Ben Fairhall
GTM Sales Recruiter EMEA
Professional Overview
Ben Fairhall is an experienced GTM Sales Recruiter with a proven track record of success in the EMEA region. With over a decade of expertise in the recruitment industry, he specializes in identifying and placing top talent in high-growth technology companies.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the GTM Sales Recruiter EMEA at Wiz, Ben is responsible for building and leading a highly skilled recruitment team to support the company's ambitious growth plans. He oversees all aspects of the recruiting process, from sourcing and screening candidates to managing the offer and onboarding stages. Under Ben's leadership, the EMEA sales team has expanded by 30% while maintaining a 95% retention rate.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Wiz, Ben held several senior-level recruitment roles, including Senior Sales Recruiter at Zscaler and Associate Director at SOAP (Recruitment). In these positions, he demonstrated his ability to identify and attract top sales talent, contributing to significant revenue growth for his clients. Ben's career trajectory is marked by a steady progression from entry-level sales roles to becoming a respected expert in the recruitment industry.
Academic Background
Ben holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Business Management from the University of Brighton, where he graduated with Honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent acquisition and recruitment strategy
- Sales team building and scaling
- Candidate sourcing and assessment
- Employer branding and talent attraction
- Data-driven decision making and KPI tracking
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Ben has made significant contributions to the success of his clients and the broader recruitment industry. At Zscaler, he played a key role in expanding the EMEA sales team by 50%, contributing to a 35% increase in regional revenue. As an Associate Director at SOAP (Recruitment), Ben led the implementation of a new applicant tracking system that streamlined the recruitment process and improved hiring efficiency by 20%.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic mindset, and proven track record of success, Ben Fairhall is a valuable asset to any organization seeking to build and scale high-performing sales teams. His dedication to excellence, combined with his deep understanding of the EMEA technology market, makes him a trusted partner in driving sustainable growth.