Our Board of Directors steer the Vallum ship and has a collective of over 100+ years within the recruitment industry and across our areas of expertise.
Malvin founded Vallum Associates in 2015 off the back of his extensive knowledge and network within the Energy and Utilities industry.
This deep knowledge of the Energy industry has not only seen Malvin asked to recruit for some of the biggest industry names but has also seen him acting in an advisory capacity, helping define end-to-end solutions and approaches to transformation.
Malvin is a dynamic and driven leader with the ability to inspire and motivate his team and is a true believer in leading from the front. Malvin invests in building strong relationships with clients and candidates and works tirelessly with the rest of Vallum’s Board to ensure Vallum continues to exceed industry expectations.
Before stepping into recruitment, Malvin was a professional football player and this time spent in professional sport has ingrained a strong desire for perfection and a commitment to excellence that forms the backbone of Vallum Associates. In 2022, Malvin was appointed a board member for The London Youth Games, an incredible initiative which helps London Youths gain access to sports and get the positive life lessons that have helped him so much personally and professionally.
Michael brings a wealth of experience to his role as Chairman of Vallum Associates having spent 28+ years in Talent Acquisition working across the industry from growing small start-ups to sitting on the board of large talent firms.
Michael has dedicated his recruitment career to Banking and Financial Services, identifying and securing the best talent for his global clients, ranging from large multinational banks to boutique financial institutions in the UK, North America and APAC.
Specialising in Exec Searches, Michael’s experience spans the Banking and Financial Services industry including Wealth Management, Investment Banking, Hedge Funds, Asset Management and Trading Firms.
Within the industry, Michael is known for his work towards promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As Co-Founder of the Centre of Inclusive Leadership Michael is dedicated to identifying and placing the best senior leaders from under-represented minority groups for some of the world’s leading Investment Banks and Professional Services firms.
Malvin founded Vallum Associates in 2015 on the back of his extensive knowledge and network within the Energy & Utilities industry. This deep knowledge of the Energy industry has not only seen Malvin asked to recruit for some of the biggest industry names but has also seen him acting in an advisory capacity, helping define end-to-end solutions and approaches to transformation. Malvin is a dynamic and driven leader with the ability to inspire and motivate his team and is a true believer in leading from the front. Malvin invests in building strong relationships with clients and candidates and works tirelessly with the rest of Vallum’s Board to ensure Vallum continues to exceed industry expectations. Before stepping into recruitment, Malvin was a professional football player and this time spent in professional sport has ingrained a strong desire for perfection and a commitment to excellence that forms the backbone of Vallum Associates. In 2022, Malvin was appointed a board member for The London Youth Games, an incredible initiative which helps London Youths gain access to sports and get the positive life lessons that have helped him so much personally and professionally.
MALVIN KAMARA
CEO
Michael brings a wealth of experience to his role as Chairman of Vallum Associates having spent 28+ years in Talent Acquisition working across the industry from growing small start-ups to sitting on the board of large talent firms. Michael has dedicated his recruitment career to Banking and Financial Services, identifying and securing the best talent for his global clients, ranging from large multinational banks to boutique financial institutions in the UK, North America and APAC. Specialising in Exec Searches, Michael's experience spans the Banking and Financial Services industry including Wealth Management, Investment Banking, Hedge Funds, Asset Management and Trading Firms. Within the industry, Michael is known for his work towards promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As Co-Founder of the Centre of Inclusive Leadership Michael is dedicated to identifying and placing the best senior leaders from under-represented minority groups for some of the world’s leading Investment Banks and Professional Services firms.
MICHAEL PETRIE
CHAIRMAN
MALVIN KAMARA
CEO
Malvin founded Vallum Associates in 2015 on the back of his extensive knowledge and network within the Energy & Utilities industry.
This deep knowledge of the Energy industry has not only seen Malvin asked to recruit for some of the biggest industry names but has also seen him acting in an advisory capacity, helping define end-to-end solutions and approaches to transformation.
Malvin is a dynamic and driven leader with the ability to inspire and motivate his team and is a true believer in leading from the front. Malvin invests in building strong relationships with clients and candidates and works tirelessly with the rest of Vallum’s Board to ensure Vallum continues to exceed industry expectations.
Before stepping into recruitment, Malvin was a professional football player and this time spent in professional sport has ingrained a strong desire for perfection and a commitment to excellence that forms the backbone of Vallum Associates. In 2022, Malvin was appointed a board member for The London Youth Games, an incredible initiative which helps London Youths gain access to sports and get the positive life lessons that have helped him so much personally and professionally.
CHAIRMAN
Michael brings a wealth of experience to his role as Chairman of Vallum Associates having spent 28+ years in Talent Acquisition working across the industry from growing small start-ups to sitting on the board of large talent firms.
Michael has dedicated his recruitment career to Banking and Financial Services, identifying and securing the best talent for his global clients, ranging from large multinational banks to boutique financial institutions in the UK, North America and APAC.
