Talent Acquisition Specialist

Operam Education Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm based in Manchester seeks a Group Talent Acquisition Specialist to actively source, attract, and hire recruitment professionals. In this role, you will manage the full recruitment cycle, ensuring a positive candidate experience. You will also develop talent pipelines to meet recruitment needs while collaborating with hiring managers. Strong relationship-building skills and a proven track record in recruitment are essential. Join a team that values diversity and excellence in recruitment practice.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering recruitment results, gained through either agency or internal recruitment experience.
• Demonstrable success in sourcing and hiring recruitment talent.
• Knowledge of recruitment market trends and sourcing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle including outreach, screening, and interview coordination.
• Develop a proactive talent pipeline to meet recruitment needs.
• Work closely with hiring managers to understand business and role requirements.
• Provide market insights to support recruitment strategies.
• Deliver a professional candidate experience throughout the process.
• Maintain strong networks with recruitment professionals.

Skills

Recruitment results delivery

Strong relationship-building

Commercial mindset

Proactivity and self-motivation

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Group Talent Acquisition Specialist

Reports To: Group Talent Acquisition Manager

Location: Manchester City Centre, Office Based

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Operam Education Group is in an exciting phase of organic growth and were just getting started.

As an award-winning recruitment business focused on organic growth, we were expanding our desks, strengthening our specialisms, and investing in the people who drive our success.

Our teams are growing across all branches, creating opportunities for ambitious recruiters who thrive in a fast-paced environment, want clear progression, and value being supported by strong leadership, infrastructure, and support.

This is where you will add real value

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play an active, hands‑on role in sourcing, attracting, and hiring recruitment professionals to support the growth and talent needs across our group portfolio. You will be responsible for continuously identifying and engaging candidates through multiple channels including direct sourcing, networking, and proactive headhunting to ensure a strong pipeline for both current and future recruitment vacancies.

This is a delivery‑focused role where you will manage the full recruitment cycle, from initial outreach and screening to interview coordination and offer management. Working closely with the Group Talent Acquisition Manager, you will execute recruitment strategies, provide real‑time market insights, and contribute to workforce planning, onboarding, and retention initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Talent Sourcing & Headhunting: Identify, approach, and engage top recruitment talent, building strong relationships with active and passive candidates.
• Pipeline Development: Maintain a proactive talent pipeline to meet current and future recruitment needs across the group portfolio.
• Internal Stakeholder Partnership: Work closely with hiring managers and the Group Talent Acquisition Manager to understand business needs, workforce plans, and role requirements.
• Recruitment Strategy Support: Provide market insights, candidate intelligence, and recommendations to support recruitment strategy and employer branding initiatives.
• Candidate Experience: Deliver a positive, professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Market Networking: Build and maintain strong networks with recruitment professionals through events, industry forums, and other channels.
• Recruitment Metrics & Reporting: Track and report on pipeline health, recruitment activity, and outcomes to support workforce planning.
• Onboarding Support: Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure a smooth and engaging onboarding experience for new recruitment hires.
• Branch Travel: Occasional travel to branch locations will be required. While having access to a car and a full driving licence is preferred, it is not a mandatory requirement.

Skills & Competencies

• Proven experience in delivering recruitment results, gained through permanent 360 / agency or internal / Rec2Rec recruitment experience.
• Strong relationship‑building and networking skills.
• Commercial mindset and ability to understand business needs.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and highly organized.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a broader recruitment strategy.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable success in sourcing and hiring recruitment talent.
• Experience in building and managing talent pipelines.
• Knowledge of recruitment market trends, candidate sourcing techniques, and recruitment tools / ATS systems.

Click apply, and if your experience aligns, our Group Talent Acquisition Manager will be in touch to learn more about your career ambitions and share how joining Operam Education Group could be the next step for you.

As a proud member of Inclusive Employers, we are committed to creating a diverse, welcoming, and equitable workplace. We believe in providing a fair and transparent recruitment process, where every candidate is assessed solely on their skills, experience, and potential.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process or at any stage of the interview, please let us know. We are committed to making the necessary accommodations to support you fully.

Please note that all successful candidates will be required to provide proof of their right to work in the UK before commencing employment.