Laura Andrews
About Laura Andrews
Laura Andrews is a Talent Acquisition Partner at Starling Bank, specializing in recruitment for corporate functions and the banking sector. She previously held various roles at Admiral Group Plc, including Internal Careers Manager and Digital Recruitment Team Manager, where she focused on enhancing recruitment strategies through data-driven decision-making.
Current Role at Starling Bank
Laura Andrews serves as a Talent Acquisition Partner at Starling Bank, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she specializes in talent acquisition for corporate functions and the banking sector. She collaborates with various business divisions to define hiring needs and implement effective recruitment strategies. Additionally, she acts as a brand ambassador for Starling Bank, focusing on innovative methods to position the bank as an employer of choice.
Previous Experience at Admiral Group Plc
Laura Andrews has extensive experience at Admiral Group Plc, where she held multiple roles over several years. She worked as a Customer Service Representative from 2015 to 2016, followed by positions as a Recruitment Officer from 2016 to 2017 and as a Digital Recruitment Executive for six months in 2017. She then advanced to Lead Recruitment Officer from 2017 to 2019, Digital Recruitment Team Manager from 2019 to 2020, and finally as Internal Careers Manager from 2020 to 2022. Her roles involved managing recruitment processes and enhancing data-driven decision-making.
Education and Expertise
Laura Andrews studied at the University of Gloucestershire, where she gained foundational knowledge that supports her career in talent acquisition. Her expertise lies in recruitment strategies, particularly within the corporate and banking sectors. She has developed and managed Management Information (MI) systems to enhance data-driven decision-making in recruitment at Starling Bank.
Career Progression
Laura Andrews has demonstrated significant career progression within Admiral Group Plc before transitioning to her current role at Starling Bank. Starting as a Customer Service Representative, she quickly moved into recruitment roles, showcasing her skills in talent acquisition and management. Over the years, she has taken on increasing responsibilities, culminating in her position as Internal Careers Manager, where she managed recruitment strategies and processes.