Sophie Halpin MSc, BSc, MCIPD

Senior Global Talent Business Partner

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United Kingdom

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Talent ManagementRecruitmentCoachingCustomer ServiceManagement ConsultingTalent Acquisition

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About me

Intro

Strategic Talent Business Partner with 10+ years of expertise in global recruitment and senior-level talent acquisition. Currently leading executive hiring at AstraZeneca's Barcelona hub, specializing in pharmaceutical, oncology, and niche IT talent pipelines. I deliver data-driven recruitment strategies that align top-tier professionals with organizational growth objectives and drive measurable business impact.

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Work experience

Senior Global Talent Business Partner

AstraZeneca

Jan 2022 - Oct 2025

3 years 10 months

Barcelona, Spain

As a Strategic Talent Business Partner at AstraZeneca, I lead the recruitment of senior-level talent within the Barcelona hub, aligning hiring strategies with business objectives. I partner closely with senior leadership to attract and select the right talent that drives AstraZeneca’s growth and supports long-term success.

Talent & Recruitment Business Partner

SBH ASSOCIATES

Apr 2015 - Jan 2022

6 years 10 months

Hoyland, Barnsley S74, UK

Led recruitment and talent consulting services, partnering with organizations to develop and execute strategic recruitment and talent initiatives. Focused on attracting, acquiring, and retaining skilled professionals aligned with business objectives, ensuring a strong fit with organizational needs and long-term growth goals.

Recruitment Consultant

consultant

Oct 2014 - May 2015

8 months

Manchester, UK

In my role as a Senior Recruitment Consultant, I delivered tailored recruitment solutions across various industries in the UK, ensuring client satisfaction through effective and efficient talent acquisition strategies.


Education

CIPD Qualifications

CIPD 7, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

2022 - 2025

2 years 5 months

University of Exeter

Master's degree, Human Resource Management

2022 - 2024

2 years 4 months

Alliance Manchester Business School

Business Management

2009 - 2012

3 years 1 month

Grade: 1

Kind Edward V1 College

A-levels, Law, Business, Media

2007 - 2009

2 years 1 month

St Thomas More Roman Catholic School & Technology College

G.C.S.E

2003 - 2007

4 years 1 month

Grade: 10- A*- C


Licenses & certifications

CIPD 7, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

Issued: Jan 2025

Certified by CIPD Qualifications

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