Specialising in Exec Searches, Michael’s experience spans the Banking and Financial Services industry including Wealth Management, Investment Banking, Hedge Funds, Asset Management and Trading Firms.
Within the industry, Michael is known for his work towards promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As Co-Founder of the Centre of Inclusive Leadership Michael is dedicated to identifying and placing the best senior leaders from under-represented minority groups for some of the world’s leading Investment Banks and Professional Services firms.
Kim has 20+ years of experience in recruitment having spent the good part of 11 years specialising in working with individuals within Prime Services, Risk Management and Hedge Funds. He has spent the latter part of 10+ years working with clients to help them with their IT and Change Management programmes.
Kim has extensive experience within the UK, Europe, North American and Pan-Asian markets.
Phil joined Vallum with over 20 years’ experience within Financial and Commercial Business, with a focus on recruitment and staffing.
Phil has earned a comprehensive knowledge of the market stemming from his experiences across the board; from working with entrepreneurs at rapidly growing start-ups, large-scale companies both within the UK and American markets, and via his own consultancy business.
Kim has 20+ years of experience in recruitment having spent the good part of 11 years specialising in working with individuals within Prime Services, Risk Management and Hedge Funds. He has spent the latter part of 10+ years working with clients to help them with their IT and Change Management programmes. Kim has extensive experience within the UK, Europe, North American and Pan-Asian markets.
Kang Shik Kim
COO
Phil joined Vallum with over 20 years’ experience within Financial and Commercial Business, with a focus on recruitment and staffing. Phil has earned a comprehensive knowledge of the market stemming from his experiences across the board; from working with entrepreneurs at rapidly growing start-ups, large-scale companies both within the UK and American markets, and via his own consultancy business.
Phil Bland
CFO
KANG SHIK KIM
COO
Kim has 20+ years of experience in recruitment having spent the good part of 11 years specialising in working with individuals within Prime Services, Risk Management and Hedge Funds. He has spent the latter part of 10+ years working with clients to help them with their IT and Change Management programmes.
Kim has extensive experience within the UK, Europe, North American and Pan-Asian markets.
Phil Bland
CFO
Phil joined Vallum with over 20 years’ experience within Financial and Commercial Business, with a focus on recruitment and staffing.
Phil has earned a comprehensive knowledge of the market stemming from his experiences across the board; from working with entrepreneurs at rapidly growing start-ups, large-scale companies both within the UK and American markets, and via his own consultancy business.
Meet the consultants and back office teams that make up Vallum Associates.
Managing Director
Paul is a seasoned recruitment leader with a noteworthy history of successfully acquiring specialised IT talent for various clients on a global scale, spanning the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.
Possessing two decades of hands-on leadership experience, Paul has contributed his expertise to renowned recruitment entities such as Modis (the Adecco Group) and specialized IT agencies.
Notably, he also established his own business, where he played a pivotal role in expanding it to include 30 fee-earning consultants. Paul’s extensive qualifications and proficiency underscore his effectiveness in navigating the dynamic field of recruitment.
Director of Insurance Practices
Dominique has been working in the insurance market (specialising in General Insurance, Speciality Risk and Life and pensions) for the past 10 years, recruiting for some of the biggest names within the industry.
Dominique has the network and support to quickly actualise both company and candidate needs.
Director of Renewables & Engineering
Over the past 12 years, Justin has sourced and led teams for some of the biggest energy projects across Wind, Solar, Oil & Gas, Marine, and EV.
Having worked solely within Renewables & Engineering for his whole recruitment career, Justin has entrenched himself within the market creating an extensive network across the Engineering value chain.
Justin has built close relationships with clients to determine the exact talent specifications needed for the most efficient and cost-effective project deployment
Associate Director, Head of Trading Services
Elliot leads the Energy and Commodities team at Vallum Associates and is responsible for developing our global commodities client portfolio.
A determined and ambitious Consultant, Elliot has placed candidates across Asia, Australasia, Europe and the United States
Associate Director, Head of Energy & Utilities
A resourceful recruiter with a strong background across the Energy & Utilities sector, Ed leads Vallum’s Energy & Utilities Desk. His passion for building strong relationships with both clients and candidates alike makes for successful, long-lasting placements.
Senior Consultant
Bala has eight years’ of experience in Banking/ Financial services and over 10 years’ experience in sales.
For the past couple of years, Bala has been recruiting within Transformation & Finance Ops. He now sits with our Technology team to bridge the gap between Finance and Tech.
Consultant
Charlotte believes in recruitment to benefit the global workforce and the planet. She specialises in connecting a diverse array of companies with skilled Sustainability & ESG professionals.
My mandates have included executive positions such as Director of Sustainability and Heads of ESG, as well as roles like ESG Managers and Consultants.
Delivery Team Lead
Jigar has specialised in technology recruitment for the past 10 years both in the UK and US markets.
Each of our delivery consultants specialises within their specific industry areas. As the Delivery Team lead, Jigar ensures that the right consultants will always be working on your roles, meaning that every role has a team of industry knowledge sourcing for them.
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