Join Tom Armitage, Head of Talent & Performance at The Telegraph, as he presents on how to map out, find, secure and succeed in the role that is right for you in these unprecedented virtual times. Tom will draw on his wealth of experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, leadership and management to share his advice and insights on topics such as:
Managing your career successfully: the magic ingredients
Mapping the recruitment marketplace for the role you're interested in: separating fact from fiction
Standing out in a crowded candidate marketplace: practical hints and tips
The graduate labour market has suffered significantly in the past year and this is a particularly challenging time to start your career. Therefore, this event should appeal to all current students and recent graduates who would like to get ahead in finding the right job for them.
Tom will answer questions during a Q&A after the panel discussion.
This event is free, but you must register your place in advance. The event link will be provided after registration.
About the speaker
Tom Armitage, Head of Talent & Performance at The Telegraph (MA Personnel and Development, 2011)
As well as working as Head of Talent & Performance at The Telegraph, Tom Armitage is a freelance coach, facilitator and organisational development consultant based in London. Tom’s particular area of expertise is helping high-achieving individuals to clarify and deliver their goals, spark self-insight and realise their potential. His approach is curious, empathetic, challenging and supportive.
Tom brings to his work a wealth of diverse experience across industry sectors. He started his career in learning and development at Barclays UK Retail Bank, where he was seconded to work in Delhi, India. Tom also led Diageo’s graduate recruitment operations across Western Europe, set up a global leadership development practice at Pearson, and is currently in a senior leadership role as Head of Talent and Performance at the Telegraph Media Group.
Tom earned his BA in French and Linguistics at Newcastle University, his MA in Personnel and
Development at Westminster Business School, University of Westminster and is studying for his MSc in Career Management and Coaching at Birkbeck College, University of London.
