Burberry Talent Advisor

Burberry; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury fashion brand in Greater London seeks a Recruitment Partner to attract and hire creative talent. The role involves collaborating with hiring managers, managing the full recruitment lifecycle, and championing diversity within the recruitment process. Ideal candidates will showcase proven experience in recruiting for creative roles within the luxury sector, possess exceptional communication skills, and demonstrate a passion for fashion. The company values individuality and creativity as part of its culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience recruiting for creative, marketing, and commercial roles.
• Strong ability to influence and advise stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to deliver recruitment strategies.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for various roles.
• Act as a brand ambassador at candidate touchpoints.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for future hiring.
• Ensure compliance with recruitment processes.

Skills

Recruiting for creative roles

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Excellent communication

Tech-savvy with ATS

Passion for fashion

Collaborative team player

Tools

ATS systems

LinkedIn

Job description

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values‑driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

Partner with Burberry's business leaders to attract, engage, and hire exceptional creative, marketing, and commercial talent that reflects our brand values and supports our global growth strategy. Act as a trusted advisor, ensuring a seamless candidate experience and promoting Burberry as an employer of choice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Partnership

• Collaborate with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to understand team needs and deliver tailored recruitment strategies.
• Provide market insights on talent trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor activity.

End-to-End Recruitment

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for creative, marketing, and commercial roles, ensuring a premium candidate experience.
• Source, screen, and select high‑calibre candidates using innovative and diverse sourcing methods.

Brand Representation

• Act as a Burberry brand ambassador, showcasing our heritage and values at every candidate touchpoint.
• Represent Burberry at industry events, universities, and networking forums to build talent pipelines.

Talent Pipeline Development

• Build and maintain proactive talent pools for future hiring needs.
• Leverage platforms such as LinkedIn, creative networks, job boards, and partnerships with colleges.

Process Excellence

• Ensure compliance with Burberry's recruitment processes and global standards.
• Maintain accurate data and reporting through the ATS and recruitment dashboards.

Diversity & Inclusion

• Champion inclusive hiring practices and support Burberry's commitment to diversity across all roles.

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Proven experience recruiting for creative, buying, merchandising, marketing, and/or commercial roles within luxury, fashion, or consumer brands.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and advise at all levels.
• Exceptional organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Tech‑savvy with proficiency in ATS systems and sourcing tools.
• Passion for fashion, creativity, and delivering an outstanding candidate experience.
• Flexible, proactive, and collaborative team player with a solutions‑focused mindset.