Talent acquisition associate in alternative investments

Man Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Man Group is seeking a Talent Acquisition Associate to support the recruiting team and gain hands-on experience in the recruitment lifecycle. You will learn sourcing, screening, and candidate engagement while gradually taking on more responsibility.

In this 24-month fixed-term role with flexible working arrangements, you will partner with senior team members, write job descriptions, conduct outreach, and help build a diverse candidate pipeline using ATS like Greenhouse.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of talent acquisition experience; eager to learn.
• Familiar with MS Office; willing to learn ATS and sourcing platforms.
• Able to manage multiple tasks with guided prioritization.
• Strong written and verbal communication; professional demeanor.
• Growth mindset; proactive and self-starting.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior TA to understand hiring needs and strategies.
• Shadow team to learn sourcing, screening, and candidate engagement.
• Assist in writing and posting inclusive job descriptions.
• Conduct initial candidate outreach via LinkedIn and job boards.
• Build a pipeline for junior roles and learn sourcing tools.
• Assist in scheduling interviews and providing status updates.
• Learn to use ATS (Greenhouse) and maintain data quality.
• Support reporting by pulling basic ATS reports.
• Embed DEI principles into sourcing and evaluation.

Skills

Talent acquisition basics

MS Office

ATS & sourcing platforms

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Greenhouse

Job description

Описание:

As a Talent Acquisition Associate, you are beginning your career in talent acquisition, supporting the team in delivering high-quality hiring solutions while learning the fundamentals of the process. This role is designed to provide hands‑on experience and development opportunities, allowing you to gradually take on more responsibilities and grow into a well-rounded Talent Acquisition professional.

Задачи:

• Partner with Senior Talent Acquisition team members to understand hiring needs and recruitment strategies.
• Shadow team members to learn how to source, screen, and engage with candidates effectively.
• Assist in writing and posting job descriptions under supervision, ensuring they are inclusive and engaging.
• Conduct initial outreach to candidates via platforms like LinkedIn or job boards, learning how to represent the organization professionally.
• Begin building a pipeline of candidates for junior-level roles by learning sourcing techniques and tools.
• Conduct basic CV reviews and flag potential matches for open roles to senior team members.
• Support candidate communication by scheduling interviews, sending confirmations, and providing status updates.
• Work closely with hiring managers, under the guidance of senior team members, to understand role requirements and job expectations.
• Begin participating in intake meetings with managers to observe and learn how to define hiring needs effectively.
• Learn to use applicant tracking systems (ATS), such as Greenhouse, to track candidates, update data, and manage workflows.
• Support reporting needs by maintaining accurate data in the ATS and learning to pull basic reports for the team.
• Learn and adopt best practices for embedding DE&I principles into sourcing and candidate evaluation.
• Assist in sourcing diverse talent under the guidance of senior team members.
• Focus on direct sourcing and internal talent pools to minimize reliance on external recruitment agencies.
• Assist in monitoring agency usage and costs to align with the team’s cost-effectiveness goals.

Требования:

• 0-2 years of talent acquisition experience; ideally as a coordinator/junior recruiter, with a strong willingness to learn and develop.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook) and a willingness to learn applicant tracking systems and sourcing platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively with guidance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
• Commitment to accuracy in entering candidate data, scheduling, and communications.
• A self-starter with a curious and growth-oriented attitude, eager to take initiative and learn.

Условия:

Please note, this role is 24-month fixed term contract. You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance.