Talent Acquisition Manager

Foot Anstey; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Enhanced parental leave

Private healthcare

Flexible working

Benefits overview

Job summary

Foot Anstey is seeking a Talent Acquisition Manager to lead the People & Talent function, partnering with Practice Groups and Business Services across Bristol, Plymouth and Exeter.

You will drive the TA strategy, ensure an exceptional candidate experience and build strong external relationships while focusing on direct sourcing and employer branding.

Qualifications

• Proven experience recruiting experienced legal professionals within the legal sector.
• People management experience or clear leadership potential.
• Commercially minded with confidence engaging senior stakeholders on resourcing and budgets.
• Strong project management and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with candidates, hiring managers and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of recruiters across multiple office locations.
• Drive talent acquisition strategy and operational excellence across the firm.
• Build a proactive recruitment model, partnering with leaders to identify future hiring needs, develop talent pipelines and strengthen direct sourcing activity.
• Deliver an outstanding candidate experience and promote a compelling employer brand.
• Own recruitment reporting and hiring metrics, using insight to drive continuous improvement.
• Maximise direct recruitment while maintaining effective relationships with key agency partners.
• Partner with the Communications team to develop and deliver targeted recruitment campaigns across multiple channels.
• Analyse campaign performance and use data to optimise attraction and sourcing strategies.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Data-driven recruitment

Candidate experience

Employer branding

Recruitment analytics

Direct sourcing

Project management

Job description

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Manager (internal applications only)We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together.Being refreshingly human starts with how we hire. We believe a diverse mix of perspectives makes us stronger - not just as a business, but in creating a culture where we all feel we truly belong and can thrive. That’s why we’re committed to removing barriers and creating fair opportunities for everyone.Please note: we are currently only accepting internal applications for this role ________________________________________

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The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Talent Acquisition Manager
• Team: Human Resources
• Location: Bristol/ Plymouth/ Exeter
• Working Pattern: Full time
• Why this role matters: This role is central to delivering the firm’s growth ambitions by attracting, engaging and securing exceptional talent in a competitive market
• Closing date: 17th November

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What you’ll do

Through strategic workforce planning, strong stakeholder relationships and data-driven recruitment, you’ll directly support the firm’s people strategy and business objectives. This is a true player-coach role, balancing leadership of the Talent Acquisition team with hands-on delivery of key hires and strategic recruitment initiatives across both Practice Groups and Business Services.

In this role, you’ll:

• Lead and develop a team of recruiters across multiple office locations.
• Drive talent acquisition strategy and operational excellence across the firm.
• Build a proactive recruitment model, partnering with leaders to identify future hiring needs, develop talent pipelines and strengthen direct sourcing activity.
• Deliver an outstanding candidate experience and promote a compelling employer brand.
• Own recruitment reporting and hiring metrics, using insight to drive continuous improvement.
• Maximise direct recruitment while maintaining effective relationships with key agency partners.
• Partner with the Communications team to develop and deliver targeted recruitment campaigns across multiple channels.
• Analyse campaign performance and use data to optimise attraction and sourcing strategies.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and improvement.

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What we’re looking for

• Proven experience recruiting experienced legal professionals within the legal sector.
• Previous people management experience, or a clear ambition to develop leadership capability.
• Commercially minded, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders on both resourcing and budget considerations.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver at pace.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with candidates, hiring managers and external partners.

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What if I don’t tick every box?

We’re not box tickers. We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth.If you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective, we’d love to hear from you. If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training - whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

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Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
• An open, flexible working environment.
• Find out more about our benefits and work environment here

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.