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Michael Bullock

University Recruiter at NVIDIA (Contract)

University RecruitingEarly Talent StrategyTechnical RecruitingFull-cycle RecruitingDiversity SourcingMentoring
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About

I'm Michael Bullock, currently a University Recruiter at NVIDIA. My career has been a journey of two halves: I spent my early years in insurance underwriting before finding my true calling in the Early Talent space over a decade ago. Since then, I've led recruiting teams and strategies at companies like eBay and Palo Alto Networks, focusing on everything from cybersecurity to AI and deep learning. I'm passionate about mentorship and building the bridge between brilliant students—from NCGs to PhDs—and the world's most innovative companies. Lately, I've been particularly interested in how I can apply my recruiting expertise to the climate tech sector. Whether you're a student looking for your next step or a professional interested in university relations, I'm always happy to share what I know and explore how we can support each other.

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What I can offer

  • ›Deep expertise in university recruiting landscapes
  • ›Strategic consulting for employer branding
  • ›Mentorship for recruiters
  • ›Guidance for NCG and PhD candidates in technical fields

Looking for

  • ›expanding my professional network
  • ›exploring mutual opportunities in climate tech

Best fit for

University students and PhD candidatesCareer center professionalsSTEM student organizationsClimate tech founders

Current Interests

Climate TechCUDA and DGX systemsCloud-native supercomputingSTEM student organizationsNon-traditional candidate sourcing

Background

Career

Transitioned from insurance underwriting into a decade-long career in university and early talent recruiting at major tech firms like eBay, Palo Alto Networks, and NVIDIA.

Education

CII Certificate in Insurance (2010); A-Levels in Business Studies, Geography, IT, and General Studies.

Achievements

  • ›Managed Early Talent Tech Recruiting team at Palo Alto Networks
  • ›Processed eBay team finances to within 1% of budget
  • ›Managed a £5m GWP motor account at QBE
  • ›Trained a 30-person team in Bangalore, India

Opinions

  • Mentorship is vital for both new recruiters and senior leaders
  • Strong relationships between hiring managers and interview teams are essential for positive candidate experience
  • Maintaining professional fondness for former employers is important, even after layoffs