Sam Spoors – Founder and Managing Director
Sam built Talentheads to do recruitment differently. After leading talent acquisition for a large, multi-site business, she saw first-hand how outdated models failed clients. Now, she plugs into growing businesses as their in-house talent team - building brilliant hires, stronger cultures and legacies that last. Recognised globally as a leader and entrepreneur, Sam’s a disruptor with heart with people, purpose and community at the centre of all she does.
Lesley Gordon - Head of Talent Aquisition Partnerships & Office Leads
Lesley is our strategist and connector. With 20+ years in recruitment across professional services, engineering, SaaS and more, she designs talent strategies that fuel growth. Passionate about innovation and community, she helps businesses unlock potential while keeping people at the centre.
Alison Jobson – Head of Talent Acquisition Delivery
Alison brings over two decades of recruitment know-how - from agencies to in-house scale-ups. She’s passionate about giving smaller and growing businesses access to recruitment that actually works: honest, human, long-term. Proudly Northumberland-based, Alison champions local talent too.
Jenny Dowson – Lead Talent Engagement Advisor
My recruitment career spans 15 years with a blend of in-house and agency roles across the Northeast.
I am passionate about people and have vast experience in recruiting high volume Contact Centre roles, Early Talent cohorts, Technical and Finance roles, having filled roles right from entry level up to Board level.
When I am not at my desk, you will find me entertaining an extremely energetic 5 year old, Leo!
Jonny Weetman – Talent Engagement Advisor
Jonny knows how to deliver. With 10+ years’ experience in global recruitment, he’s managed everything from high-volume projects to senior specialist hires. He builds strong relationships, gets under the skin of businesses and plugs in as a true team player.
April Patrick – Marketing & Admin Partner
April brings energy, creativity and sharp marketing skills to Talentheads. She helps us connect with businesses and candidates through smart content, marketing campaigns and seamless admin. Family, friends, travel, and her Cocker Spaniel Olive keep her busy outside work.