Abi Vickers has a broad management skillset spanning human resources, IT, CRM and finance, enabling her to capably direct all facets of Boyden United Kingdom’s day-to-day operations while planning for the longer term. She makes excellence in client service a priority, and takes the initiative to ensure all activities revolve around delivering positive experiences and outcomes.
Professional Focus
- Nearly 15 years’ experience in operations management within the executive search industry
- Highly skilled in budgetary planning, supply chain and cost management, contract negotiations; human resources, recruitment and training; IT sourcing and management; relationship and programme management
- Experience working collaboratively with boards and senior management teams
- Industry background in property/real estate, financial services, professional services, human resources
Business Expertise
- Operations Manager at an executive search firm focused on real estate and financial services; worked with management team, reported directly to board
- Team Secretary roles at several leading property firms; reported directly to senior executives in operations, finance and general management
- Training & Events Co-ordinator for CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development), a professional association for human resource management
- Earlier administrative roles in the serviced office and commercial property management industries
Additional Expertise
- Professional Services
- Property
- Human Resources
Through collaboration with Boyden, the Chief People Officer of a PE-backed company secured two pivotal leaders, a Vice President of Human Resources and a Head of Talent Acquisition, to elevate human capital strategy, drive transformation, streamline recruitment, and strengthen enterprise alignment.
With Boyden’s support, Loyola Marymount University built a high-performing advancement team by filling 15 key fundraising roles over five years, strengthening collaboration, continuity, and campaign readiness.
Boyden partnered with a publicly traded cybersecurity firm to appoint a transformative director whose reputation and leadership experience amplify the company’s strategic ambitions and market position.
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