With over 20 years of experience in talent acquisition, Soay Talent is dedicated to helping organisations achieve their strategic goals by optimising their recruitment processes. Led by our Founder, Simon Stoker, who brings two decades of expertise gained from working with global organizations such as Atkins, Arup, and Ramboll, we offer unparalleled insight into the complexities of talent acquisition. Simon has successfully led teams across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and India, navigating every aspect of the field, from functional design and strategy to attraction, sourcing, and recruiting.
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This extensive background has equipped Soay Talent with a deep understanding of what drives successful talent acquisition strategies. We specialise in providing audit and advisory services that help organisations identify inefficiencies, uncover opportunities for improvement, and align recruitment practices with their business goals.
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At Soay Talent, our audits deliver actionable insights into every stage of the talent acquisition process, from strategy design to execution, ensuring your organisation is equipped to attract and select top talent efficiently. Whether you need strategic advice, expert analysis, or practical recommendations, we are here to help you transform your recruitment outcomes and realise your potential through value-driven solutions.
Our Approach
At Soay Talent, we believe that realising potential comes through genuine partnership. It is not just simple assessment, we collaborate closely with your team to co-create solutions that drive both immediate impact and lasting success.
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True Partnership
We work alongside your HR leaders and business stakeholders, combining your business knowledge with our specialised expertise. This collaborative approach ensures that insights and recommendations reflect your unique context and challenges.
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Clarity and Practicality
We translate complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions. Our recommendations are:
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Easy to understand - Presented in straightforward language without unnecessary jargon
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Simple to implement - Designed to work with your existing resources and capabilities
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Prioritised for impact - Organised to help you focus on what matters most​
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Balanced Perspective
Our approach balances quick wins with strategic transformation:
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Immediate value - We identify opportunities for rapid improvement
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Long-term success - We build sustainable frameworks to set you up for the future