James Baroni-Harrison
Associate Consultant
As a construction recruiter at Just Construction, I connect with candidates on a deeper level, moving beyond conventional methods to build strategic talent ecosystems. My background in psychology, AI, and talent strategies, coupled with my unique perspective as an Autistic individual, allows me to identify and nurture diverse talent, understanding the strengths and challenges often overlooked. I focus on career advancement coaching, offering guidance for upward mobility and strategic career transitions. By partnering with HR leaders, growth companies, and driven professionals, I aim to implement sophisticated hiring systems and foster neuro-inclusive leadership, ensuring that talent acquisition and retention are rooted in strategic foresight, not guesswork.
James’s responsibilities:
James' Responsibilities:
- Candidate & client management
- Sourcing, screening and selecting candidates
- Relationship management
- After-sales care
- Talent Acquisition for White-Collar Construction
- Neurodiversity-Affirming Recruitment
Get to Know James:
Favourite Book:
- Dune pt.1 by Frank Herbert or Night by Elie Wiesel
Football Team/Sports Person:
- Ummmmmm, I don’t massively care for sport
Favourite Car:
- Nisan Datsun 240z and the Corvette C3
3 dream dinner party guests:
- Theo Von, Genghis Khan and Joe Rogan
The happiest day of your life was:
- Idk, second year of uni was all amazing – collective answer for that.
Food:
- BBQ ribs, scampi, veg and a small portion of chips , With an old fashioned on the side!! Perfection
Drink:
- Tequila old fashioned with a bit of fresh mint!!
Favourite thing about working at Just Construction:
- I think it must be the culture. Everyone is very different and there isn’t a requirement to be like anyone else. It’s a very nurturing environment where they understand what it’s like to come into a new space…especially sales. All the managers have been so helpful in guiding me to where I am.
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