Declan Packer
About Declan Packer
Declan Packer is a Talent Acquisition Manager with over nine years of experience in recruiting across various disciplines. He has held significant roles at companies such as Healx, MOO, and Numan, where he has successfully built and managed talent acquisition functions.
Current Role at Numan
Declan Packer serves as the Talent Acquisition Manager at Numan since 2023. His role involves overseeing the recruitment process and developing strategies to attract top talent in a hybrid work environment based in London, England. He focuses on building a diverse and high-performing talent team that aligns with Numan's organizational goals.
Previous Experience at Healx
Prior to joining Numan, Declan worked at Healx as the Head of Talent Acquisition from 2020 to 2023. In this role, he was responsible for leading the talent acquisition efforts in a remote capacity while based in Cambridge, England. He played a key role in scaling the company by recruiting for various positions across multiple disciplines.
Talent Acquisition Roles at MOO
Declan's experience at MOO includes two positions: he served as a Technical Sourcer from 2016 to 2017 and later as a Talent Acquisition Specialist from 2017 to 2018. During his time at MOO, he contributed to the recruitment of talent for various roles, enhancing the company's workforce and supporting its growth.
Educational Background
Declan studied at GEMS Bolitho School from 2005 to 2010, where he achieved GCSEs in subjects including Psychology, History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths, English Literature, English Language, and IT. He furthered his education at The Cornwall College Group from 2012 to 2014, although specific details about his studies during this period are not provided.
Expertise in Talent Acquisition
With over 9 years of experience in talent acquisition, Declan has specialized in recruiting for roles across engineering, product, tech, clinical, and commercial disciplines. He has successfully established talent acquisition functions and developed talent strategies that foster strong relationships with candidates and stakeholders. His experience includes working with innovative startups and companies such as Vidsy, Buddywise, and Culture Trip.