Embryo

A Manchester-based, multi-award winning digital marketing agency with a strong focus on client value and experience, Embryo are the go-to digital marketing agency serving local, national and international brands looking to create real impact in the online, and offline space. Specialising in search (paid & organic), social media, content marketing and design & development, we work collaboratively with our clients to put their products and/or services at the forefront of their customers' buying journey.

Chief Innovation Officer

ITR Events

I went to ITR when they had 30-something people. I left three years later having built the company to 90+ people, helping the company to grow and beat every challenge in its path. I enabled the company to move from being a transactional business to a consultative business, drastically changing the fortunes of the business and the kind of customers that it now attracts.

Executive Director

Online Ventures Group

Dominating networks on behalf of our clients using network science and traditional marketing methods upon new media technologies.

Director, Sales, Marketing, R&D

redsauce.com

Helped to start redsauce.com, a content-focussed web marketing company that grew to ~30 people, across three locations in the UK (Stoke, Tamworth) and USA (Dallas).

Sales and Marketing Director

GetUpdated

Driver of research and seo and related technology for the company.  Created several products including Content solution which now forms a major part of income for the company.

Head of Research/CTO

Regus

Global oversight of improving web presence through SEO/PPC

Global Head of Online

Caudwell Group

Online promotion of several well-known online telecomms brands.

Marketing Manager

I'm James, a 23-year veteran of SEO, building successful strategies that elevate your websites into true industry leaders when it comes to search.

I've had amazing success with companies from many sectors. From turning one-man business into industry leaders, to turning offline industry giants into companies that dominate online for thousands of search terms.

I'm able to help any member of the C-suite to understand what is needed to be successful in their industry - and to get them there, too.

My aim is to support those people that have experienced mediocre, or average experiences with SEO agencies. I like to show people that strategies are always more simple than you think - but that hard work is still required.

Send me a DM if you would like some help.

James Welch

Tina Lacey Recruitment Ltd

Tina Lacey Recruitment has been created to deliver a quality niche "Value For Money" recruitment service with energy, care and "know-how" to candidates and clients nationally. Drawing on several years of recruiting ; We offer a proven track record of supporting individuals and businesses within the Skills, Training and Welfare to Work sectors. 

October 2025
Employability Tutor Bedfordshire/Hertfordshire/Buckinghamshire to £30k Permanent Full Time
Recruitment Manager up to £35k North Tyneside
Recruitment Manager up to £35k Gateshead
Recruitment Manager up to £35k Watford, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans
Recruitment Manager up to £35k Hereford
HSC Assessors North and South Wales
Trainee Health and Social Care Assessors South Wales
Sales / BD  remote L&D/Commercial Training North West based £35k - £40K

Proud to highlight profiles of some of our amazing candidates on the market now in our  "Candidate Spotlight" Page https://www.tinalaceyrecruitment.com/candidate-spotlight  Showcasing great talent in the skills and welfare to work sector who have registered and looking for a career move.  

I can support you with the recruitment of Assessors/Skills Trainers of all disciplines including IT and Digital Marketing, Software Development, Project Management, HR/AAT Trainers, Technical Infrastructure Trainers, Supply Chain, Curriculum Managers, Employer Engagement Managers, Directors, NEET Tutors, Performance Managers, Programme Leads, IQA's and many more, 

With several years "hands-on" experience marketing DWP/JobcentrePlus services that focused on bringing employers & jobseekers together with the support of local training providers, action teams, JCP advisers and supporting agencies to achieve local and regional job outcome performance targets. 
Feel free to follow and share within your own network"

https://www.linkedin.com/company/tina-lacey-recruitment
For an informal confidential chat please give me a call on 0161 320 3793/07866625747 email; tina@tinalaceyrecruitment.com

Recruiter and Founder

R3 Resourcing

In December 2010 I created the R3 Welfare and Skills Division - part of R3 Resourcing / Futures Group. Specialising within the work based learning, skills and the welfare to work sectors nationally.  R3 Welfare and Skills grew to become the recruitment partner of choice for many providers and welfare to work organisations in the UK - Twitter @R3WelfareSkills

Proud ERSA member and Member of the Institute of Employability Professionals, attending W2W Conventions, local IEP events and Employability Awards

3 times winner of the group quarterly new business sales award 
Aug 2011 - Jan 2012. Aug 2012 - Jan 2013 Jan 2013 - April 2013
Highest performer in R3 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 till Aug 2015.
Queens Award Winner - Voluntary Services - The Monastery Sept 23rd 2013 
http://www.themonastery.co.uk

Recruitment Manager - R3 Welfare and Skills

Rullion

Commercial Recruitment Specialist - 2005
Permanent Recruitment Consultant of the Year 2006
Promoted to Senior Recruitment Consultant Nov 2006
Permanent Recruitment Consultant of the Year 2007
Promoted to Permanent Team Manager Nov 2007
Notable Achiever 2009
2nd highest biller  for the NW Team - Nov 2010

Successful account manager for some of UK's largest and respected work based learning/welfare to work and training organisations

Areas of expertise have included - Commercial sector
Travel, Insurance, Marketing, IT, Private Healthcare Organisations, Banking, Welfare to Work training providers, Apprenticeship Academies, Charity Organisations
rullion resource was then known as rullion personnel services

Team Manager - Permanent Division

Craghoppers

Company Charity fundraising for "Cancer Research" raised over £5k launching the BigKerching Thing and Wardrobe Amnesty projects raising more money than one of the largest utilities organisations in the UK. I was chosen to be the face of Cancer Research in 2004 on all promo literature.
Together with the Product Manager, I assisted with Product Range Launches, 2 a year.Worked on Sponsorship events,local and national horse driving championships including Windsor.
Working with Head of Marketing I produced price lists, mail shots, press releases, running successful PR competitions and writing copy for magazines and newspapers. Travelled all over the UK, merchandising in concessions, opening new stores, working with store managers/store visual merchandisers. Recruited new staff for the stores and trained them. I enjoyed producing weekly newsletters for each store and contributed to the monthly company news.

