Robert Symons
About Robert Symons
Robert Symons is the Chief Sales Officer at SmartRecruiters, known for his extensive experience in the HCM software sector and his role in expanding a business from 11 to over 700 employees.
Title and Role at SmartRecruiters
Robert Symons holds the position of Chief Sales Officer at SmartRecruiters. He joined the company in 2016 as the first sales and marketing hire for the UK/Northern Europe region. In his role, he is responsible for overseeing the global Account Executives, Sales Development, Pre-Sales, and Partnerships teams.
Experience in Recruiting Marketplace
Robert Symons brings 22 years of experience within the recruiting marketplace to his current role. His extensive industry knowledge has been instrumental in helping companies transform their engagement, hiring, and retention strategies. His deep understanding of recruiting trends and innovations is invaluable to SmartRecruiters.
Previous Leadership Experience
Before joining SmartRecruiters, Robert spent 9 years scaling an HCM software business from 11 employees to over 700 employees as a member of the senior leadership team. This experience underscores his ability to drive significant growth and effectively lead large teams.
Focus on HCM Cloud Software
Robert Symons is an advocate of HCM cloud software, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize how companies manage their workforce. His passion for this technology is evident in his efforts to promote its adoption and integrate it into talent management solutions.