Mark Astley
About Mark Astley
Mark Astley is the Director of Talent Acquisition at Vinted, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in talent acquisition and client services, having held various roles at companies such as Goldman Sachs, Barclays, and GoCardless.
Work at Vinted
Mark Astley has been serving as the Director of Talent Acquisition at Vinted, also known as Kleiderkreisel, since 2020. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the recruitment process and improving the overall talent acquisition strategy. His responsibilities include mentoring backend engineers on database query optimization and working on initiatives to improve uptime for Vinted's platforms. He is also involved in cost reduction initiatives for infrastructure, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization's operations.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining Vinted, Mark Astley held various roles in talent acquisition across multiple organizations. He worked as the Head of Talent Acquisition at Dealogic from 2017 to 2018 and as a Client Services Director at Randstad Sourceright for nine months in 2016. His earlier experience includes roles at Goldman Sachs, where he served as an Onsite Programme Manager and later as an Account Manager for the EMEA/APAC regions. He also worked at GoCardless as Director of Talent from 2018 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Mark Astley studied at the University of St Andrews, where he earned a Master of Arts degree in English from 2000 to 2004. His educational background provides a foundation for his professional expertise in talent acquisition and human resources. He has developed skills in database performance optimization and has experience leading a Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team, demonstrating his technical knowledge and leadership capabilities.
Background in Engineering and Operations
Mark Astley has a background in backend engineering, which has informed his approach to talent acquisition and team leadership. He has engaged in testing and improving data center resilience and failover procedures. His previous roles include Operations Manager at Right Management and Recruitment Manager - Europe at MF Global. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of operational processes and team dynamics.
Interests in Personal Development
Mark Astley has a keen interest in personal development and habit formation. He has read and applied concepts from influential books such as 'The Power of Habit' and '7 Habits of Highly Effective People.' His focus on personal growth extends to mentoring others and exploring the impact of metaphors on thinking and communication, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and improvement.