Samantha Collins is an experienced professional in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and talent acquisition, currently serving as the Head of DEI & Talent Acquisition at Transdev since May 2023. Previously, Samantha held the position of National Diversity & Inclusion Manager at UGL from April 2018 to May 2023, focusing on driving diversity and social inclusion strategies. Additional experience includes roles as Senior Business Partner and Senior Recruitment & Talent Business Partner at UGL, Talent Acquisition Lead at Jacobs, and Talent Acquisition Manager at Lendlease. Early career experience encompasses positions at Asset Resourcing Limited and Annapurna H.R., specializing in ethical recruitment practices. Samantha holds a BA Hons in International Relations and Political Science from Nottingham Trent University.