Hi, I’m Rachel Vandyk. I’m a dedicated Talent Partner with 1 to 2 years of end-to-end recruitment experience, specializing in candidate sourcing, first-round interviewing, and shortlist preparation across a broad range of industries. I’m known for building strong candidate relationships and delivering smooth, fair hiring processes with attention to detail and clear communication. In my spare time, I contribute to employer branding through video editing and graphic design for campaigns, and I enjoy creating structured interview guides that support consistent decision-making across technical and non-technical roles.

Rachel Vandyk

Hi, I’m Rachel Vandyk. I’m a dedicated Talent Partner with 1 to 2 years of end-to-end recruitment experience, specializing in candidate sourcing, first-round interviewing, and shortlist preparation across a broad range of industries. I’m known for building strong candidate relationships and delivering smooth, fair hiring processes with attention to detail and clear communication. In my spare time, I contribute to employer branding through video editing and graphic design for campaigns, and I enjoy creating structured interview guides that support consistent decision-making across technical and non-technical roles.

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Hi, I’m Rachel Vandyk. I’m a dedicated Talent Partner with 1 to 2 years of end-to-end recruitment experience, specializing in candidate sourcing, first-round interviewing, and shortlist preparation across a broad range of industries. I’m known for building strong candidate relationships and delivering smooth, fair hiring processes with attention to detail and clear communication.

In my spare time, I contribute to employer branding through video editing and graphic design for campaigns, and I enjoy creating structured interview guides that support consistent decision-making across technical and non-technical roles.

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Work Experience

Talent Partner at Encode Talent & Nova Talent
April 1, 2025 - Present
Responsible for managing the early stages of the recruitment life cycle across a broad range of industries and functions, with a strong focus on tech roles including software engineering, cloud, DevOps, QA, and data. Core responsibilities include candidate sourcing, conducting first-round interviews, and presenting well-matched shortlists to senior stakeholders for final hiring decisions. Develop tailored job descriptions and structured interview guides to support consistent, fair, and effective hiring processes across both technical and non-technical roles. Maintain ongoing relationships with candidates and stakeholders, while contributing to employer branding through video edits and event campaigns.
Recruitment Consultant at Hire Resolve
February 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Sourced and attracted candidates using job boards, social media, networking, and headhunting techniques. Conducted screening calls and in-depth interviews to assess aptitude. Matched candidates to client requirements. Built and maintained a strong pipeline of qualified candidates. Maintained accurate records in CRM/ATS systems (Recruiterflow, Monday.com).
Small Business Owner at The Flour Garden
November 1, 2023 - Present
Managed customer relationships and acquired new clients while maintaining high service standards. Coordinated order fulfillment and logistics to ensure timely delivery. Developed marketing strategies to promote products and grow brand awareness.
Social Media Manager at Royalty Esports
August 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Created and edited high-engagement content for Instagram and Twitter tailored to competitive gaming audiences. Promoted esports events, tournaments, and matches through strategic content planning. Developed content calendars to maintain community engagement around major events. Designed graphics and video content for platform-specific audiences. Managed end-to-end content creation, editing, and scheduling across multiple platforms. Produced pre-match hype content and post-game highlights to drive audience engagement.
Office Administrator at Kempston Truck Hire
July 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Temporary office administration role; managed end-of-month financials including invoice preparation, payment processing, and month-end reconciliations. Independently handled diverse administrative responsibilities with minimal supervision; maintained operational continuity.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Human Resources at Eduvos
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Stress and Anxiety Management: Psychology at Udemy
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Introduction to Child Psychology at Udemy
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Certificate of Completion in Social Media Marketing at Udemy
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Professional Child Psychology Diploma at Udemy
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026

Qualifications

Stress and Anxiety Management: Psychology
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Introduction to Child Psychology
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Social Media Marketing - Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Professional Child Psychology Diploma
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026

Industry Experience

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