Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Howden; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Business Partner to join their team in London. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for delivering end-to-end recruitment solutions, ensuring diversity and strategic capability for future growth. This opportunity is perfect for someone eager to make a significant impact while fostering a collaborative and innovative culture. With a focus on embedding a centralized recruitment model and enhancing the recruitment brand, you will work closely with senior stakeholders and the wider HR team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about talent acquisition, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruiting for various roles.
• Experience with Workday ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for client groups.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance recruitment branding.
• Proactively source talent and promote inclusive hiring.

Skills

Recruitment Experience

Workday Recruiting

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Commercial Awareness

Attention to Detail

Tools

Workday ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Who are we?

Howden is a global collective of talented and passionate individuals, united by a no-limits mindset and a strong culture that sets us apart. With 18,000 employees across over 100 countries, we thrive on collaboration and diversity.

People join Howden for various reasons, but they stay because of our unique culture. We prioritize work/life balance, career growth, sustainability, and volunteering, fostering a community of like-minded changemakers.

At Howden Group, we are transforming our recruitment services. In this newly created role as a Talent Acquisition Business Partner, you can significantly impact our organization.

As part of the talent acquisition team, you will deliver end-to-end recruitment solutions to attract top talent, ensuring diversity and strategic capability for future growth. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone eager to make a difference, grow, and develop within a fast-paced, transformational environment.

Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Lead for Group Functions and Enterprise Divisions, you will be integral to embedding and promoting our recruitment model internationally. The ideal candidate will have experience implementing structured recruitment practices both in the UK and globally, and be adept at hiring in dynamic, entrepreneurial settings. You will collaborate with the wider TA team and HR to support strategic HR initiatives.

Key Accountabilities

1. Embed the centralized recruitment model across Group Functions and Divisions.
2. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance the recruitment brand and engage managers at all levels.
3. Lead strategic Talent Acquisition initiatives aligned with the HR plan to drive business growth and high performance.
4. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for assigned client groups.
5. Act as an employer brand ambassador, ensuring a first-class candidate experience.
6. Work closely with HR and managers to understand resourcing needs.
7. Proactively source talent using various channels.
8. Develop and refine assessment tools as needed.
9. Provide best practice advice, lead interviews, and promote inclusive hiring.
10. Generate reports on recruitment metrics, including D&I features.
11. Coach hiring managers to improve interview and assessment skills.

• Advocate for diverse talent sourcing and hiring practices.
• Maintain the Workday ATS for accurate reporting.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in recruiting for current and future roles.
• Experience with Workday Recruiting or similar ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, and stakeholder management.
• Strategic thinking beyond daily operations.
• Collaborative, driven, and positive attitude.
• Commercial awareness and stakeholder understanding.
• Adaptability and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and attention to detail.
• Interest or experience in financial services/insurance is a plus.

This role is for a fixed term of 18 months.

What do we offer in return?

A career you define. We value diversity and seek individuals sharing our core values:

• Innovation and courage to try new approaches.
• Supportive environment for everyday and big challenges.
• Making a positive impact at work and beyond.

Reasonable adjustments

We are committed to providing accommodations to meet your needs, including flexible hours or hybrid working where possible. If you’re interested but unsure about fit or adjustments, apply anyway. We will contact you to discuss support options.

*Note: Not all roles can accommodate flexible hours or locations. Contact your Recruitment Partner for details.