Scott Parker
About Scott Parker
Scott Parker is the Head of Talent at MMIST, where he manages global teams in sourcing and recruiting technical talent. With over a decade of experience in recruitment and a background in Electronics and Computer Engineering, he effectively aligns talent acquisition with business objectives.
Work at MMIST
Scott Parker serves as the Head of Talent at MMIST, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing talent acquisition strategies and managing recruitment processes. His focus is on sourcing and onboarding top-tier technical talent to meet the organization's needs. Parker operates in a hybrid work environment from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, where he utilizes his extensive experience in recruitment to align talent acquisition with business objectives.
Education and Expertise
Scott Parker studied at the University of Leeds, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Electronics and Computer Engineering from 2001 to 2004. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in technical knowledge, which complements his recruitment expertise. Parker has over a decade of experience in recruitment, specializing in the sourcing of highly technical roles, which enhances his ability to understand the specific requirements of these positions.
Background in Recruitment
Parker has a diverse background in recruitment, having worked in various roles that have shaped his expertise. He was a Senior IT Recruitment Consultant at Hays from 2013 to 2017 in the Ottawa, Canada Area. Following this, he served as the Global Talent Acquisition Manager and HR Business Partner at Pythian from 2017 to 2023. His experience in these positions has equipped him with valuable insights into the recruitment landscape and the dynamics of technical talent acquisition.
Previous Work Experience
Before his career in recruitment, Scott Parker held management positions in the hospitality industry. He worked as an Assistant Manager at Inventive Leisure from 2007 to 2010 in Leeds, United Kingdom, and later as a General Manager at Mitchells & Butlers from 2010 to 2013. These roles contributed to his development of strong interpersonal skills and strategic thinking, which he now applies in his talent acquisition efforts.
Skills and Competencies
Scott Parker possesses a unique blend of technical expertise and HR strategic thinking. His ability to manage remote global teams effectively allows him to source and recruit talent across international markets. Parker leverages his exceptional interpersonal skills to drive organizational growth and enhance employee engagement and retention. His strategic approach to talent acquisition aligns with the broader business objectives of the organizations he works with.