Soraya Dean
About Soraya Dean
Soraya Dean is a Talent Acquisition Manager at Trainline, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in talent acquisition across various sectors, having previously held positions at companies such as Depop, Spotify, and Deliveroo.
Work at Trainline
Soraya Dean has been serving as the Talent Acquisition Manager at Trainline since 2021. In this role, she focuses on engaging with potential candidates for various departmental roles, contributing to the company's mission of simplifying travel experiences. Her responsibilities include managing talent acquisition projects that extend across the UK and Europe, ensuring that Trainline attracts the right talent to support its growth and operational goals.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Prior to her role at Trainline, Soraya Dean worked in several talent acquisition positions. She was a Commercial Talent Partner at Depop for a brief contract in 2021. Her experience also includes serving as a Senior Talent Partner at Elements Talent Solutions and as a Global Talent Acquisition Partner at Spotify via Elements. Additionally, she held the position of Senior Talent Partner at Farfetch and Business Recruiter at Deliveroo, where she focused on building teams across various disciplines.
Education and Expertise
Soraya Dean earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology from The University of Kent, where she studied from 2007 to 2010. Her academic background provides her with insights into human behavior, which is beneficial in her talent acquisition roles. She has developed expertise in scaling both startup and global tech businesses through strategic talent acquisition, emphasizing her ability to build effective teams across multiple disciplines.
Background in Recruitment
Soraya Dean's recruitment career began with roles at Robert Half Finance & Accounting and Marks Sattin, where she worked as a consultant in corporate accounts and public practice, respectively. She also worked as a consultant at Twist or Stick Recruitment. Her diverse background in recruitment has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate various sectors, including finance, marketing, and analytics.