Talent Acquisition Advisor

Bolt Burdon Kemp; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully flexible working arrangements

Unlimited holiday

Medical insurance

Life assurance

Subsidised gym membership

Bike-to-work scheme

Continuous training and development

Vibrant company culture

Job summary

Bolt Burdon Kemp, a prestigious law firm in London, is looking for an in-house Talent Acquisition Advisor. The role involves managing all recruitment processes, from vacancy approval to onboarding, and requires at least three years of in-house experience in legal recruitment. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of UK employment law, excellent organizational skills, and a goal-oriented mindset. The firm values work-life balance, offering unlimited holiday and comprehensive benefits, aiming to foster a supportive and inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience as a Talent Acquisition Advisor in a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of UK hiring practices.
• Excellent organizational and administration skills.
• Ability to build relationships with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage vacancies from approval to onboarding.
• Attract and shortlist candidates for practice teams.
• Build relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
• Lead on talent acquisition trends and strategies.
• Analyze recruitment data for decision-making.
• Support HR in managing recruitment budget.

Skills

Experience in legal recruitment

Knowledge of employment law

Organisation skills

Stakeholder relationship building

Independent work capability

Goal-oriented mindset

Curiosity and learning approach

Professional demeanor

Job description

Are you a passionate Talent Acquisition Advisor specialising in legal recruitment?

Bolt Burdon Kemp, a top-ranked London law firm, is seeking a dedicated in-house Talent Acquisition Advisor to join our busy HR team. This will be an opportunity to support the growth of the firm by leading on all areas of talent acquisition through to onboarding, while advancing your career in a genuinely supportive environment.

What we’re looking for

• At least three years’ experience working as an in-house Talent Acquisition Advisor within a law firm (experience of working with claimant litigation roles will be advantageous)
• Strong working knowledge of employment law and good practice in respect of hiring staff in the UK
• Excellent organisation and administration skills
• Experience in building relationships with stakeholders
• Ability to work independently but with a team-centred approach and open to sharing ideas
• A motivated, goal‑oriented mindset with a passion to excel
• Curiosity and an ‘always learning’ approach to work
• A professional and positive demeanour

What you’ll do

• Manage all vacancies from the approval stage through to offer and onboarding
• Identify, attract and shortlist candidates to fulfil the requirements of the practice teams for active and future roles, using all appropriate methods
• Manage relationships with hiring managers, candidates, advertisers, external recruiters, and any other third parties
• Lead on talent acquisition know-how and market trends, including providing support for EVP and Employer Brand strategies
• Manage, analyse and report on recruitment data to drive talent attraction decisions
• Support the Head of HR to manage the recruitment budget, and review costs and return on investment

Why work at Bolt Burdon Kemp?

At Bolt Burdon Kemp, you’ll be part of a team that puts people first – both clients and colleagues. We’re proud to be a leading clinical negligence and personal injury law firm in London recognised for our expertise, compassion, and commitment to justice.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Fully flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle
• Unlimited holiday – because we believe in work‑life balance
• Comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, life assurance, subsidised gym membership and a bike‑to‑work scheme
• Clear career progression and a genuine commitment to promoting from within
• Continuous training and development – from legal know‑how to leadership programmes
• A vibrant, friendly culture with regular social events, clubs, and a modern office in EC1, London.

Equal opportunities

Bolt Burdon Kemp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.