Dean Edwards
About Dean Edwards
Dean Edwards is a Talent Acquisition Business Partner at QBE Insurance in Melbourne, Australia, with extensive experience in recruitment across various sectors, including higher education. He has held roles at Monash University, Camp Australia, and other organizations, emphasizing candidate care and relationship management in his work.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Dean Edwards serves as a Talent Acquisition Business Partner at QBE Insurance, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he focuses on recruiting top talent within the organization, specifically targeting individuals who can contribute to future research breakthroughs. His work is centered in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, where he applies his extensive recruitment expertise to enhance the company's talent acquisition strategies.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Prior to his current role, Dean Edwards accumulated significant experience in recruitment. He worked at Monash University in various capacities, including Senior Recruitment Consultant and Recruitment Consultant, from 2019 to 2021. He also held the position of Senior Recruitment Consultant at Camp Australia from 2017 to 2019. His background includes a blend of internal and agency recruitment, which informs his approach to achieving best-practice recruitment outcomes.
Educational Background
Dean Edwards completed his secondary education at St. John's Grammar School, achieving the South Australian Certificate of Education from 2004 to 2008. He then pursued higher education at the University of South Australia, where he studied Human Resources Management and earned a Bachelor of Management (Human Resources) from 2012 to 2015. This educational foundation supports his expertise in talent acquisition and human resources.
Career Development and Skills
Throughout his career, Dean Edwards has developed a strong focus on candidate care and relationship management within the recruitment process. His experience spans various roles, including Recruitment Specialist at Employment Office and DIXON APPOINTMENTS, as well as a Complaints Officer at GE Capital. This diverse background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of the recruitment landscape and the importance of maintaining positive candidate experiences.