I’m passionate about connecting people with meaningful work—helping them start careers, provide for their families, and confidently transition into new roles. Recruitment, to me, is more than filling positions; it’s an opportunity to make a real difference. I love being the bridge between talented candidates and ambitious companies, ensuring both find the right fit to grow and thrive.

On the client side, I partner closely to understand business goals and build teams that elevate performance and culture. For candidates, I provide transparent guidance, support through the hiring process, and insights into opportunities that can shape their professional journeys.

Whether it’s mentoring someone through a career change or helping a business hire the right person at the right time, I’m driven by the impact great hiring can have—on careers, companies, and communities.

Hi there! My name is Hailey and I am a Senior Recruiter based out of Nashville, TN. I strive to bring a unique blend of experiences and passions to the world of recruitment. Originally from the beautiful state of Washington, I've recently made a career transition from mental health counseling to recruiting, driven by a deep-seated desire to continue making a positive impact on people's lives in a new capacity.

Searching for a job is already enough of a challenge in itself. My goal is to to simplify and elevate this process, ensuring it is more enjoyable for you and everyone involved!

With 19 years as a Professional Search Consultant, I help organizations across industries—like Title/Real Estate, Healthcare, Mining, Engineering, O&G, and more—find top-tier talent for critical roles. I don’t just fill positions; I deliver curated candidates who drive results, save time, and strengthen teams.

By understanding your organization’s unique needs, I create long-term partnerships that align talent with strategy. Recognized multiple times with the L.K. Jordan & Associates President's Club Award, I’m committed to making your hiring process seamless and successful. Let’s connect to see how I can be a trusted resource for your team.

💼 Delivering Expert Recruitment Solutions for the UK Nuclear Sector

With several years of dedicated experience in nuclear recruitment and a strong foundation in customer service training, I specialise in helping organisations across the UK nuclear industry secure the right people for permanent roles — from technical engineers to senior leadership.

Since joining Astute People in 2022, I’ve supported some of the sector’s most innovative businesses by sourcing high-calibre candidates across engineering, technical sales, and senior management roles.

I’m proud to play a part in shaping the future of nuclear by helping clients build strong, reliable teams for their most critical projects.

My approach is consultative and relationship-driven — I focus on understanding what each client and candidate truly needs to deliver tailored, effective recruitment solutions.

I'm also a passionate advocate for Astute's People Plus solution, designed to deliver measurable results while reducing the time and cost of hiring.

🔑 Key Areas of Expertise:
Permanent Nuclear Recruitment – Engineering, technical sales, and leadership roles
Consultative Hiring Support – Bespoke recruitment strategies based on your project goals
Advocate of Strategic Partnerships – Driving efficient, cost-effective hiring through Astute's People Plus model
Relationship Building – Long-term client and candidate partnerships built on trust and delivery

Experienced Recruitment Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the BPO and information technology and engineering and manufacturing industry.Skilled in Sourcing, Screening, Portals, Interviewing, and Screening Resumes. Strong human resources professional with a Bachelor's degree focused in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.

As a Contract Talent Specialist at Astute People, I connect skilled contractors with critical UK projects across the power generation and energy from waste (EfW) sectors. With a deep understanding of the unique demands of temporary and project-based roles, my mission is to provide businesses with the specialist expertise they need to deliver on their most complex and time-sensitive initiatives.

I specialise in sourcing and placing high-calibre professionals for a wide array of technical roles within:
Power Generation: This includes conventional power stations, Gas Turbines, Open Cycle Gas Turbines (OCGT), Combined Cycle Gas Turbines (CCGT), and other vital infrastructure that keeps the lights on.
Energy from Waste (EfW): I support projects that transform waste into valuable energy, recruiting for positions across the entire project lifecycle, from development and construction to operations and maintenance.

My expertise covers the full spectrum of contract positions, ensuring that projects have access to the right talent, at the right time. I am adept at identifying individuals with proven experience in areas such as:
Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Process, Controls, and Project Engineers.

Operations & Maintenance: Plant Managers, Site Supervisors, Technicians, and skilled operators.
Project Management & Construction: Site Managers, Construction Managers, Project Engineers, and Commissioning Managers.

Specialist Technicians: Experts in specific equipment like gas turbines or EfW plant systems.
I pride myself on building strong, lasting relationships with both clients and contractors, understanding their specific needs and career aspirations. My proactive approach to contract recruitment ensures efficient placements that drive project success and keep the UK's energy infrastructure moving forward.

I went to San Jose State University and got my Bachelors in Communication. I started my recruiting career in the San Jose office and moved to the Austin office. In my free time, I like to hang out with my dog, spend time with family, hike, travel, cook, and try new restaurants.

As a Principal Consultant at leading technical recruiters Astute People, I specialise in placing permanent and contract professionals across the Power Generation sector, with a core focus on:

Combined Cycle Gas Turbines (CCGT) / Open Cycle Gas Turbines (OCGT)
Gasification
Energy from Waste (EfW)
Biomass & Biogas
Combined Heat & Power (CHP)

I recruit for all stages of the project lifecycle, including:

Construction & Commissioning
Operations & Maintenance (O&M)
Engineering & Project Management
Health & Safety (HSE)
Electrical, Mechanical & Process Engineering
Control & Instrumentation (C&I)
Plant Management & Leadership Roles