Michael Smith

Michael Smith is the Chief Executive of Randstad Enterprise Solutions, a role he assumed in September 2022.5 He brings over 18 years of experience in the talent acquisition industry to this position.2

Career Progression

Smith has had a long and successful career with Randstad, starting as a graduate recruitment executive in 2005.3 His career highlights include:

• Chief Executive of Randstad Enterprise (current role)3
• Global CEO of Randstad Sourceright (January 2021 - January 2023)3
• Managing Director of Randstad Sourceright EMEA (February 2018 - January 2021)3
• CEO of Randstad UK/Ireland (April 2019 - January 2021)3
• Managing Director for Southeast Asia (October 2015 - January 2018)3

Responsibilities and Focus

As Chief Executive of Randstad Enterprise, Smith focuses on:

• Building long-term strategic client relationships with the world's largest corporations4
• Driving a culture of innovation and collaboration across Randstad Enterprise businesses4
• Bringing Randstad's "tech and touch" approach to help clients solve complex talent challenges2
• Creating sustainable business value and agility for clients2

Industry Involvement

Smith is actively involved in the industry beyond his role at Randstad:

• Member of the Fortune CEO Initiative, Global 50, World Employment Confederation, and Recruitment & Employment Confederation24
• Serves on the advisory board of the Blind Institute of Technology24
• Regularly provides insights to business and trade media24

Throughout his career, Smith has consistently looked for ways to strengthen Randstad's culture of innovation and learning, led diverse teams across different cultural backgrounds, and elevated growth opportunities across the Randstad Group.1