Talent Acquisition Specialist

Are you a passionate Talent Acquisition professional looking for an opportunity to shape recruitment strategies and make a real impact? Our client is searching for an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to take the lead in sourcing, attracting talent for their London vacancies. The role is initially a 12 month contract with the potential to become permanent. If you enjoy recruiting a variety of executive and specialist roles and introducing best practices, we want to hear from you! If you would prefer to work part time, 4 days per a week, we are also considering part time and fulltime applications.

What’s in it for you?

• Strategic Influence: Drive efficiencies in recruitment and improve hiring practices.
• Variety: The role you recruit will have huge variety.
• Autonomy & Innovation: Have the freedom to shape and refine recruitment processes.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a supportive HR team and key stakeholders.

Talent Acquisition Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Strategy

• Manage the full recruitment cycle, from job posting to onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and selection criteria.
• Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent.
• Conduct interviews and guide hiring teams on best practices.
• Enhance employer branding and boost online presence in collaboration with Communications.

Candidate & Employee Experience

• Provide guidance to hiring managers on job descriptions, adverts, and recruitment methods.
• Ensure a smooth onboarding experience, working closely with L&D and People Partners.
• Maintain communication with new hires during their first six months to ensure engagement.
• Collect feedback to improve the candidate journey and overall hiring experience.

Reporting & Compliance

• Track and report key hiring metrics, including time-to-fill and source effectiveness.
• Ensure all recruitment activities comply with employment laws and internal policies.
• Manage relationships with recruitment agencies and negotiate cost-effective hiring solutions.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven Experience: Significant in-house recruitment experience managing multiple UK vacancies across a broad spectrum of roles.
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to implement process efficiencies and improve hiring workflows.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR systems
• People-Centric Approach: Excellent relationship-building, influencing, and communication skills.
• Knowledgeable: Understanding of employment law related to recruitment practices.

Location: Tower Hill - 1 - 2 x days in the London office (flexibility available)Hours: 36 per week

Remuneration: £60K plus extensive benefits.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join a forward-thinking organisation where your recruitment expertise will drive success and innovation. Apply today and be part of a team that values excellence, inclusion, and collaboration!