Talent Acquisition Specialist

Appointments Personnel; Sandford Hill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Internal Talent Acquisition Specialist in Stoke-on-Trent to lead the internal recruitment strategy. You will manage recruitment processes, create strategic hiring plans, and develop a strong talent pipeline while ensuring compliance with employment law. The ideal candidate will have proven recruitment experience and strong communication skills, with benefits like training, wellbeing support, and discount access to brands.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Wellbeing support

Pension plan

25 days holiday

Involvement in charity initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruitment, ideally with sales roles.
• Ability to design tailored recruitment campaigns.
• Confident using ATS systems and sourcing tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes across all departments.
• Create and deliver strategic hiring plans.
• Source candidates through various channels.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Organized

ATS proficiency

Job description

Are you a passionate recruiter with a flair for finding top talent and making impactful hires? We’re supporting a growing business in Stoke-on-Trent who are looking to bring on board an experienced Internal Talent Acquisition Specialist to take charge of their internal recruitment strategy.

You’ll play a key part in shaping how they attract and secure talent, working closely with leadership and department heads to create a seamless and efficient hiring process.

What you’ll be doing:

Managing end-to-end recruitment processes across all departments
Creating and delivering strategic hiring plans to meet current and future business needs
Sourcing candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, and networks
Partnering with internal teams to support hiring decisions and recruitment best practice
Tracking recruitment performance and using data to improve outcomes
Developing a strong talent pipeline to support growth
Ensuring all recruitment activities align with employment law and internal policies
What we’re looking for:

Proven experience in recruitment – ideally with exposure to sales roles
Strategic thinking and the ability to design tailored recruitment campaigns
Strong communication and influencing skills
Organised, proactive and comfortable working at pace
Confident using ATS systems and sourcing tools
Bonus points if you’ve worked in a scaling business or have experience improving candidate experience/employer brand
What’s in it for you?

Ongoing Training – develop your skills with supported learning
Supportive Culture – collaborative, respectful, and inclusive
Free Wellbeing Support – confidential therapy sessions available
Access to Perkbox – discounts with high-street brands
Pension Plan – helping you plan for the future
25 Days Holiday plus additional days for long service
Involvement in Local Charity Initiatives
If you're a confident, strategic recruiter ready to make a real impact in a business going places, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for a friendly, confidential chat about the role.

Talent Acquisition Specialist - Stoke on Trent - HR and Recruitment

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