Talent Acquisition Business Partner

FyrFly Venture Partners; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Birthday time off

Volunteering leave

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance program

Enhanced parental leave

Free eye tests

Group income protection

Pension scheme

Exclusive discounts with bYond card

Office group activities

Support for physical and mental health

Recognition program: Flyers

Job summary

Blackhawk Network is seeking a Talent Acquisition Business Partner to support non-technical recruiting for the EMEA team. This is a fixed-term contract up to one year to cover maternity leave, in a hybrid role requiring attendance at the Hemel Hempstead office on Mondays and Wednesdays.

The role involves managing full-cycle recruiting, vendor partnerships, and developing innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent while aligning with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing and closing candidates.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems; iCIMS experience a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, analytical and able to handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage full cycle recruiting process for candidates, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience.
• Manage partnerships with recruiting vendors.
• Drive the entire recruiting process from source to hire and onboarding.
• Develop proactive recruitment strategies to meet business needs.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations and company policies.

Skills

Full cycle recruiting

iCIMS experience

Excellent communication

Detail-oriented

MS Office

Multitasking

Judgement and discretion

Independent working

Self-motivated

Sense of humor

Education

Bachelor’s Degree, preferred

Tools

iCIMS

Job description

Talent Acquisition Business Partner

About Blackhawk Network:

Today, through BHN’s single global platform, businesses of all kinds can tap into the world’s largest network of branded payment solutions. BHN helps businesses grow revenue, increase loyalty, motivate and reward their teams, disburse funds and engage consumers. Branded payment solutions include the issuance and distribution of gift cards, egifts, corporate payouts and rewards, along with the technology to deliver these products in seamless, integrated ways. BHN’s network spans the globe with more than 400,000 consumer touchpoints. Learn more at BHN.com.

ID 2026-26883

Category Human Resources

Position Type Full Time

Location UK-Hertfordshire-Hemel Hempstead

Overview:

The Talent Acquisition Business Partner (TABP) will primarily focus on supporting non-technical recruiting efforts for our EMEA team. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of recruiting, has an entrepreneurial spirit, and strong track record of success! A sourcing ninja who partners well with hiring managers and excellent communication/follow through skills with candidates is a must! Able to partner with all levels of the organization and lead the hiring process that enables Blackhawk to identify and hire the best talent in the industry. Promote a strong company-wide recruiting culture, drive best practices for interviewing, selection and hiring.

This is a fixed term contract for up to one year to cover maternity leave. This role is a hybrid role requiring the candidate to go into our Apsley, Hemel Hempstead office with links close to Apsley Train station and the M1 on Monday and Wednesday's.

Responsibilities:

• Manage full cycle recruiting process for candidates, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience
• Manage the partnerships with our recruiting vendors
• Drive the entire recruiting process from start to finish: source, qualify, coordinate interviews, feedback, and consult candidates and managers
• Identify potential candidates through web sourcing, networking, leveraging employee referrals, candidate referrals and other creative ways to fill the candidate pipeline
• Understand competitive landscape and partner with Talent and/or Director of HR to increase effectiveness of recruitment efforts and branding strategies.
• Responsible for the ATS and internal/external job postings
• Partners and meets with hiring managers to analyze and understand position needs and duties
• Develop innovative, creative and proactive recruitment strategies to meet the business needs of Hiring Managers
• Ensures recruiting and employment activities follow government regulations and Company policies
• Responsible for ATS candidate documentation and tracking for department metrics
• Proactively source and network with candidates, facilitate interview pre-screen, and present qualified candidates to hiring managers timely
• Partner with hiring managers and candidates throughout recruitment process
• Assist managers with pre-employment and onboarding process
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Prefer 2-3 plus years’ experience in full cycle recruiting
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems; iCIMS experience a plus
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Detail-oriented, consistent, organized, and analytical
• MS Office suite skills
• Ability to use good judgment and discretion
• Able to multi-task under pressure in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong work ethic, integrity and possess a dedication to results
• Ability to manage through change, work independently with little supervision
• Self-motivated, positive and flexible outlook
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred
• Sense of humor a must

We seek candidates who not only demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in emerging technologies but have also successfully implemented and utilized AI tools to enhance their work, improve processes, or deliver measurable results. Our teams embrace continuous learning and the thoughtful integration of AI to create meaningful impact – for our employees and the future of work.

Benefits:

• Work-Life Balance: 25 days annual leave, birthday time off, and volunteering leave.
• Health & Well-being: Private medical insurance, employee assistance program, enhanced parental leave, and free eye tests.
• Financial Rewards: Group income protection, pension scheme, and exclusive discounts with our bYond card.
• Flexibility & Engagement: Office group activities and support for physical and mental health.
• Recognition: Participate in Flyers, our leading recognition program with financial rewards.
• Hybrid: Typically 2 days per week in the office. We’re open to flexible working arrangements and will consider reasonable adjustments in line with individual needs.

Candidate Journey at BHN:

• Stage 1: Shortlisting of suitable candidates
• Stage 2: Screening Call
• Stage 3: Interview(s) with Hiring Manager(s)
• Stage 4: Feedback/Hired

Blackhawk Network is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.