Head of Talent Acquisition

Quanta Consultancy Services Ltd; Dacorum; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in the UK is looking for a Head of Talent Acquisition to spearhead its global hiring strategy. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in talent acquisition, team management, and strong stakeholder communication skills. This role requires a proven track record in strategic hiring and the ability to operate at a senior level within a global organization. The position offers hybrid working and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Award-winning training and development programmes

Clear promotional criteria

Hybrid working

Healthcare cash plan

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Early finish Fridays

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in talent acquisition, particularly in strategic and executive hiring.
• Proven experience in developing high-performing Talent Acquisition teams.
• Experience in a global or multi-regional organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction of global hiring efforts and manage the TA business unit.
• Accountable for performance and operational effectiveness of the TA function.
• Define global talent acquisition strategy in alignment with long-term business objectives.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Team management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Workforce planning

Job description

Head of Talent Acquisition - Excellent benefits – Berkhamsted / Hertfordshire – Permanent

We have an amazing opportunity for a Head of Talent Acquisition to join our team!

Overview

With over 33 years of proven success, QCS Staffing stands as one of Europe’s largest privately owned specialist recruitment consultancies, delivering expert talent solutions across three of the world’s fastest-growing sectors. We unite people with life changing industries through sourcing skilled professionals for the world's biggest life sciences, renewable energy, and data centre industries – creating long-lasting relationships along the way! We focus on your career development and promotions, whilst ensuring that you love what you do as much as we do.

Why work for QCS Staffing

Some of our amazing benefits include:

• Award-winning training and development programmes (we invest in YOU)
• Clear promotional criteria set from day one
• Hybrid working
• Early finish and cash prize incentives (we reward your hard work!)
• Healthcare cash plan, Private Healthcare & Pension plan
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Paid parking
• Early finish Fridays
• Socials galore: BBQs, team meals, multiple charity events, Directors lunches

Responsibilities

• We are seeking a Head of Talent Acquisition to lead the strategic direction of our global hiring efforts and overall responsibility for the TA business unit.
• The Head of TA will be accountable for the performance, delivery, functional budget management, and operational effectiveness of the TA function in the UK & USA.
• Define and lead the global talent acquisition strategy in alignment with the company’s long-term business objectives.
• Provide direct leadership, coaching, and mentorship to the TA Manager and wider TA team, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.
• Building and scaling the TA team in the USA to support company growth
• Providing strategic support and mentorship to the US-based TA team, fostering their professional development and ensuring alignment with global TA standards.
• Provide quarterly insights to the board on talent trends, risks, and opportunities.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in talent acquisition, with a proven track record in strategic and executive hiring.
• Proven experience in managing and developing high-performing Talent Acquisition teams, including direct line management and coaching responsibilities.
• Experience working in a global or multi-regional organisation.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence at C-suite level.
• Deep understanding of workforce planning, succession, and talent intelligence.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.

How to apply

Make the leap into a progressive and rewarding career today – and apply now!