I am a recruitment and events professional with a passion for music, culture, and community building. Based in Valencia, I’ve managed full-cycle recruitment for IT and business roles across the Benelux region and contributed to local grassroots music and arts initiatives, curating gigs and festivals while fostering inclusive teams. I speak English, Spanish, and French, and I enjoy teaching and cross-cultural collaboration. I am drawn to roles that combine people, projects, and communities: from talent acquisition and stakeholder management to music curation and event delivery. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and creating environments where people can grow and contribute their best work.…

Katie Holmes

I am a recruitment and events professional with a passion for music, culture, and community building. Based in Valencia, I’ve managed full-cycle recruitment for IT and business roles across the Benelux region and contributed to local grassroots music and arts initiatives, curating gigs and festivals while fostering inclusive teams. I speak English, Spanish, and French, and I enjoy teaching and cross-cultural collaboration. I am drawn to roles that combine people, projects, and communities: from talent acquisition and stakeholder management to music curation and event delivery. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and creating environments where people can grow and contribute their best work.…

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I am a recruitment and events professional with a passion for music, culture, and community building. Based in Valencia, I’ve managed full-cycle recruitment for IT and business roles across the Benelux region and contributed to local grassroots music and arts initiatives, curating gigs and festivals while fostering inclusive teams. I speak English, Spanish, and French, and I enjoy teaching and cross-cultural collaboration.

I am drawn to roles that combine people, projects, and communities: from talent acquisition and stakeholder management to music curation and event delivery. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and creating environments where people can grow and contribute their best work.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Talent Acquisition Specialist at NTT DATA
April 1, 2022 - Present
Managed full-cycle recruitment for a wide range of IT and business roles across multiple countries in the Benelux region; partnered with hiring managers to define needs, sourced candidates, and led interviews; implemented new sourcing strategies; filled positions across technical and non-technical functions; initiated and implemented candidate feedback surveys to enhance experience; contributed to DEI projects and cross-team collaboration; developed and maintained structured sourcing plans and tested tools to ensure timely and quality hires.
English Teacher at The English Centre, Valencia
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2018
Taught English to learners of various ages and levels; developed tailored lesson plans and assessments; adapted teaching methods to individual needs; expanded course materials and designed exam prep resources to support professional qualifications; delivered remote and in-person sessions during the pandemic with a focus on student engagement.
Central Reservations Agent at Big White Ski Resort
October 1, 2015 - April 1, 2016
Managed ski lift bookings for large groups and long-term clients; ensured smooth customer service experiences; resolved on-site issues; reconciled annual ticket sales and maintained service standards under pressure.
Recruitment Administrator at ZSA Legal Recruitment
September 1, 2014 - October 1, 2015
Supported national team with administrative tasks; screened candidates and conducted reference checks; maintained CRM systems; drafted job postings and liaised with clients/candidates via email and phone; assisted with invoicing and internal coordination to ensure smooth office operations.
Legal Administrative Assistant at Womble Bond Dickinson LLP
August 1, 2013 - February 1, 2014
Provided high-level support to legal teams; drafted documents and managed case files; ensured accuracy, confidentiality and compliance with tight deadlines.
English Teacher at Swiss Education Academy
June 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018
Taught English to diverse learners; developed engaging curriculum and assessments; coordinated exchange activities to support cross-cultural learning.
English Teacher at Swiss Education Academy
June 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Delivered English language instruction and contributed to new English curriculum delivery for 100+ students from diverse cultural backgrounds; coordinated workshops to connect students and instructors.
Warehouse & Stock Manager at Refugee Women's Centre, Calais
February 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Coordinated distribution of essential supplies; ensured services met the needs of displaced women; managed stock and liaised with suppliers and volunteers to maintain supply chains.

Education

LLB with Qualifying Law Degree / LLM (Integrated Master of Law with Qualifying Law Degree) – Legal Practice Course at Northumbria University, Newcastle, UK
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2014

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet