lisa payne talent director

With 20+ years in recruitment, Lisa Payne operates at Director level, partnering with a varied client base from high-growth SMEs to national brands. She specialises in Finance and HR recruitment nationwide, acting as an outsourced Talent Partner to deliver smart hiring plans, targeted search, and an outstanding candidate experience. Formerly Crisp Recruitment and now with smt recruitment group, Lisa blends strategic advice with hands-on delivery across permanent, interim, and project hires – She is trusted by long-standing, retained clients which span over a decade.

Focus areas

  • Finance: FD/CFO, FC, Finance Manager, Payroll, Account Payable, Accounts Receivable

  • HR: HR Director /Head of People, HR Business Partner, L&D, Reward, HR Operations

  • Services: Talent strategy, search & selection, salary benchmarking

  • Model: Embedded partnerships with long-standing clients, offering remote or on-site support for clients

Let’s talk about your hiring strategy: lisa.payne@smart10.co.uk | 01707 242962