Desmond Healy
About Desmond Healy
Desmond Healy is a People Manager at Sitruna, specializing in helping candidates secure positions in the media industry. He has a diverse background in staffing and recruitment, along with a degree in Theatre from the University of the Arts London.
Current Role at Sitruna - Amazon Experts
Desmond Healy serves as the People Manager at Sitruna - Amazon Experts since 2021. In this role, he focuses on managing talent acquisition and employee engagement within the organization. His responsibilities include developing strategies to attract and retain top talent in the competitive landscape of the Amazon marketplace. Desmond's experience in the staffing and recruiting industry supports his efforts in aligning the company's workforce with its strategic goals.
Previous Experience in Staffing and Recruitment
Before joining Sitruna, Desmond Healy worked at GroupM as a Future Talent Manager from 2019 to 2020. His role involved identifying and nurturing future talent in the media sector. Additionally, he served as a Facilities Assistant at Mindshare from 2017 to 2019, where he gained insights into operational support within a media environment. His background includes a four-year tenure as a Teaching Assistant at Vibe Teacher Recruitment from 2012 to 2016, which further developed his skills in mentorship and candidate support.
Educational Background in Theatre
Desmond Healy studied at the University of the Arts London, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre from 2009 to 2012. This educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in public speaking and customer service, skills that are valuable in his current role as a People Manager. His theatre studies contribute to his ability to communicate effectively and engage with diverse audiences.
Early Career in Hospitality
Desmond began his career in the hospitality sector, working as bar staff at Young's and Geronimo from 2016 to 2017. This experience in a fast-paced environment helped him develop strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of customer service dynamics. His early roles laid the groundwork for his later career in staffing and recruitment, where he applies his passion for helping candidates find roles in the media industry.
Expertise in Strategic Planning
Desmond Healy possesses expertise in strategic planning within the staffing and recruiting industry. His ability to develop and implement effective recruitment strategies is informed by his diverse experiences across various roles in human resources and talent management. This expertise enables him to contribute to the overall success of the organizations he works with by aligning talent acquisition efforts with business objectives.