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Meet the CEO

I’m Dione Tanaka.
I Help Ambitious Professionals Unlock Their Full Potential.

At Tanaka Pathways, we believe that career progression is not accidental—it is intentional. We were founded on the principle that every professional possesses untapped potential waiting to be articulated and elevated.

Our approach bridges the gap between where you are and where you aspire to be. By combining strategic precision with personalized mentorship, we empower you to navigate complex professional landscapes with renewed confidence. Whether you are an emerging talent or an established leader seeking your next transformation, we provide the clarity, tools, and framework necessary to turn your professional ambitions into a measurable reality.

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Meet the CEO

My Story

I am Dione Tanaka. My passion for helping, encouraging, and supporting people with their careers began while I was at the University of Portsmouth. During my placement year, I worked as a Talent Acquisition Coordinator at IBM, where I gained hands-on experience in talent acquisition and candidate management.

In my final year at university, I also worked as part of the Employability Services team for the Business School as a Placement Assistant. In this role, I supported students from Year 1 through to Master’s level with CV reviews, mock interviews, assessment centres, summer internships, placements, and graduate job preparation.

I later worked as a Recruitment Manager at Capgemini, where I recruited over 300 early careers candidates and facilitated over 100 assessment centres across consulting, marketing, and other professional roles.

After that, I worked at PwC for three years as a Talent Acquisition Senior Associate, interviewing over 100 students for roles across Technology, Audit, Actuarial, Legal, Consulting, and more.

Today, I work at AMS as an Early Careers Recruiter, continuing to interview and support candidates for PwC client roles across similar career pathways. 

My mission is clear: to unlock your full potential and position you for opportunities that align seamlessly with your ambition and identity. I don't just prepare you for the next role; I position you for long-term success.

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My Journey

A journey fuelled by a passion for helping and supporting people to achieve their career goals.

2017 – 2021
University of
Portsmouth

My passion for helping and supporting people with their careers began at university.

2019 – 2020
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IBM
Placement

Talent Acquisition Coordinator placement.  Gained hands-on experience in talent acquisition and candidate management.

2020 – 2021
Employability Services
University of Portsmouth

Placement Assistant supported students from Year 1 to Master’s level with CV reviews, mock interviews, assessment centres, and career guidance.

2021 – 2022
Capgemini
Recruitment Manager

Recruited over 300 early careers candidates and facilitated over 100 assessment centres across consulting, marketing, and more.

2022 – 2025
PwC
Talent Acquisition Senior Associate

Interviewed over 100 students for roles across Technology, Audit, Actuarial, Legal, and Consulting. 

2025 – Present
AMS
Early Careers Recruiter supporting PwC

Continuing to interview and support candidates for roles across Technology, Audit, Actuarial, Legal, and Consulting.

Every step of my journey has shaped how I support and empower candidates to feel prepared, confident, and ready to achieve their career goals.

HOW WE WORK

A Proven Process. Meaningful Results.

1. Discover

We start by understanding your goals, strengths, and career aspirations.

2. Strategise

We create a tailored plan that aligns your skills with the right opportunities.

3. Prepare

We equip you with tools, insights, and practice to help you stand out.

4. Elevate

You step forward with confidence and secure opportunities that last.

Why Professionals Choose Tanaka Pathways

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SUCCESS STORIES

What My Clients Say

At Tanaka Pathways, every success story is a reminder of why we do what we do. We’ve had the privilege of guiding students, graduates, and professionals through different stages of their career journeys — helping them grow in confidence, clarity, and purpose.