Episode 18

Optimising Recruitment with Dennis Selisko-Black

Published on: 25th February, 2026

More Than A CV is proudly sponsored by Biometric Talent - https://biometrictalent.com/

In this episode of the More Than a CV podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Dennis Selisko-Black, Head of Talent Acquisition at GetAgent. They discuss Dennis's extensive experience in recruitment, the challenges of establishing a talent acquisition function, and the importance of data-driven strategies in hiring. Dennis shares insights on building trust with hiring managers, optimising recruitment processes, and the significance of cultural fit in hiring decisions.

The conversation also touches on the future of talent acquisition at GetAgent, including the integration of AI and maintaining a human-centric approach in a rapidly changing market.

Connect with Dennis on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisablack/

Check out careers at GetAgent - careers.getagent.co.uk


✨ If you’d like to appear as a guest or suggest topics for future episodes, connect with Sean – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean1allen/

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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.