Talent Acquisition Adviser

The Electoral Commission; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Electoral Commission is seeking a Talent Acquisition Adviser to join their HR team during a period of exciting growth and transformation. The role involves managing the full recruitment lifecycle, developing inclusive hiring practices, and supporting talent initiatives as the organisation aims to enhance its workforce. The ideal candidate will have strong recruitment experience and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Civil Service Pension Scheme

Tax-free homeworking allowance

28 days of paid annual leave plus public holidays

Professional development opportunities

Enhanced family-friendly leave

Qualifications

• Recent and relevant experience in end-to-end recruitment in an in-house setting.
• Ability to deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing multiple vacancies with applicant tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle across a variety of roles.
• Develop tailored attraction strategies.
• Advise hiring managers on recruitment practices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Inclusive recruitment practices

Data-informed decision making

Proactive mindset

Job description

Employer The Electoral Commission Location Hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days per week (40%) in the office. London preferred, where most of the team and stakeholders are based, but we will consider applicants based in Cardiff, Edinburgh or Belfast. Regular travel to London required. Salary £31,549–£33,126 pa DOE + £3,217 London weighting (if applicable) Closing date 15 Jun 2025

View more categories View less categories Sector Public Sector Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time Job Type Recruitment & Resourcing

Help shape the future of democracy at the Electoral Commission.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive in-house Talent Acquisition Adviser to join our friendly and supportive HR team at an exciting time of organisational growth and transformation.

The Electoral Commission is the independent body that oversees elections and regulates political finance in the UK. Our mission is to promote public confidence in the democratic process and ensure its integrity.

As we implement our new five-year Corporate Plan, including a new pay structure, performance-based progression, and an increase in organisational headcount of nearly 40%, our Talent Acquisition team will play a pivotal role in shaping our future workforce. We are modernising our recruitment approach to be more agile, inclusive and skills-focused, while maintaining a positive candidate experience.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role during a period of significant growth. We are looking for someone who can quickly get up to speed, build strong relationships with hiring managers, and deliver high-quality recruitment outcomes from day one.

What you will do

In this role, you will manage the full recruitment lifecycle across a wide variety of roles. You will partner with hiring managers to deliver a professional, fair and inclusive hiring experience, while contributing to strategic talent initiatives to enhance how we attract and retain diverse talent.

You will:

• Lead end-to-end recruitment activity from job design to onboarding
• Develop tailored attraction strategies to build diverse and skills-focused talent pipelines
• Support the continuous improvement of our attraction, selection, and onboarding processes
• Advise hiring managers on inclusive recruitment practices
• Support employer branding and outreach activity, including careers events and widening participation initiatives
• Help develop early careers pathways such as apprenticeships, internships, graduate schemes, and secondments
• Contribute to forward workforce planning and talent pipeline development
• Champion candidate experience and ensure ethical, bias-free recruitment practice in line with current legislation

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an experienced in-house Talent Acquisition or Recruitment professional with a strong track record of delivering end-to-end recruitment within an organisation. Please note: we are not seeking candidates whose experience is solely agency-based.

You will bring:

• Recent and relevant experience of managing end-to-end recruitment in an in-house setting
• Ability to hit the ground running and deliver high-quality hiring outcomes in a fast-paced environment
• Experience managing multiple vacancies and using applicant tracking systems (ATS), with an understanding of how data can inform recruitment decision
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and advise hiring managers
• A passion for delivering an excellent and inclusive candidate experience An interest in modern, skills-first and bias-reducing recruitment practices
• A proactive, improvement-focused mindset with the ability to contribute ideas and solutions
• The ability to balance operational delivery with longer-term strategic thinking

You will be joining a collaborative, supportive team where curiosity, innovation and continuous learning are encouraged.

Pay Progression

A new pay structure will be launched in July 2025, introducing performance-based progression on top of any inflationary increase for staff who have completed six months’ service at the progression rating date (31 January).

The Electoral Commission offers an outstanding mix of benefits, including:

• A culture of flexible working, including flexitime, hybrid working, and compressed hours options
• Automatic enrolment into the Civil Service Pension Scheme with employer contributions of 28.97%
• £312 per annum tax-free homeworking allowance
• 28 days of paid annual leave plus 8 public holidays, rising to 30 days after four years’ service
• Extensive learning and professional development opportunities (including CIPD study support)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Option to sell up to 5 days of annual leave each year
• Enhanced family-friendly leave (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, parental bereavement)
• Benenden Healthcare membership
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Hybrid office/home working model (minimum 40% office attendance)

Our commitment to inclusion

The Electoral Commission is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, and from all underrepresented groups.

We operate anonymous recruitment to reduce bias in our hiring process. Please apply with an anonymised CV and supporting statement. Applications that do not follow this guidance may not be considered.

Adjustments can be provided at any stage of the process. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to ensure an accessible and positive experience.

How to apply

Please apply online with an anonymous CV and cover letter by 23:59 on Sunday 15th June 2025. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply promptly.

Timeline:

• 1st stage interviews: Week commencing 23rd June 2025
• 2nd stage interviews: Within one week of the first interview
• Target start date: No later than 1st August 2025

Applicants for the London-based position will be expected to attend interviews in person at our Bunhill Row office. For devolved office locations, interviews may be held virtually.

Please note: The Electoral Commission does not reimburse travel costs for interview attendance.

We are an independent body set up by the UK Parliament. Our aim is integrity and public confidence in the democratic process.

We are a forward thinking organisation with an open and friendly working environment. We employ around 170 staff across the United Kingdom. The majority of staff are located in our central London office, with devolved offices located in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh and regional offices in Coventry, Exeter, York and London.

We are recognised as an Investor in People and have also been awarded the 'two ticks' disability symbol in recognition of our commitments regarding the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled people

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