Marketing Executive/Concesssions and Store Merchandiser (UK)

DWP, Jobcentreplus

I made part of the Denton Jobcentre front line Team where; in 1999 we achieved the NW highest performing jobcentre out of 130 jobcentres with over 900 job outcomes for the year, personally achieving on average 60 job outcomes a quarter. I enjoyed the challenge and the thrill of helping our customers find the job they wanted. 1998-2001 - Admin Officer/Front Line placing jobseekers into work. (PWD, 50+, New Deal 18-24, 25+, 2 yrs+ u/e, 6m+ u/e, performing all FJR duties.

Promoted to Marketing Manager Aug 2001 - Manchester District
Supported Business Managers in Manchester by spending time with their advisers, gaining an understanding of the support they needed.  Promoting pre-employment training courses, work trials, jobsfairs and New Deal. I made part of the team that supported DWP through the transition from Employment Services to JobCentreplus in 2001. Raised Jobcentreplus awareness in the community by organising Employer based business breakfasts, promoting and facilitating themed recruitment days  for the emergency services to promote their entry level roles, "999" event,  
I organised a Students Jobsfair on Freshers Week at Rusholme Jobcentre in 2002 and achieved 40 job outcomes in 1 night with the support of our advisers.
Represented Jobcentreplus at Regional NHS Meetings
Started up and facilitated weekly job shops in conjunction with the local Action Team to promote careers/jobs at St Marys hospital/Withington Hospital, Christie Hospital, North Manchester and the Manchester Royal Infirmary, sharing successes and outcome results within the region, sharing good practice and raising awareness- helping JCP advisors spread the word - Our priority was helping DWP customers into new jobs at local hospitals.
Organised events in partnership with local employers, training providers and NHS Trusts
In 2002/03 I project managed NHS Recruitment Initiatives for Central Manchester Hospitals
In 2001 I completed 2 Princes Trust Leadership Programmes in Tameside/Groundwork.

DWP Marketing Manager

TUI Travel PLC

First Choice Holidays, Inghams Ski (Winter season) and Evergreen/HolidayStore
Responsible for ensuring all our guests had an amazing and unforgettable holiday.  Working together with hotel owners, club managers, dj's, club promoters, excursion providers, spanish agencies, restaurant managers and bar owners.

First Choice Holidays/Evergreen/Holidaystore - Altogether completing 4 full summer seasons from 1995 to 1998 in Ibiza working in all of the main resorts on the island from Portinatx to Playa D'en Bossa, Santa Eulalia and San Antonio.
Completed 2 winter seasons in Gran Canaria working in Mas Palomas, Playa Del Ingles and Puerto Rico 
Achieved the Highest performing All Inclusive Team in Europe in customer satisfaction - Award Winning Team for 1996 (Cala Llonga Ibiza) (Launch of the First Choice AlI Inclusive product)
Inghams Ski Rep - Winter 1997 (Livigno Italy) 

I speak conversational italian and spanish

Ibiza Senior Overseas Representative/All-Inclusive Rep/Ski Rep

With over 20 years of experience in recruitment, I set up Tina Lacey Recruitment with a clear mission: to create lasting connections between businesses and top talent. TLR are a trusted recruitment partner known for delivering high-quality recruitment solutions.

What I Do
At Tina Lacey Recruitment, I specialize in connecting organizations with exceptional talent across various sectors within skills, employability and apprenticeships. Whether you’re seeking permanent hires or executive placements, I take the time to understand your business culture and unique requirements.

How I Do It
I adopt a personal, consultative approach to recruitment, focusing on a deep understanding of your business needs and goals. Working with our extensive network, market expertise, and industry knowledge, I source and match candidates who not only have the right skills but also align with your company’s culture and vision. My process is built on transparency, care, communication, and collaboration, ensuring a seamless experience for both clients and candidates.

Your Next Step
If you're looking to find the perfect candidate to drive your business forward, or if you're an individual seeking your next career opportunity, the next step is simple. Let's start the conversation. Whether you're a client looking to grow your team or a candidate ready for a new challenge, I am here to guide you every step of the way.

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Get in touch today! Let’s explore how we can work together to achieve your recruitment goals. Send me a message, and let’s discuss how Tina Lacey Recruitment can support you in finding the best talent or your next career move.

‘My reputation with clients relies on adding value to the process’

t: 0161 320 3793
e tina@tinalaceyrecruitment.com
w: www.tinalaceyrecuitment.com
X: @TinaRecruitment
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Key Words: Employability Recruitment / Skills and Training Recruitment / Careers in Employability / Careers in Apprenticeships / IT and Digital Training Recruitment / IT Trainer recruitment / Digital Recruitment / Specialist Recruitment Consultancy / Sales / Skills Careers / Technology Training Jobs / Executive Placements / Executive Recruitment / Promoting and Championing the Skills and Welfare to Work / Employability Sectors

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