Rachel Farndell
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Rachel Farndell

Director of Talent

About Rachel

Rachel is the Director of Talent at Faststream Recruitment Group, leading internal recruitment and learning & development for the UK, Singapore and Americas. Rachel is a training and recruitment veteran, she joined the business in 2000 and is a fellow of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation. As a company champion, her vision is to create a positive culture of learning and development, positioning Faststream as an 'Employer of Choice' to attract, recruit, develop and retain the best talent in the market.

​Speak to Rachel about:

  • Learning & Development

  • Thought Leadership

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