Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist - Banbridge - REED Specialist Recruitment

REED Specialist Recruitment; Banbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Banbridge is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist for a one-year fixed term role. In this position, you will be pivotal in driving growth through effective talent acquisition strategies, managing recruitment processes, and collaborating with management to fulfill staffing needs. Ideal candidates should have a strong recruitment background, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Health cash plan

Wellbeing platform

Annual flu vaccine

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple recruitment campaigns in ROI & the UK.
• Familiarity with high-volume recruitment best practices.
• Full clean UK / ROI driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Own the full-cycle recruitment process for manufacturing and assembly positions.
• Develop and implement strategic workforce plans aligned with business goals.
• Track and report on key recruiting metrics.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Organisational skills

Influencing skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication abilities

Strategic thinking

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade C or above

Tools

Online recruitment systems

Job description

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist - Banbridge - REED Specialist Recruitment

REED Specialist Recruitment Banbridge

1 day ago

Full time

Description

Job Type: Full-time, Fixed Term (1 Year)

Location: Multi-Site based in Banbridge & Dundalk

Hours: 38 hrs per week. 8.00am to 5.00pm Mon to Thurs & 8.00am to 3.00pm Friday

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

We are working with a fast-growing manufacturer, looking to expand their internal TA team.

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will help drive our growth strategy by generating talent pipelines and leading recruitment efforts in our manufacturing and assembly operations.

This is a fixed-term position for 1 year, ideal for someone passionate about making a significant impact in a scaling company.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Own the full-cycle recruitment process for all manufacturing and assembly positions, from sourcing to onboarding.
• Develop and implement strategic workforce plans, aligning recruitment activities with business goals.
• Provide strategic advice to hiring managers, offering insights and recommendations to improve hiring outcomes.
• Proactively plan and pipeline talent through needs assessments and hiring forecasts with key stakeholders.
• Lead employer branding efforts in the manufacturing sector and establish talent pipelines for critical roles.
• Manage relationships with external staffing vendors and educational institutions to support staffing needs.
• Optimize recruitment processes and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Track and report on key recruiting metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Facilitate structured interview processes that align with role requirements and competencies.
• Manage high-volume recruiting initiatives and ensure compliance with labour laws and safety standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven recruitment experience, including managing multiple campaigns in ROI & the UK.
• Experience in high-volume recruitment and implementing best practices.
• Familiarity with online recruitment systems.
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade C or above, including Maths and English.
• Full clean UK / ROI driving license, as the role is based at both Banbridge & Dundalk Facilities.
• Strong organisational and influencing skills, with effective interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Strategic thinker capable of building talent pipelines in line with growth plans.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and adapt in a dynamic, high-energy environment.

Benefits include a competitive pension scheme, health cash plan, wellbeing platform, annual flu vaccine, and other employee perks. This role is based at both Banbridge and Dundalk facilities, requiring a full UK/ROI driving license.