Talent Acquisition Specialist

Lanes Infrastructure; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to enhance their recruitment efforts within the Utility Division. This role involves full-cycle recruitment, from conducting interviews to managing candidate communications, ensuring alignment with company policies. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers professional development opportunities, all while contributing to a positive workplace environment. If you're passionate about recruitment and ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

24 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Health Cash Plan

Onsite Parking

Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume recruitment and talent acquisition is essential.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are crucial for success.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews and manage candidate communications effectively.
• Maintain recruitment documentation and ensure GDPR compliance.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and manage recruitment systems.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Multitasking

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

Experience as Talent Acquisition Specialist

Experience with Recruitment Agencies

Industry Experience in Utilities or Retail

Job description

At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety, and well-being of our people and customers. We are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner, with a turnover exceeding £530 million (EBITDA £45m), over 4,000 employees, and a nationwide network of operational locations. Our services primarily serve the FTSE 100 & 250 companies.

Strong leadership is at our core, supporting our people to ensure engagement, recognition, and operational excellence. We aim to be a leading entity known for quality, compliance, and delivering on our promises.

We operate 24/7, requiring flexible hours, including weekends and participation in an on-call rota. Full training, PPE, and company equipment will be provided to ensure all staff are competent and confident in their roles, regardless of background or experience.

Reporting to the Head of People, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will develop and execute strategic recruitment aligned with the Logistics Management Contract, ensuring business needs are met and company policies are followed. The role involves full-cycle recruitment and maintaining a talent pool for succession planning.

Position Details

• Location: Guildford Office (in-office role only); travel to depots in Tonbridge, Millbrook, Fairlee, Crawley, and Colnbrook as needed.
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours (start times flexible)
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience
• Benefits: 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, health cash plan, onsite parking, auto-enrolment pension scheme

About The Role

We seek customer-focused individuals to join our Utility Division, working on our Logistics Management Contract to provide effective recruitment solutions.

• Arrange and conduct interviews and assessment centers.
• Manage candidate communications and scheduling.
• Post and update job adverts, adjust descriptions, and manage headcount changes.
• Search job boards for potential candidates.
• Verify applicant eligibility, conduct driver and background checks.
• Prepare induction paperwork and reference checks.
• Maintain recruitment documentation, including GDPR compliance.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and partner with external entities like Southern Water.
• Collaborate on campaigns to attract applicants.
• Attend meetings to understand recruitment needs.
• Manage recruitment systems and data reporting.
• Train managers and staff on interview techniques.
• Conduct exit interviews and market research.
• Stay updated on UK employment law and market trends.
• Act as the main contact for recruitment issues across the network.
• Handle ad hoc recruitment tasks and projects.

If you enjoy working in a dynamic team and providing expert recruitment support, we offer professional development and career progression opportunities. We value proactive, professional work, quick issue assessment, and practical solutions to support a positive workplace environment.

About You

The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and attention to detail are essential. Flexibility and adaptability are key traits.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience as a talent acquisition specialist, recruitment consultant, or similar role is essential.
• Experience with recruitment agencies and high-volume recruitment is advantageous.
• Industry experience in drainage, utilities, or retail is beneficial.
• A full UK driver’s license is required.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and underrepresented groups. Lanes Group is a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' by Mindful Employer.