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title: "The Journey of Hiring · Dex"
description: "Laura Callahan, head of talent acquisition for the UK at WISE, shares her insights on the hiring process, discussing memorable hires, the difference between good and great candidates, and the importance of adaptability and communication."
url: "https://meetdex.ai/blog/laura-o-callaghan-head-of-uk-recruitment-wise"
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# The Journey of Hiring

Podcast · Laura O’Callaghan, Head of UK Recruitment at Wise · 1 min read

Laura O'Callaghan, head of talent acquisition for the UK at WISE, shares her insights on the hiring process, discussing memorable hires, the difference between good and great candidates, and the importance of adaptability and communication. She emphasizes the need for thorough research and negotiation skills for candidates, as well as the significance of building relationships in talent acquisition. The discussion also touches on the challenges of recruiting unique roles, the impact of AI in recruitment, and the necessity of calibration among hiring teams.

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