Clodagh Downey

Clodagh Downey is an experienced professional in Talent Acquisition, currently serving as a Principal TA Partner at Workday since February 2016. In this hybrid role, Clodagh focuses on enhancing representation across APAC and Japan through inclusive hiring practices, while also supporting growth and recruitment in Product & Tech, Marketing, and Early Careers. Previous positions at Workday include Manager and Principal Talent Acquisition Partner for APJ, and Senior TA Partner. Clodagh's experience also includes a role as Digital Recruiter at Essence, where responsibilities involved managing recruitment across tech and analytics disciplines and improving onboarding processes. Clodagh began her career at Badenoch & Clark as a Recruitment Consultant, successfully placing candidates in various sectors. Clodagh holds an MSc in Forensic Medical Science from Queen Mary University of London and a BSc in Chemistry with Forensic Science from University College Cork.