Sarah Childs
About Sarah Childs
Sarah Childs is a Talent Acquisition Manager at Trainline, where she focuses on recruiting talent to support the company's mission of sustainable travel. She has a background in e-commerce, recruitment, and consulting, with previous roles at RedCat Digital and EarthStream.
Current Role at Trainline
Sarah Childs serves as the Talent Acquisition Manager at Trainline, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on recruiting talent that aligns with Trainline's mission of promoting environmentally sustainable travel. She is responsible for hiring across various teams, including growth marketing, brand, communications, and product. Her contributions are integral to supporting the company's strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at RedCat Digital
Prior to her current role, Sarah worked at RedCat Digital in multiple capacities. She served as the Head of Ecommerce, CX & Web Analytics from 2014 to 2018, where she managed online retail strategies in London. Following this, she took on the role of Tech Recruitment Manager and Diversity and Inclusion Lead from 2019 to 2021, focusing on enhancing recruitment processes and promoting diversity within the organization.
Experience at EarthStream
Before her tenure at RedCat Digital, Sarah was a Senior Consultant at EarthStream from 2010 to 2013. In this role, she specialized in the Energy and Utilities sector, providing consultancy services and insights to clients. Her experience in this position contributed to her understanding of recruitment dynamics in specialized industries.
Educational Background
Sarah Childs holds a BA (Hons) in Media Production (Television & Radio) from the University of Sunderland, where she studied from 2002 to 2005. Additionally, she earned an MSc in Organisational & Business Psychology from the University of Liverpool, completing her studies from 2017 to 2021. Her educational background supports her expertise in talent acquisition and organizational dynamics.
Key Contributions at Trainline
During her time at Trainline, Sarah has been part of significant milestones, including the company's listing on the London Stock Exchange and its inclusion in the FTSE 250. Her role in recruiting talent that supports the company's growth and sustainability initiatives is a key aspect of her contributions to the organization.