Mike Cardall
About Mike Cardall
Mike Cardall serves as the Managing Director of the International Recruitment Division at Sentinel, overseeing operations in the UK, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic. He has a background in recruitment and account management, with a focus on disruptive technologies and a commitment to fostering diversity and strong customer relationships.
Work at Sentinel
Mike Cardall has been the Managing Director of the International Recruitment Division at Sentinel since 2010. His role encompasses overseeing recruitment operations in the UK, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic. Under his leadership, the division has focused on delivering both permanent and contract recruitment solutions across Europe. Cardall has emphasized the importance of building a team of consultants who specialize in disruptive technologies, including Cloud, Data, DevOps, and ML/AI. His management approach has led to significant achievements, including a 50% revenue growth target for the 2021/22 period.
Previous Experience
Before joining Sentinel, Mike Cardall worked at ABS Network Solutions as a Senior Account Manager from 2004 to 2008. During his four years in Crawley, United Kingdom, he gained valuable experience in account management and client relations. Prior to that, he was employed at AXA as a Pensions Administrator for one year, from 2003 to 2004, in Coventry, United Kingdom. These roles contributed to his expertise in recruitment and client management.
Education and Expertise
Mike Cardall studied Transport Design at Coventry University from 1999 to 2003. This educational background provided him with a foundation in design principles and project management, which he later applied in his recruitment career. His expertise now lies in the recruitment sector, particularly in building teams that focus on emerging technologies and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
Achievements in Recruitment
Throughout his career, Mike Cardall has achieved notable milestones, particularly in revenue growth and team development. He successfully led his team to achieve a target of 50% revenue growth for the 2021/22 period, showcasing the effectiveness of his leadership and the commitment of his team. Cardall is also dedicated to promoting a culture that values diverse ideas and backgrounds, which he believes is essential for long-term employee retention and success in the recruitment industry.
Goals and Philosophy
Mike Cardall aims to provide the right ingredients for career progression and personal growth within the recruitment industry. He actively hires experienced recruitment professionals as well as newcomers, fostering an environment that supports development and learning. Cardall emphasizes the importance of building strong customer relationships, which he considers a key factor for success in the European market.