Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to enhance recruitment processes and build a strong talent pipeline. This role involves driving strategic sourcing initiatives, collaborating with business leaders, and optimizing recruitment tools to align with the firm's growth objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in talent acquisition, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to foster relationships with industry professionals. Join a dynamic team that values integrity, respect, and collaboration, and contribute to an innovative workplace that prioritizes personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition with a focus on strategic recruitment.
• Proficient user of applicant tracking systems and recruitment tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic sourcing and recruitment initiatives to attract top-tier talent.
• Develop data-driven sourcing strategies using analytics and market intelligence.
• Optimize recruitment processes ensuring efficiency and scalability.

Skills

Strategic recruitment

Sourcing

Talent advisory

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Education

5+ years in talent acquisition

Bilingualism (English and French)

Tools

Workday Recruiter

AI-driven recruitment technologies

Job description

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, London

Client:

BDO

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

a1a2c98fa009

Job Views:

6

Posted:

04.04.2025

Expiry Date:

19.05.2025

Job Description:

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

We are actively seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to play a key role in supporting the growth of our assurance, tax and accounting service lines. As a trusted advisor to business leaders, you will drive strategic talent initiatives, enhance recruitment processes, and build a strong talent pipeline. This role offers flexibility to work from any of our offices across Canada.

Responsibilities:

• Drive strategic sourcing and recruitment initiatives to attract top-tier talent for assigned client groups, which may include Accounting, Tax, or Assurance service lines, leveraging a business partnership approach to define evolving talent needs.
• Develop and implement data-driven sourcing strategies, utilizing analytics, market intelligence, and competitive insights to proactively identify and engage high-caliber candidates.
• Establish and nurture strong external relationships with industry professionals, networks, and associations to strengthen the firm’s talent pipeline and employer brand.
• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing proactive consultation on talent acquisition strategies that align with short- and long-term business objectives.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership and hiring managers to refine role specifications, incorporating market trends and data on in-demand skills to enhance decision-making.
• Elevate the firm's employer brand by serving as a brand ambassador, effectively communicating our employee value proposition to attract and retain top talent.
• Optimize recruitment processes and tools, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and alignment with best practices in talent acquisition.
• Demonstrate business acumen by aligning recruitment efforts with the firm's financial and strategic growth objectives, directly contributing to performance and profitability.

Success Metrics:

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration.
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work.
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients.
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent.
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace.
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Experience and Education:

• You offer at least 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, with a focus on strategic recruitment, sourcing, and talent advisory. Corporate or professional services environment is preferred.
• Bilingualism (English and French) would be considered an asset.
• You bring advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• You showcase exceptional strategic sourcing capabilities.
• You offer strong collaboration and communication skills, allowing you to effectively partner with various stakeholders across the firm.
• You are a proficient user of applicant tracking systems such as Workday Recruiter, and other recruitment tools.
• You are passionate and experienced in leveraging AI-driven recruitment technologies and automation tools.

Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.

Bank or payment details should not be provided when applying for a job. Eurojobs.com is not responsible for any external website content. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button.

Created on 04/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom