With nine years of experience in the tech industry, I began my career recruiting top technical talent across London, Europe, and New York, gaining unique insight into the dynamics of software development teams and digital product creation. My creative background, with a degree in Fashion & Textile Design from The University of Southampton, inspired a transition to UX, where I blend design thinking with problem solving to craft intuitive, user-focused products. After earning a Diploma in UX Design from the UX Design Institute, I’ve delivered high-quality user experiences in Real Estate and Green Energy sectors, collaborating with Agile, cross-functional teams. Notably, my projects include web interfaces for clients such as the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), always keeping the user at the heart of the process. I have recently completed a course in AI and UX design, developing a strong understanding of Generative AI, its practical applications, and where it adds value. The course has given me confidence in explaining AI concepts clearly, identifying suitable use cases, and understanding how UX shapes reliable AI experiences through prompts, context and user trust.

Rebecca Joe

With nine years of experience in the tech industry, I began my career recruiting top technical talent across London, Europe, and New York, gaining unique insight into the dynamics of software development teams and digital product creation. My creative background, with a degree in Fashion & Textile Design from The University of Southampton, inspired a transition to UX, where I blend design thinking with problem solving to craft intuitive, user-focused products. After earning a Diploma in UX Design from the UX Design Institute, I’ve delivered high-quality user experiences in Real Estate and Green Energy sectors, collaborating with Agile, cross-functional teams. Notably, my projects include web interfaces for clients such as the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), always keeping the user at the heart of the process. I have recently completed a course in AI and UX design, developing a strong understanding of Generative AI, its practical applications, and where it adds value. The course has given me confidence in explaining AI concepts clearly, identifying suitable use cases, and understanding how UX shapes reliable AI experiences through prompts, context and user trust.

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With nine years of experience in the tech industry, I began my career recruiting top technical talent across London, Europe, and New York, gaining unique insight into the dynamics of software development teams and digital product creation. My creative background, with a degree in Fashion & Textile Design from The University of Southampton, inspired a transition to UX, where I blend design thinking with problem solving to craft intuitive, user-focused products. After earning a Diploma in UX Design from the UX Design Institute, I’ve delivered high-quality user experiences in Real Estate and Green Energy sectors, collaborating with Agile, cross-functional teams. Notably, my projects include web interfaces for clients such as the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), always keeping the user at the heart of the process.

I have recently completed a course in AI and UX design, developing a strong understanding of Generative AI, its practical applications, and where it adds value. The course has given me confidence in explaining AI concepts clearly, identifying suitable use cases, and understanding how UX shapes reliable AI experiences through prompts, context and user trust.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

User Experience Designer at Green Energy & Real Estate clients (Freelance)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance UX Designer delivering high-quality user experiences for Real Estate and Green Energy clients. Collaborating with developers to ensure pixel-perfect execution across all project deliverables, while maintaining user-centered design decisions to translate prototypes into working products. DESNZ (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) was among the commissioned clients. Activities included user research (qualitative and quantitative), information architecture, user goals, journey maps, wireframes, interactive prototypes, and data-driven design decisions to inform design directions.
Senior Talent Solutions Manager at Robert Half
April 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Joined the technology recruitment team for London clients, delivering high-quality candidates in Software Development, Data, Engineering, DevOps and App Support, with language and platform specialisations (Python, C#, .NET, Node.js, JavaScript, React, AWS, Azure, GCP, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes). Managed full 360 recruitment and candidate experience, built client relationships, negotiated terms, and delivered against client salary expectations. Achieved a standout 98% completion rate on the Robert Half ‘13 week plan’ KPI programme.
Principal Tech Headhunter & Founder at Agile Market
April 1, 2019 - April 1, 2024
Founded Agile Market in 2019 to deliver a highly personal, efficient recruitment experience, focusing on presenting high-quality tech candidates tailored to client needs across InsurTech, Tech Consultancy, Government Digital Services and Global Media. Led a small team with deep technical expertise in Cloud and Agile practices, executing full 360 recruitment across roles including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, CI/CD, Serverless Computing and Agile Development. Achieved ~90% of placements sourced through proactive headhunting and built a robust network of tech professionals.
Senior Tech Consultant & Headhunter at Vallum Associates
October 1, 2018 - April 1, 2019
Led the IT Recruitment desk, placing IT professionals from CTOs to Software Engineers across the UK and Europe for energy, utilities and other sectors. Built strong client relationships, negotiated offers, and delivered high-quality candidates across multiple tech domains.
Consultant at Joseph Harry Ltd
July 1, 2017 - August 31, 2018
Promoted to Consultant within a year; placed front-end, back-end and full-stack developers into Tier One financial institutions, with a strong CV-to-interview conversion rate. Managed relationships with clients and candidates across multiple tech domains.
Junior Consultant at Joseph Harry Ltd
September 5, 2016 - June 30, 2017
Specialised in contract and permanent IT recruitment across the Financial Sector in London, Europe and New York. Consistently performed as a top achiever, establishing rapid interview turnarounds and exclusive client arrangements. Supported front-end, back-end and full-stack roles across Tier One financial institutions.
Account Manager at Estee Lauder Companies
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2016
Grew sales by 20% year over year after promotion to Account Manager. Managed key accounts such as Estée Lauder and White Label, combining client relationship management with strategic product and marketing support.

Education

BA (Hons) Fashion & Textile Design (2:1) at University of Southampton, Winchester School of Art
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015
A Levels at Barton Peveril College
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012
GCSEs at Meoncross School
September 1, 2005 - June 1, 2010
UX Design Diploma at UX Design Institute
October 1, 2023 - November 1, 2024
Live AI Masterclass – AI & UX Design at UX Design Institute
May 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026

Qualifications

UX Design Diploma – Grade 82%
October 1, 2023 - November 1, 2024
Live AI Masterclass – AI & UX Design
May 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026
BA (Hons) Fashion & Textile Design (2:1)
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2015

Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Real Estate & Construction, Government, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Financial Services