Talent Acquisition Lead

hedgehog lab is a globally renowned digital product consultancy with two decades of experience and a reputation as true masters of our craft. Proudly operating from the heart of Northern England, we are on a mission to digitally craft a better world by delivering transformative solutions that align seamlessly with strategic visions.

Our culture thrives on turning constraints into catalysts for innovation, empowering our team to unleash their full potential and deliver unparalleled value to our clients. Beyond our award-winning work, we're also known for our Flexa-certified company culture.

We're looking for a passionate Talent Acquisition Lead who thrives in an environment where expertise, curiosity, and impact converge. If you're ready to help shape the future and create digital products that leave a lasting legacy, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

Our Mission:

Aims

Your Mission:

• Balance speed with quality, delivering hires efficiently without compromising on candidate experience or culture fit.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate and employee experience.
• Embed a consistent, values-aligned, and effective hiring process.
• Support leaders to grow high-performing, diverse, and engaged teams.
• Champion our employer brand and enhance visibility in target markets.

Measure Of Success

• Reduction in time to hire across all roles.
• Maintenance of a high offer acceptance rate.
• Decrease in agency reliance and contractor spend by building a robust talent pipeline for priority roles and future growth.
• High candidate and hiring manager satisfaction scores throughout the recruitment and onboarding journey.

Day To Day

• Lead our end-to-end hiring processes, working closely with hiring managers and the Talent team to deliver high-quality hires at pace.
• Forecast workforce needs and build proactive hiring plans in partnership with hiring managers and the operations team.
• Drive high-volume, multi-role hiring campaigns in collaboration with hiring managers and the wider operations team, ensuring speed, rigor, and candidate experience remain top priorities.
• Design and implement scalable tools, systems, and processes that support our people strategy.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all aspects of talent attraction and development.
• Lead on employer branding and recruitment marketing in collaboration with marketing and leadership teams.
• Build future pipelines through early careers hiring, internships, and strategic partnerships.
• Manage, support, and develop the Talent Acquisition team, fostering alignment, performance, and continuous improvement.

Growth/Development Opportunities

• Shape and lead the evolution of the talent function at a growing, mission-led consultancy.
• Contribute to strategic people initiatives across leadership, development, and global alignment.
• Gain exposure to cross-functional business priorities and play a critical role in our growth journey.

About You

• You have significant experience (5+ years) in talent acquisition within the technology sector and preferably in a consultancy environment.
• You've successfully led or managed a talent acquisition team, and know how to support and develop others.
• You have a track record of designing and delivering effective, inclusive recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Commercially astute, data-driven, and focused on impact.
• A natural relationship builder and an exceptional communicator.
• Passionate about people, culture, and inclusion.
• Adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Note: Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often refrain from applying to positions unless they meet all the specified criteria. If you believe you possess the necessary qualities for this role but do not fulfill every requirement, don't hesitate to apply. We actively encourage you to showcase your skills and what you can contribute.

Our Interview Process

Stage 1: Introductory chat with a member of our Head of People (30 minutes)

Stage 2: Culture interview with members of the People team (45 minutes)

Stage 3: Short task presentation and final skills-based interview with Head of People (60 minutes)

Why hedgehog lab?

• Rated #1 in the UK on Clutch for mobile development.
• Our People are our greatest asset, and we are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work, as rated by 93% of our business.
• We're a fully Flexified Employer, certified by Flexa. We work with our employees to establish a flexible working model that benefits both parties.
• Check out our Glassdoor reviews!
• Inclusive environment. We never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, genetics, disability, or age. We support neurodiversity, menopausal support, and continue fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can be authentic.

What We Offer

• 36 days paid holidays (UK), including bank holidays.
• Flexible working environment supporting remote and in-office work.
• Enhanced parental policies.
• Transparent, collaborative company culture.
• Annual learning & development budget and 4 days L&D leave, renewed yearly.
• Annual wellbeing budget and 2 paid wellbeing days.
• Free therapy sessions with Spill Ment.
• Financial wellbeing services through Bippit.
• Bupa health plan (UK).
• One volunteering day per year.
• Monthly socials and cultural celebrations.

Additional Benefits

Cycle-to-Work scheme (UK)

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe diversity is key to innovation. We encourage underrepresented groups to apply. We are a family-friendly employer with a culture of trust, autonomy, and flexibility. We continuously seek feedback to improve our environment. If you need adjustments for application or interview, please let us know.

For questions about this role or future opportunities, please contact us.