More Than A CV

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In this episode of More Than A CV Podcast, Sean Allen speaks with James Mantle, VP Talent Acquisition at Mews.

James shares how Mews is transforming talent acquisition for an AI-native organisation. He explains how the company is redesigning job descriptions, developing an AI Fluency Framework, and moving from traditional interviews to situational “auditions.”

James also explores how Mews uses data to improve hiring quality, reduce bias, strengthen interviewer performance, and build ideal candidate profiles based on real high-performer signals. A practical conversation about the future of recruiting, AI adoption, and building teams ready for what comes next.

Connect with James on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmantle/

✨ 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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In this episode of More Than A CV Podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Mel Mortin, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Matillion.

Mel and Sean explore the practical side of AI in talent acquisition, from automating interview scheduling and sourcing to creating interview questions, scorecards, and talent insights before the hiring manager kick-off even happens. Mel explains how Matillion tests candidates on their ability to use AI, why every CV still receives human review, and how a global TA team is building a more consistent process across the UK, US, and India.

You’ll discover how AI can reduce manual hiring work without compromising candidate care, how sourcing tools help uncover new talent pools, and why early market insights can help hiring managers rethink role requirements before a search stalls. Mel also shares how technology can make interviews more natural, improve note-taking, and give recruiters more time for meaningful conversations and strategic work.

The conversation also looks at the importance of transparency and fairness. Mel explains why candidate trust depends on being clear about where AI is used, and where it is not, and why human beings must remain responsible for hiring decisions. She also discusses how Matillion’s leadership and learning culture encourage employees to experiment with AI safely and thoughtfully.

Connect with Mel on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mel-mortin-57a51491/

Check our careers at Matillion - https://www.matillion.com/careers

✨ 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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In this episode of More Than A CV Podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Parul Singh, Founder of Parallel Minds and Talent Acquisition Lead.

ADHD and autism are not just differences to manage in recruitment - they can shape how you work, sell, interview, and build systems that actually scale. Parul Singh shares the practical, unfiltered side of being a neurodivergent recruiter, and why the biggest breakthrough is learning how to design work around your brain instead of fighting it.

After moving from agency tech recruitment to internal TA and then into neurodiversity consultancy, Parul explains what she learned about inclusive work, personal productivity, and what neurodivergence really looks like inside a fast-moving hiring team.

Connect with Parul on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/parul-parallel-minds/

Subscribe to Parul’s newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6953774330090541057/

Parul’s neurodiversity resource bank (head to the "Apps and Tools" collection to find all the things she mentioned plus more) - https://parallelminds.notion.site/The-Ultimate-Neurodiversity-Resource-Bank-d1c7bc26584c47998180cb227cc1d2b7?pvs=4

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In this episode of More Than A CV Podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Dave Mason, Technical Lead at DEFRA.

Chasing the next title, bigger salary, and louder “success” can leave you further from the work you’re best at and happiest in. Dave Mason shares the career reset that pulled him out of senior leadership and back into hands-on engineering, and why that move changed everything.

Dave has spent 25 years in tech across Manchester, from junior dev to tech lead, head of engineering, and director-level roles. But the real story is how he learned what leadership actually demands, where it broke for him, and why the conventional “keep climbing” path stopped making sense.

Connect with Dave on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-mason-tech/

✨ 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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In this episode of More Than A CV Podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Katie Griffiths, Senior Manager – Global DEI at Everpure.

Katie Griffiths shares her journey leading diversity, equity and inclusion. With more than 10 years in the DE&I space and a career that began in transformational change, Katie brings a unique lens to the conversation, showing how people, psychology and strategy all shape meaningful culture change. She also reflects on the power of a “squiggly” career path, the importance of curiosity, and how inclusive leadership can drive real business impact.

In this episode, Katie and Sean explore the current state of DE&I, including shifting language, changing organisational priorities, and the challenge of moving from tick-box activity to embedded, sustainable change. The conversation also dives into the intersection of DE&I and AI, from bias and ethics to the similarities in how people adopt new ideas, tools and behaviours. It’s a thoughtful, practical discussion for anyone interested in inclusion, leadership and the future of work.

Connect with Katie on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-griffiths-7743b95b/

✨ 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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In this episode of More Than A CV Podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Dipesh Gurung, Global Head of People and Talent at LMAX Group.

Most talent leaders are stuck on a never-ending hamster wheel, climbing the same career ladder with little real growth, until Dipesh Gurung reveals how to break free and accelerate your path to executive leadership.

In this eye-opening episode, Dipesh shares his journey from talent acquisition contracting to leading people and talent functions at a high-growth fintech in the UK. Discover how his diverse background shaped a unique approach to talent management and leadership development, including the real reasons behind his transition into a strategic broader People and Talent focused role.

Connect with Dipesh on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dipeshgurung/

✨ 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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In this episode of More Than A CV Podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Mark Howe – Global Talent Acquisition Partner (Tech & Digital) at Mars. In this conversation, Mark reveals how the world's largest organisations are leveraging AI not just for automation, but to truly understand candidates on a deeper level.

From navigating cultural differences in international hiring to combatting AI bias, Mark dives into practical strategies that make recruitment smarter, fairer, and more efficient. He explains how AI helps identify what 'great' looks like in technical talent, shortens hiring cycles, and improves candidate experience, all while maintaining the human touch that makes recruitment special.

Connect with Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhowereed/

Check out careers at Mars - https://careers.mars.com/uk/en

✨ 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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In this episode of More Than A CV Podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Richard Hillier – Director, People Business Partner at Contentful. In this conversation, he shares practical insights on how these functions are changing, and why thoughtful adoption matters more than chasing trends.

We also dig into how AI can be used to improve workflows and streamline HR processes without losing sight of the real problem. A key theme is the importance of defining the challenge clearly before automating anything, so the tools actually create value.

Connect with Richard on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardhillier/

Links to the articles Richard mentioned during the podcast

https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/careers/ai-entry-level-jobs-graduates-b224d624

https://www.apolloacademy.com/busting-the-ai-youth-unemployment-myth/

https://www.theatlantic.com/economy/2026/04/job-market-artificial-intelligence/686659/

✨ 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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In this episode of More Than A CV Podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Laura Whitworth, Head of People at Street Group, who shares insights on scaling a company from 30 to over 200 employees, maintaining culture, and leveraging AI for growth.

Discover practical strategies for talent development, culture preservation, and innovative use of AI in HR and product teams.

Connect with Laura on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitworthl/

Follow Street Group on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/streetgroup-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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In this episode of More Than A CV Podcast, Sean Allen speaks with Georgina Stockdale, Talent Acquisition Manager at Redcentric, Most companies struggle to keep candidate experience consistent as they grow. Georgina Stockdale reveals how building a proactive, transparent recruitment process at Redcentric transformed their hiring, saving costs and boosting brand reputation.

In this episode, Georgina shares her journey from agency recruiter in 2010 to leading internal talent acquisition for a major tech company. You’ll discover how she turned a reliance on agency support into a fully embedded in-house function that delivers a five-star candidate experience, even during periods of rapid growth.

Connect with Georgina on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/georginastockdale/

Contact Georgina at – [email protected]

Find out more about Redcentric - https://www.redcentricplc.com/

Follow Redcentric on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/redcentric/

✨ 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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