Talent Acquisition Lead

Intertek; Manchester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global quality assurance firm is seeking a Talent Acquisition Lead to manage a team and drive recruitment strategies across the UK. This role requires a strong leader with a background in talent acquisition, capable of building relationships with stakeholders and promoting the employer brand. You will mentor your team, ensure compliance with GDPR, and engage with diverse recruitment strategies to attract the best talent. Join us to thrive in a dynamic environment that values diversity and personal growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in an in-house talent acquisition team and agency.
• Ability to manage a team effectively.
• Strong understanding of market/industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of three Talent Partners.
• Drive success and mentor team progress.
• Attract and headhunt the best talent.
• Build strategic partnerships with hiring managers.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder relationship building

Excellent communication skills

Talent acquisition

GDPR knowledge

Job description

Description

ABOUT YOU

• You will work very closely with the UK Head of Talent Acquisition to drive innovation and identify continued improvement strategies best practice and mitigate risk to the company brand as an employer of choice.
• Previous working experience in working in an in‑house TA team and agency
• A wealth of experience leading and driving successful teams
• Able to build successful relations for stakeholders and drive best practice
• Lead and consult business on best approach on filling vacancies
• Build strong relations with suppliers and build reputation
• Demonstrate an understanding of market / industry trends and their related effect on talent acquisition
• Have a strong understanding of GDPR Unconscious bias and discrimination to mitigate risk
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A strong team player

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Responsibilities of the role

• Manage a team of three Talent Partners to ensure continued delivery and high-quality service
• Drive success and mentor individuals progress and yearly goals / KPIs agreed
• Attracting and head hunting the best talent via multiple sources
• Assess and review candidates for specific skill requirements and cultural fit
• Approach all recruitment activities with a strong focus on GDPR and employment law to mitigate risk
• Develop strategic partnerships with hiring managers and the HR Business Partnering team to understand the business needs and deliver tailored solutions
• Promote the company brand as an employer of choice via social media and attending events in person
• Travel across the UK business lines when required to build relationships and maintain a strong presence
• Lead by example by driving own talent pipelines campaigns and working to KPIs

WHAT WE OFFER

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision pace and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better ensuring the quality safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

• Competitive salary / benefits
• Development and career opportunities around the Globe
• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race colour religion sex or national origin.

We do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies please do not reach out to the Hiring Managers directly.