Talent Acquisition Advisor (Fixed Term Contract)

Thorntons Law LLP; Dundee; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking law firm as a Talent Acquisition Advisor, where you'll play a pivotal role in attracting and retaining top talent. This dynamic position offers the chance to manage the full recruitment lifecycle while fostering strong relationships with hiring managers. You'll contribute to a positive candidate experience and support diversity and inclusion initiatives. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for someone passionate about recruitment and helping others thrive. Seize this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a respected legal firm.

Benefits

32 Days Annual Leave

Contributory Pension Scheme

Group Life Assurance

Health care cash plan

Exceptional parental leave packages

24-hour wellbeing support

Free Legal fees for moving home

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Discounts

Retail Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment or a strong customer service background.
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices and sourcing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for the firm.
• Build partnerships with hiring managers and support employer branding.

Skills

Recruitment Experience

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Talent Acquisition Advisor

Dundee - Fixed Term Contract for 12 months

At Thorntons Law, every moment matters. Join us as a Talent Acquisition Advisor and you’ll feel inspired. You’ll feel connected. You’ll feel like you belong. And it all begins from the moment you join us.

That’s because we’ve created a different kind of law firm. Here, you’ll build relationships with clients and colleagues that really last. You’ll help shape what happens now, and what comes next. And we’ll support and encourage you to be the best you can be.

This is what life at Thorntons is all about. And this is your moment to be part of it.

About the role

In this role, you’ll be a key part of our Talent Acquisition team, helping us attract, recruit and retain the very best people across our firm. You’ll work closely with hiring managers across legal and business services teams to manage end-to-end recruitment and shape a positive, engaging candidate experience. It’s about:

• End to end recruitment - Owning the full recruitment lifecycle, from job brief to offer, to ensure a smooth and professional experience for candidates and hiring managers alike.
• Stakeholder support - Building strong partnerships with hiring managers to understand their needs and provide expert recruitment advice.
• Sourcing talent - Proactively identifying and engaging candidates through a mix of advertising, networking, and outreach, always with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
• Interviewing and assessment - Screening and interviewing candidates, making sure they align with the role, team, and firm values.
• Offer and onboarding - Managing offer negotiations, preparing contracts, and ensuring new hires have a smooth and welcoming onboarding experience.
• Employer brand - Representing Thorntons at events and supporting employer branding and recruitment marketing initiatives.
• Data and reporting - Tracking recruitment activity and sharing insights to support continuous improvement.
• Driving inclusion - Playing an active role in our Diversity & Inclusion strategy, helping us build an inclusive recruitment process and workplace.

What you'll need

We're looking for:

• Experience in recruitment/talent acquisition is ideal, but we are also open to hearing from candidates with excellent customer service or administration experience and a genuine interest in Talent Acquisition.
• A passion for providing a great candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple roles at once.
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices, from sourcing techniques to interview planning.
• Great communication and interpersonal skills—you’ll be confident working with people at all levels.
• A collaborative, proactive approach—you enjoy being part of a team and driving things forward.
• Flexibility to travel to other offices for collaboration and events.
• A genuine interest in helping people thrive and supporting the growth of a business.

What we offer

We offer much more than just a competitive salary, and we’re committed to looking after our people in every way. Here’s just some of the benefits available:

• 32 Days Annual Leave (rising with length of service)
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Group Life Assurance
• Health care cash plan to support everyday health expenses
• Exceptional maternity, paternity, partner and adoption leave packages
• Assisted Conception & IVF Leave
• 24-hour wellbeing support
• Free Legal fees for moving home and life planning
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym Discounts
• Retail Discounts
• Hybrid Working

Professional development

Access to a wide range of opportunities to build your expertise and advance your career, through courses, specialist accreditations, training, or business skills development.

Belonging

At Thorntons, we embrace diversity and are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

As a Disability Confident employer, we want to ensure that everyone has a positive experience when applying to join us. If you have a disability or are neurodivergent and need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know — we’ll do everything we can to support you.

We work flexibly to meet the needs of our clients and our people. While not every role is the same, most offer a hybrid working pattern. We’ll work with you to agree the right arrangement that supports you, the role, and our clients.

Make the moment matter

If you’re looking for a career with a different kind of law form, this is the moment to find out more - and apply.

Choosing the right company is about more than just the work—it’s about the people, the culture, and the opportunities to grow. At Thorntons Law, we’ve built something different. We’re one of Scotland’s largest and most respected full-service legal firms, but more importantly, we’re a firm that invests in you—your development, your ambitions, and your future.

All you need to do is apply by 11 May and we’ll be in touch.