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Head of Talent Acquisition

Location: Midlands area

Salary: £65-75,000 + car allowance + benefits

A well-established and market leading UK-based organisation is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to develop, lead and evolve its national recruitment strategy. This is a pivotal role within the HR leadership team, overseeing talent acquisition delivery and innovation across multiple UK locations.

This is a rare opportunity to create and lead a modern, inclusive, and high-impact TA function in a purpose-led, growth-focused organisation. You'll have the space to shape strategy, elevate employer brand, and build a recruitment strategy that is fit for the future.

The Opportunity

As Senior Manager Talent Acquisition, you will:

• Own and lead the full Talent Acquisition strategy for the UK, aligning it to wider HR and organisational goals.
• Develop and embed scalable, future-fit recruitment frameworks that ensure consistency, compliance, and quality across all hiring activity.
• Craft and evolve a compelling Employee Value Proposition (EVP) that resonates with key talent segments and differentiates the organisation in the market.
• Partner with business leaders to forecast hiring needs and proactively shape the talent pipeline.
• Lead, coach, and inspire a team of Talent Acquisition professionals, driving high performance and one consistent voice across the candidate journey.
• Shape and refine sourcing strategies, building robust talent pools for critical roles.
• Create assessment tools for all levels of the organisation
• Oversee recruitment marketing and employer branding initiatives, working closely with internal communications and marketing.
• Continuously evaluate and improve recruitment processes and tools for efficiency, inclusion, and a seamless candidate experience.
• Act as a trusted advisor on all things talent attraction, bringing market insights, trends, and benchmarking to the table.
• Own the TA budget and define make-or-buy strategies; manage agency partnerships and external suppliers.
• Create meaningful partnerships with 3rd party recruitment providers
• Embed equity, diversity & inclusion across all hiring practices, from attraction to selection.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree-educated, with professional HR/Talent certifications (CIPD Level 7 or equivalent desirable).
• Proven experience leading talent acquisition functions in fast-paced, multi-site environments (FMCG, engineering, retail, hospitality, manufacturing, logistics or similar sectors).
• Worked in fast paced environments which have high expectations of hiring the best in the market
• Strong track record of building and owning full-cycle TA strategies that drive business outcomes.
• Experience in managing external contracts for contingent workforce.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills
• Influential stakeholder management skills
• Experience of developing hiring tools which identifies high potential talent
• Deep experience developing recruitment processes and scalable frameworks.
• A passion for storytelling and EVP development that brings an employer brand to life.
• Strong data fluency – using insights to measure and enhance performance and candidate experience.
• Experience collaborating with external partners
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience with DE&I initiatives embedded across the hiring lifecycle.
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on, pragmatic leadership style.
• Track record in project and change management, including leading TA transformation programmes.
• Qualified in SHL interviewing (A+B)

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• Develop and implement a forward-thinking talent acquisition strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives and growth plans.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of recruiters and recruitment coordinators, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and candidate engagement to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Develop and implement employer branding initiatives to attract a diverse and qualified candidate pool.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers across the organisation, providing guidance and expertise on recruitment best practices.
• Utilise recruitment technology and analytics to track key metrics, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement in recruitment efficiency and effectiveness.
• Design and optimise candidate experience to ensure a positive and engaging journey for all applicants.
• Manage recruitment budgets and vendor relationships effectively.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Stay abreast of market trends, competitor activities, and innovative recruitment strategies.
• Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives within the recruitment process.
• Develop and implement robust talent pipelining strategies for critical roles.

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or CIPD qualification is a plus.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 4 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful talent acquisition strategies for diverse roles and levels.
• Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing recruitment teams.
• Strong understanding of various recruitment methodologies, sourcing channels, and ATS systems.
• Excellent knowledge of employer branding and candidate experience best practices.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret recruitment data.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
• Experience in talent acquisition within the (Specific Industry if known, e.g., technology, professional services) sector is advantageous.

• Develop and execute the overall talent acquisition strategy.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the recruitment team.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for all positions.
• Develop and implement employer branding initiatives.
• Partner with hiring managers to define talent needs and recruitment plans.
• Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives within recruitment.
• Manage recruitment budgets and vendor relationships.
• Utilise data and analytics to measure recruitment effectiveness and identify improvements.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Foster a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful recruitment strategies.
• Experience in building and managing recruitment teams.
• Strong understanding of employer branding and candidate sourcing techniques.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with diversity and inclusion recruitment practices.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a remote team of talent acquisition specialists.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience.
• Implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract diverse and high-calibre talent.
• Develop and enhance employer branding initiatives to attract top candidates.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their talent needs and guide the recruitment process.
• Utilise data and analytics to track recruitment metrics, identify trends, and drive improvements.
• Manage the recruitment budget and ensure cost-effective hiring practices.
• Stay abreast of market trends, best practices, and relevant technologies in talent acquisition.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful recruitment strategies.
• Extensive experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment marketing tools.
• Strong understanding of diversity and inclusion principles in recruitment.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinking and excellent problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience managing remote teams and fostering a collaborative virtual environment.

• Developing and implementing comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing the internal recruitment team.
• Overseeing the entire recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and offer management.
• Building and maintaining a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future needs.
• Leveraging recruitment technologies, including ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems), CRM, and sourcing tools, to optimize efficiency.
• Developing and executing employer branding initiatives to attract passive candidates.
• Establishing and tracking key recruitment metrics (KPIs) to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborating with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide expert guidance.
• Ensuring a positive and inclusive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Staying informed about market trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in talent acquisition.

• Designing and implementing comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with business goals for **Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK**.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of recruiters and talent acquisition specialists.
• Overseeing the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to offer management and onboarding.
• Developing and managing recruitment budgets and vendor relationships.
• Utilizing data and analytics to measure recruitment effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Building and nurturing strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs.
• Developing and executing employer branding initiatives to attract passive candidates.
• Implementing and optimizing recruitment technologies (ATS, CRM, etc.).
• Ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Staying current with market trends and best practices in talent acquisition.