What's 2026 saying: skills, trends and how to get ahead in AdTech The market is shifting but your value can shift too. If you’ve been job‑searching in ad‑tech you probably know one thing by now: things evolve fast . And what got you hired 2 or 3 year ago might not apply today. That’s why this December could be the perfect moment to give yourself a bit of a break, refresh your skil
Tell us your career path before you were in TA Before stepping into Talent Acquisition, I spent a decade performing around the world as a dancer with Mayumana, an international percussion and dance group. I was the only Israeli in an international cast, which shaped who I am, it taught me how to connect with people from all cultures, read body language and energy, and work as part of a diverse, cr
Tell us your career path before you were in TA I started agency side when I was 18 years old as a Data and Tech recruiter in the IT space, I was there for two years before I was then made redundant and moved in to different roles across Essex, even doing some freelance recruitment before settling into two different recruitment roles in London. One of them being my current role at Omnicom Media Gro
“I’m not hearing back.” “They said I wasn’t quite the right fit.” “It feels like my experience doesn’t translate anymore.” If any of this hits home, you’re not alone. These are the real voices of job seekers I hear in coaching sessions, and they often come with a heavy sigh. The truth is, even the most accomplished professionals can feel stuck. As I like to say, you’re not starting from scra
Tell us your career path before you were in TA I started my career on the commercial side, which, surprisingly shares many core elements with TA and HR. The foundational skills of actually selling a product translates directly to ‘selling’ a role or promoting the things that make our agency unique- which fortunately is not too hard to do! However, I found myself drawn to TA because it gives you a
Tell us your career path before you were in TA My journey into talent acquisition wasn’t something I mapped out, it just sort of found me. After school, I started a degree in Computer Science, but about two years in, I realized it didn’t spark any real passion in me. I was at a bit of a crossroads and wasn’t sure what direction to take next. A friend of mine was studying HR at the time, and as I l
TWIPN: Building a Global Sisterhood Women in Adtech: Opportunity, Leadership, and the Power of Connection While adtech has traditionally seen more male representation, today women are increasingly shaping its future. From data science and product innovation to strategy and executive leadership, women are driving transformation across the ecosystem and winning accolades for it too! The opportunitie
Tell us your career path before you were in TA I began my career in a small IT company where I was introduced to HR. I quickly realised my strengths lay in the analytical and operational side of the function, which led me to specialise in compensation and benefits at a leading insurance services firm. From there, I progressed through roles in cosmetics, travel, energy, and programmatic advertising
“The job market is quiet.” “But I’ve applied to so many roles.” “I had a great chat with someone last week… but then nothing.” Sound familiar? If you’re smirking, or nodding your head, you’re not alone. After supporting thousands of job seekers at senior levels, I can tell you this is one of the most common career crossroads: You’ve done “something”but it’s not yet leading to something else. Today
Tell us your career path before you were in TA Before I moved into talent acquisition, I had a fast start in an the fashion industry. I started in fashion as a merchandising intern at asos, which taught me so much about head office life, numbers, spreadsheets, leadership teams and product. I later moved into fashion buying and merchandising at Miss Selfridge working with big client names such as Z
Tell us your career path before you were in TA My background has always been in small businesses and start-ups, where I have enjoyed wearing many hats and extending my remit beyond the traditional HR or TA role. I love working in smaller companies as I'm able to see the direct impact that good people strategies can have on the culture and the day to day running of an organisation. From your person
Tell us your career path before you were in TA Before stepping into talent acquisition, I had quite a diverse journey. I started in aviation as a flight attendant, which taught me resilience, adaptability, and how to connect with people from all walks of life. I later moved into PR, office operations, and event management, and eventually joined a recruitment agency as an Office Manager before tran
For JobsInAdTech Members Attending ATS London 2025 Let’s talk about how to make the most of ATS. If you're one of the lucky few with a ticket through JobsInAdTech, congrats! This is more than just an industry event. It’s a real opportunity to build connections, which build momentum and visibility in your job search - and can power you through your entire career. And yet… I know some may be feeling
Tell us your career path before you were in TA I sampled the jobs buffet, I was a Top Salesman (In my opinion) at Phones4U and Carphone Warehouse, then worked in a variety of jobs including customer services, account management and even a Field Engineer for Virgin Media then a Business Analyst. From your personal experience what's the best thing about being in talent acquisition? I know it's clich
Tell us your career path before you were in TA I’m originally from Dublin, Ireland, and after finishing school, I jumped straight into agency recruiting and progressed within that side of the industry. Eventually, I made the move to the U.S. and naturally found myself back in recruitment—just on this side of the pond. Before getting into TA, I worked a few part-time retail jobs in local stores whi
