Jake Pedlingham
About Jake Pedlingham
Jake Pedlingham is a Talent Acquisition Partner in Technology at Starling Bank, where he leads a team focused on hiring for various tech roles. He has extensive experience in recruitment and advocates for employee well-being and a hybrid work model.
Work at Starling Bank
Jake Pedlingham serves as a Talent Acquisition Partner in the Technology department at Starling Bank since 2023. In this role, he leads a team of five, focusing on hiring for various technology positions, including Software Engineers, Mobile Engineers, and Cyber Security professionals. He also oversees Tech Talent Acquisition efforts for Engine by Starling, a SaaS platform developed by Starling Bank. Jake promotes a hybrid work model, allowing employees to balance remote work and office presence across multiple UK locations. He actively advocates for employee well-being through initiatives such as Mental Health First Aiders and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining Starling Bank, Jake Pedlingham worked at Currencycloud as a Talent Acquisition Partner for Tech & Product from 2021 to 2023. He also held the position of Recruitment Manager (Head of Delivery) at ITR Partners from 2020 to 2021. His career at ITR Partners included roles as Recruitment Delivery Lead from 2018 to 2020 and Principal Recruitment Consultant from 2017 to 2018. His experience encompasses various aspects of recruitment and talent acquisition across technology sectors.
Education and Expertise
Jake Pedlingham studied at the University of Leicester, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from 2011 to 2014. He also attended Worcester Sixth Form College from 2009 to 2011, achieving A-Level qualifications in Physical Education (A), Maths (A), Biology (B), and AS-Level Chemistry (B). Since 2022, he has been studying at the Chartered Management Institute, focusing on the Certified Level 3 Team Leader and the People Leadership Programme.
Leadership and Team Management
In his current role at Starling Bank, Jake leads a team dedicated to technology talent acquisition. His leadership approach emphasizes collaboration and effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent in the tech industry. His experience in managing teams and overseeing recruitment processes contributes to the overall success of the Technology department at Starling Bank.