Talent Acquisition Associate - 6 Month FTC

Smith & Nephew; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical technology company in York and North Yorkshire is offering a 6-month fixed-term contract in Talent Acquisition. The role involves managing recruitment processes, UK right-to-work checks, and coordinating interviews while ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organised, with strong communication skills and an understanding of recruitment principles. The company provides a hybrid work model, a generous bonus, and numerous employee perks, including wellbeing support and training opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual bonus

Hybrid working model

Private health and dental plans

Paid volunteering hours

Discounts on gyms and fitness clubs

Qualifications

• Proactive and organised with confidence in communication.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage UK right-to-work checks and coordinate interviews.
• Engage with candidates and support hiring managers.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of recruitment principles

Adaptability

Job description

Life. Unlimited.

At Smith+ Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Are you looking to start your career in Talent Acquisition and gain hands‑on experience in recruitment? This 6‑month fixed‑term contract is the perfect opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in a global organisation that values inclusion, innovation, and development.

What will you be doing?

You’ll be at the heart of our recruitment process, ensuring everything runs smoothly and compliantly. From managing UK right‑to‑work checks to coordinating interviews and engaging with candidates, you’ll make sure every step feels professional and positive. Working closely with Talent Acquisition Specialists and hiring managers, you’ll help shortlist candidates, support assessments, and keep everything organised in our applicant tracking system. Every day will bring variety, collaboration, and the chance to make a real impact.

What will you need to be successful?

Success in this role means being proactive, organised, and confident in communication. You’ll thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy working with different stakeholders.

Here’s what will help you shine

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail to manage compliance and administration effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage candidates and support hiring managers
• A good understanding of recruitment principles or experience in HR support within a matrix organisation
• Adaptability and a positive approach to working in a dynamic, high‑pressure environment

You. Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our Strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve.

• Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (www.smith-nephew.com)
• Your Future: Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!
• Your Wellbeing: Private Health and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.
• Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
• Training: Hands‑On, Team‑Customised, Mentorship.
• Extra Perks: Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts.

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