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Rachel Hawker

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Director Talent Acquisition - Europe (APEMEA & Services) at Mastercard
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Rachel Hawker is the Director of Talent Acquisition for Europe at Mastercard, with extensive experience at major companies including IPG Mediabrands and Warner Music Group. She holds a Criminology degree from Solent University. Colleagues consistently describe her as diligent, knowledgeable, trustworthy, genuine, and communicative.

While specific personal hobbies are not publicly detailed, Rachel has a stated interest in prominent companies like The Walt Disney Company and Infor. Her academic background in Criminology suggests a unique perspective on human behavior and recruitment.

Interestingly, Rachel studied Criminology before building a successful career in talent acquisition for global brands.

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Experience
18 Years
Current Role
Director Talent Acquisition - Europe (APEMEA & Services)
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
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Early Career Talent
She recently celebrated Mastercard earning a Handshake Early Talent Award, emphasizing the importance of creating growth opportunities for new professionals.
Talent Acquisition
As a Director of Talent Acquisition, she is deeply involved in recruiting strategy and execution, frequently sharing high-level job opportunities like VP roles.
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Career

Work history

3-2023
Director Talent Acquisition - Europe (APEMEA & Services)
Mastercard
6-2019 - 3-2023
Manager Talent Acquisition - UK / Nordics & Baltics (International Markets)
Mastercard
8-2016 - 6-2019
Talent Acquisition Manager
IPG Mediabrands
9-2015 - 8-2016
Head Office Talent Recruiter (Contract)
Marks and Spencer
8-2015 - 9-2015
Talent Acquisition Advisor (Contract)
Warner Music Group
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Education
2003 - 2006
Criminology BA (Hons)
Solent University
1996 - 2003
AS and A-Levels
Kennet School - Thatcham
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