Carrie Alderson - Truestar Talent

Truestar Talent Team

Senior Talent Manager

Since 2012 Carrie has been inherently involved in talent acquisition within financial services and she is very well connected, both in the UK and internationally. Carrie is a very successful, well-known and an award-winning IFA and Financial Services Headhunter. Carrie researches extensively into companies and their ethos, prior to any introduction, as she is passionate about introducing people to companies who are the perfect fit for them.

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Do you have a favourite quote or mantra that guides your approach to recruitment?

“Only from the top can we see the whole view, know where we are and what we can do.” Mum & Dad 1987

What inspired you to pursue a career in financial services recruitment?

To challenge a male dominated sector and to change perceptions

Outside of work, what are your passions and hobbies?

Cooking with my daughter

If you could have lunch with any financial industry figure, past or present, who would it be and why?

James Caan, from Dragons’ Den, who started in recruitment

What book are you currently reading, and why would you recommend it?

The Healthy Gut Handbook by Justine Pattison with an easy to follow 28 day plan

If you had to recommend one must-visit place in the world, where would it be, and what makes it special to you?

Kenya – the people and the culture. I find it a very spiritual and magical place

If you could describe your approach to recruitment in three words, what would they be?

Transparent, straight-forward, honest

In your opinion, what qualities make a candidate stand out in the financial services sector?

Personal integrity is key, as they are dealing with other people’s money and genuinely putting the client first

How do you unwind after a challenging day of recruitment?

Walking with the dog and listening to a walking meditation

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