Episode 14

Importance of getting selection right and impact on culture.

Published on: 23rd July, 2025

More Than A CV is proudly sponsored by Biometric Talent - The Tech Authentication Specialists.

In this episode of the More Than a CV podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Vicky Ferrier, former Non-Executive Director and Chief People and Commercial Officer at Konsileo and now advisor. Vicky shares her career journey, highlighting her transition from finance to people management and her passion for self-managed organisations.

The conversation delves into the importance of culture in recruitment, the development of a proprietary tool for assessing candidates, and the significance of curiosity and belonging in the workplace. Vicky emphasises the need for organisations to adapt their recruitment strategies to align with their culture and business goals, and she offers valuable insights for hiring managers looking to disrupt traditional recruitment practices.


Connect with Vicky Ferrier here – Vicky Ferrier | LinkedIn

Check out Wild Learn here – WildLearn | Who we are

Learn more about WYSE International here – WYSE International


If you'd like to appear on the podcast or share topics you'd like us to cover in the future, please contact Sean Allen here - Sean Allen | LinkedIn

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More Than A CV
More Than A CV is a podcast where Tech and Talent Acquisition Leaders share their knowledge and experience on improving hiring practices, innovative ways to approach hiring and how we need to look at candidates as more than a CV.

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Sean Allen

Sean Allen is Key Accounts Director at Biometric Talent, leading a brand-new division focused on building key client relationships and delivering tailored solutions that genuinely enhance our clients' internal TA efforts, helping organisations scale their tech teams with innovative, data-driven strategies.

Prior to joining Biometric Talent, Sean transitioned from a background in Tech recruitment to overseeing company-wide recruitment operations specialising in the entire recruitment lifecycle. With over 17 years of experience, Sean is proficient in navigating the challenges of talent acquisition within a competitive digital landscape, pioneering strategies to attract top-tier talent.