Holly Conaway

Global Head of Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding

Professional Overview
Holly Conaway is an accomplished talent acquisition and employer branding leader with over a decade of experience in the retail and consumer goods industries. As the Global Head of Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding at Charlotte Tilbury Beauty, she is responsible for driving the company's talent strategy, building a robust pipeline of top-tier candidates, and enhancing the organization's employer brand to attract and retain top talent globally.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role, Holly is spearheading the development and implementation of innovative talent acquisition and employer branding initiatives at Charlotte Tilbury Beauty. She is focused on aligning the company's talent priorities with its overall business strategy, utilizing data-driven insights to improve the candidate experience, and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. Under her leadership, the talent acquisition team has achieved significant improvements in time-to-hire, quality of hire, and employee retention.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Charlotte Tilbury Beauty, Holly held senior talent acquisition and talent management roles at various prominent brands, including RH, PANGAIA, lululemon, and OSN. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a consistent track record of driving operational excellence, implementing impactful talent strategies, and leading high-performing teams. Her extensive experience in the retail and consumer goods sectors has equipped her with a deep understanding of the industry's talent challenges and opportunities.

Academic Background
Holly holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Sussex, where she graduated with honors. Her academic achievements and continuous professional development have equipped her with a strong foundation in talent acquisition, employer branding, and strategic human resources management.

Areas of Expertise

• Talent acquisition strategy and execution

• Employer branding and employee value proposition development

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

• Workforce planning and talent pipeline management

• Talent assessment and selection processes

• Recruitment technology and data analytics

Professional Impact
During her tenure at RH, Holly led the transformation of the company's global talent acquisition function, resulting in a 25% reduction in time-to-hire and a 20% increase in employee retention. At PANGAIA, she spearheaded the creation of an award-winning employer branding campaign that contributed to a 50% increase in candidate applications and a significant improvement in the organization's Glassdoor rating.

Conclusion
With her extensive experience, strategic vision, and proven track record of success, Holly Conaway is a seasoned talent acquisition and employer branding leader poised to drive continued growth and innovation at Charlotte Tilbury Beauty. Her deep industry expertise, coupled with her commitment to talent development and organizational excellence, make her a valuable asset to the company and a respected voice in the talent management field.