
About Oli Monks
Oli Monks is the Talent Acquisition and Mobility Lead at Made Tech and a Trustee at Living It Up, with a background in talent acquisition, program management, and advocacy for neurodiversity.
Company
Oli Monks is currently working at Made Tech as the Talent Acquisition and Mobility Lead. He brings his extensive industry experience to this London-based company, where he focuses on talent acquisition and mobility strategies. Oli also serves at Living It Up as a Trustee in Bedfordshire, England, contributing his expertise to support the organization’s mission on-site.
Title
Oli Monks holds the titles of Talent Acquisition and Mobility Lead at Made Tech, and Trustee at Living It Up. His roles emphasize his commitment to improving talent strategies and supporting organizational missions. He balances these positions by working both in hybrid and on-site capacities.
Education and Expertise
Oli Monks holds a BA Hons degree in Management and Entrepreneurship from Lancaster University. His expertise spans across talent acquisition, mobility, and community advocacy, with a specialized focus on neurodiversity. Oli has also delivered a TEDx talk on these subjects, showcasing his deep understanding and commitment.
Career Background
Oli Monks has a well-rounded career background with diverse roles in various organizations. Prior to his current roles, he worked as a Talent Partner at Made Tech, Programme Lead and Visa Community Lead at Tech Nation, founder of Place With Purpose, and Employment Consultant at AS Mentoring. His early career included positions such as Global Assistant HR Manager at Unilever and Vice-President at Enactus Lancaster.
Achievements
Oli Monks has a series of notable achievements. He was awarded the prestigious Churchill Fellowship for his contributions to impactful community building and talent mobility. He played a key role in supporting global tech talent while at Tech Nation, significantly contributing to an alumni community across 100 countries. Additionally, he has been recognized for his advocacy for neurodiversity through the creation of a dedicated co-working space, and he frequently writes blog posts on reasonable adjustments in the workplace.