Talent Acquisition Senior Manager – UK & Ireland

Applicable Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NTT DATA as a Talent Acquisition Senior Manager for UK & Ireland, where you'll shape the future of our workforce. This pivotal role involves partnering with leaders to drive talent strategy, enhance diversity in hiring, and manage a high-performing recruitment team in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading Talent Acquisition teams.
• Strong track record with executive stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of UK&I talent market.

Responsibilities

• Guide on talent acquisition strategy aligning with business goals.
• Lead and mentor the talent acquisition team.
• Champion inclusive hiring and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Thinking

Inclusive Hiring Practices

Talent Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA
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Talent Acquisition Senior Manager – UK & Ireland

Location: London, UK – Hybrid working

Overview

As theTalent Acquisition Senior Manager for UK & Ireland, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our workforce. You will partner closely with business leaders and resource planning teams to forecast hiring needs, proactively build talent pipelines, and ensure we attract and retain top-tier talent. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring strong people management skills, excellent stakeholder engagement, strategic thinking, and a passion for inclusive hiring

Key Responsibilities

• Guide on talent acquisition strategy in alignment with the organisation's overall business goals in the UK&I. This includes identifying talent needs, creating recruitment plans, and executing effective hiring strategies.

• Lead, manage and coach the UK&I talent acquisition team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure recruitment goals are met efficiently and effectively.

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior and executive leaders, providing insights, market intelligence, and strategic guidance on talent acquisition.

• Champion inclusive hiring practices and ensure diversity is embedded in every stage of the recruitment process.

• Drive operational efficiency and consistency across the recruitment lifecycle, leveraging data and technology to optimise performance.

• Implement candidate assessment methods and interview techniques to evaluate candidates' qualifications, skills, and cultural fit with the organisation.

• Manage candidate sourcing efforts using various channels, such as job boards, social media, networking, and AI enabled talent tools, to ensure we are attracting a diverse pool of qualified candidates.

• Utilise talent analytics and recruitment metrics to track and measure the effectiveness of talent acquisition efforts, providing data-driven insights to make informed decisions.

• Ensures compliance with employment laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines throughout the recruitment process.

• Represent NTT DATA as an employer of choice in the UK&I market, enhancing our visibility and reputation through events, partnerships, and digital presence.

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• Proven experience in leading Talent Acquisition teams within a complex, matrixed organisation.

• Strong track record of partnering with executive stakeholders and influencing at a senior level.

• Deep understanding of the UK&I talent market and recruitment best practices.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring.

• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team development skills.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business needs into actionable talent strategies.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey talent acquisition strategies and results to stakeholders.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, hiring managers, and external partners.

• Ability to utilise talent analytics and recruitment metrics to measure the effectiveness of talent acquisition efforts and make data-driven decisions.

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the field of Human Resources, Business or related field.

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

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NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.