Talent Acquisition Specialist

Amber Labs; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Company pension plan

25 days annual leave

Access to Perkbox

Referral program

Job summary

A technology consultancy is seeking a Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist to recruit top-tier talent across a range of technical roles. The ideal candidate will have experience in technical resourcing, a strong understanding of AI and cloud technologies, and the ability to engage candidates with security clearances. This role is full-time and offers a dynamic, growth-oriented environment with competitive benefits, including medical insurance and a pension plan. Join a collaborative and innovative team focused on delivering excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Technical Talent Acquisition is essential.
• Strong understanding of AI, Software Development, and Cloud technologies.
• Experience within the public sector or with security clearance is highly regarded.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and recruit candidates for various technical roles.
• Identify and engage professionals with security clearances.
• Conduct candidate screenings to assess fit and alignment.
• Partner with hiring managers to tailor recruitment strategies.
• Maintain a pipeline of high-quality candidates.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and recruitment best practices

Skills

Technical Resourcing

AI expertise

Software Development

Cloud technologies (Azure & AWS)

Security Clearance

Excellent Communication

Organizational Skills

Tools

LinkedIn

Recruitment platforms

Job description

6 Month FTC initially, ideally moving to permanent

The Company:

Amber Labs is a cutting-edge technology consultancy on a mission to accelerate innovation. We empower autonomy, encourage experimentation, and foster rapid learning to deliver exceptional value to our clients. Collaboration is at our core, our teams of consultants, analysts, and support staff work seamlessly to reduce risk and speed up delivery.

Job Description:

We’re looking for a driven and resourceful Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist to help us scale our high-performing teams. You’ll be sourcing top-tier talent across Artificial Intelligence, Software Development, Cloud, Data Architecture, Security, Testing, Business Analysis, and Project Management, with a strong focus on candidates holding SC clearance.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of tech consulting by connecting brilliant minds with transformative projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and recruit candidates with expertise in AI, Software (Java, Python, Nodejs), Cloud (Azure/AWS), Data Architecture, Security, Testing, BA, and PM.
• Identify and engage security-cleared professionals (SC) via recruitment platforms, social media, job boards and industry events
• Conduct candidate screenings to assess technical capabilities and cultural alignment
• Partner with hiring managers to understand team needs and tailor recruitment strategies
• Build and maintain a pipeline of high-quality candidates
• Deliver a seamless and positive candidate experience from first contact to onboarding
• Stay ahead of industry trends and recruitment best practices

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Technical Resourcer or in a similar Technical Talent Acquisition role.
• Strong understanding of AI, Software Development, cloud technologies (Azure & AWS), and delivery functions (Testing, BA, PM).
• Experience recruiting candidates within the public sector or with security clearance highly regarded.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
• Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
• Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
• Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
• 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
• Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
• Participate in a generous employee referral program.
• A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
• Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

• Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
• Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
• Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.

By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

This role at Amber Labs is Fulltime, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS. Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.