Jeena Lakshmanan
About Jeena Lakshmanan
Jeena Lakshmanan is a Talent Acquisition Manager at Streetbees, where she emphasizes diversity and inclusion in recruitment strategies. She has a background in Fine Arts from the University of the Arts London and has contributed to significant growth and funding achievements at Streetbees.
Current Role at Streetbees
Jeena Lakshmanan serves as the Talent Acquisition Manager at Streetbees, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing talent acquisition strategies that emphasize diversity and inclusion. Her expertise is critical in recruiting for various roles across Insights, Strategy, Operations, and Marketing. Under her management, the talent acquisition team has contributed to the company's significant growth.
Previous Experience at Streetbees
Prior to her current role, Jeena worked as a Talent Acquisition Consultant at Streetbees from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure, she played a key role in the company's Series B funding round, which successfully raised $57.1 million. Her contributions during this period were integral to the company's recruitment strategies and overall growth.
Experience at MVF
Jeena was previously employed at MVF as a Senior Resourcer on a fixed-term contract in 2019. MVF was recognized as the 2nd best company to work for by the Sunday Times during her time there. Her role involved supporting the recruitment process, which contributed to the company's reputation as a desirable workplace.
Background in Recruitment
Before joining MVF, Jeena worked as a Marine Recruitment Consultant at Spencer Ogden from 2018 to 2019. This role involved sourcing and placing candidates within the marine sector in London, United Kingdom. Her experience in diverse recruitment settings has equipped her with a broad skill set applicable to her current role.
Education and Expertise
Jeena studied at the University of the Arts London, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine/Studio Arts from 2014 to 2017. Her educational background complements her professional experience, providing her with a unique perspective on creativity and strategy in talent acquisition.