Aron Shea

Initiator
DISC Type : Di

Talent Acquisition Manager at Astra Tech

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Overview

Aron is a Talent Acquisition Manager with over seven years of experience at major tech companies like Google, Meta, and now the fintech leader Astra Tech. He specializes in technology recruitment across EMEA and the Middle East. Described by colleagues as "professional" and "brilliant, " he holds a certification in Generative AI.

Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Aron has a background that blends technology with wellness. His education includes studies at St Andrews College as well as a qualification in Personal Training and Holistic Massage, suggesting a keen interest in health and personal development outside of his corporate career.

Unique fact: He is a qualified Personal Trainer and Holistic Massage therapist.

Personality Overview

Conviction Driven

Impact-Oriented

Confident

They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships.  They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.

Topics They Care About

Technology Recruiting
His entire career is focused on recruiting top-tier talent for major tech firms like Google, Meta, and Astra Tech, frequently posting about new roles in Engineering, AI, and Product.
Fintech Growth
He works for what he describes as the "fastest-growing fintech in the region" and is focused on scaling the technology, risk, and product teams at Astra Tech/botim.
Generative AI
He holds a recent certification in "What Is Generative AI? ", indicating a professional interest in staying current with emerging technologies and their impact on the talent landscape.

Media Appearances

Aron has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2024
Talent Acquisition Manager at Astra Tech
5-2024 - 9-2024
Senior Recruitment Consultant at Hays
12-2022 - 4-2024
Consultant at Robert Walters
10-2021 - 9-2022
Sourcing Specialist at Meta
10-2019 - 10-2021
Sourcing Specialist at Google

Education

Leaving Certificate from St Andrew's College, Dublin
Perosnal Training & Hollistic Massage FETAC Level 6 from Sallynoggin College of Further Education

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Insights For Selling To Aron

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on the big picture and the strategic value of your product
  • Look like someone who is on top of their game
  • Clearly address the competitive aspects

DONT's

  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don’t be very informal even if they are being so themselves

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Aron is

  • Belief in the value of the product, relationship and a sense of accomplishment matter the most.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Aron

  • They are not shy of saying no if they do not develop trust in your product.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Aron move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can Aron take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And Aron

Personality Compatibility


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