Charlotte Richards
About Charlotte Richards
Charlotte Richards serves as the Head of Talent Acquisition at Starling Bank, a position she has held since 2022. With extensive experience in talent acquisition and leadership roles at State Street Global Advisors and other organizations, she has developed a strong background in the financial services sector.
Current Role at Starling Bank
Charlotte Richards serves as the Head of Talent Acquisition at Starling Bank, a position she has held since 2022. Based in Cardiff, Wales, she is responsible for overseeing the recruitment strategies and processes within the organization. Her role involves identifying talent needs, developing recruitment plans, and ensuring the acquisition of skilled professionals to support the bank's growth and operational objectives.
Previous Experience at State Street Global Advisors
Prior to her current role, Charlotte Richards worked at State Street Global Advisors from 2017 to 2021 as Vice President in the Official Institutions Group. In this capacity, she managed relationships with institutional clients and contributed to the development of investment strategies. Her tenure at State Street also included various positions in talent acquisition and leadership development, showcasing her expertise in human resources within the financial sector.
Professional Background in Talent Acquisition
Charlotte Richards has extensive experience in talent acquisition, having held multiple roles at State Street. She served as a Talent Acquisition Consultant from 2012 to 2015 and later as Head of Talent Acquisition for Product, Global Markets, and STT Digital from 2021 to 2022. Her background includes developing recruitment strategies and enhancing talent pipelines, which have been critical in her career progression.
Educational Background at University of Cambridge
Charlotte Richards studied at the University of Cambridge, where she earned a Master of Arts degree in Geography. This academic background provided her with analytical skills and a broad understanding of various socio-economic factors, which contribute to her strategic approach in talent acquisition and management.
Early Career Experience
Charlotte began her career in sales and marketing at Google from 2006 to 2007. She then transitioned to the financial sector, working at Webber Fox in asset management from 2007 to 2012. This early experience laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in talent acquisition and leadership development within major financial institutions.