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How a failed history degree led to a global recruitment career

  • Wave RS
  • May 2nd 2025

Mark Cox, Director & Partner at PiC, shares the unexpected story of how he fell into recruitment. From history grad to global recruiter, it all started with a cold call and a bit of jeopardy.

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