Talent Acquisition Partner

Somerset Bridge Group; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Discretionary annual bonus

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Healthcare cash plan

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

A progressive recruitment firm in Bristol is seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner for a 10-month contract with flexible hours. The role involves managing the hiring process, mentoring junior staff, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have in-house recruitment experience and excellent communication skills. The position offers hybrid working, generous leave, and various benefits including a pension scheme and discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience hiring a variety of skillsets.
• Experience coaching and mentoring other Talent Acquisition professionals.
• Ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth candidate screening calls.
• Build talent pools using various sourcing methods.
• Prepare and present insights for hard-to-fill roles.
• Manage a fair and transparent hiring process.
• Onboard successful applicants.
• Create engaging adverts on job boards and social media.

Skills

In-house recruitment experience

Coaching and mentoring skills

Head-hunting using LinkedIn

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Project delivery experience

Organisational skills

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

Join to apply for the Talent Acquisition Partner role at Somerset Bridge Group

This is a minimum 10 Month Fixed Term Contract with possibility of extension – maternity cover, 16 to 20 hours per week.

Application Deadline: 23 September 2025

Department: [SBSS] Talent Acquisition

Location: Bristol

Overview

This is a part-time Talent Acquisition Partner role. You will play a pivotal role in managing the entire hiring process, deputise for the Senior Talent Acquisition Partner when required, and support the delivery of key projects. You will mentor the Talent Acquisition Advisor to support development. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver outstanding service to both candidates and stakeholders.

What you'll be responsible for

• Hiring: Conduct in-depth candidate screening calls to assess suitability and ensure a positive first impression of the business.
• Proactively headhunt & build talent pools using LinkedIn and other sourcing methods.
• Prepare and present insights and recommendations for hard-to-fill roles.
• Manage a fair and transparent internal and external hiring process to support a diverse workforce.
• Onboard successful applicants, including creating/sending contracts, new starter documentation, and references.
• Create and place engaging adverts on job boards, social media, our intranet, and website.
• Coordinate with hiring managers, candidates, and third parties to arrange interviews and assessment days.
• Support graduate hiring, including planning, scheduling, sourcing, university partnerships, and assessment centres.
• Support the Senior Talent Acquisition Partner on continuous improvement recruitment projects.

Stakeholder & Branding

• Act as a brand ambassador, delivering an excellent candidate experience from application to onboarding.
• Be the go-to hiring partner for stakeholders within your remit, understanding their needs and how to attract talent.
• Design and deliver regular hiring manager training to keep them updated on processes and market changes.

Reporting

• Maintain reports for DEI and KPIs, providing insights on areas for improvement.

What you'll need

• In-house recruitment experience hiring a variety of skillsets.
• Experience coaching and mentoring other Talent Acquisition professionals.
• Skilled head-hunter using LinkedIn and other sourcing routes to proactively source talent.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience using and improving Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and hiring processes.
• Analytical skills to run reports and turn data into insights.
• Project delivery experience and ability to implement small changes through systems and processes.
• Collaborative team player with strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.

Our Benefits

• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave, rising with service, plus bank holidays
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Pension scheme – 5% employee, 6% employer
• Flexible working – applications welcome for fewer than advertised hours
• Flexi-time
• Healthcare cash plan
• Life assurance – 4x salary
• Cycle to work scheme and other employee discounts