Talent Acquisition Specialist (Fixed Term)

Sovereign Housing Association Limited; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in Basingstoke seeks an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage end-to-end recruitment processes. This role combines home and office working and focuses on attracting diverse talent while ensuring a positive candidate experience. Ideal candidates will have a track record in high-volume recruitment, particularly within the property services sector.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Matched pension scheme up to 12%

Private medical insurance options

Gym Membership discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in talent acquisition.
• Experience in high-volume recruitment, preferably in property services.
• Hands-on experience with ATS and direct sourcing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Deliver recruitment solutions for assigned business areas.
• Develop partnerships with stakeholders to understand role requirements.
• Ensure fair and consistent screening and interviewing processes.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Stakeholder engagement

Recruitment lifecycle

Direct sourcing

Social media recruiting

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Talent Acquisition team at SNG on a fixed term contract for up to 12 months. Our corporate plan sets out some ambitious goals for the business and you'll be working at the forefront of attracting and securing diverse talent to support in achieving these goals.

Based from our head office in Basingstoke, you'll combine a mix of home and office working to ensure a positive work / life balance.

The Role

Reporting to one of our Talent Acquisition Business Partners, this role plays a key part in the business partnering service for Talent Acquisition, working alongside the business to deliver end to end resourcing solutions across a variety of volume and niche roles.

You'll work closely with stakeholders to advise on advertising strategies, best practice with interview and selection processes, and guidance on relevant compliance areas. Throughout the recruitment process you'll ensure a positive candidate experience, demonstrating SNG's values and promoting our employer brand throughout each stage of their journey.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering end to end recruitment solutions for assigned business areas, managing attraction utilising direct sourcing methods, social media channels as well as through preferred suppliers
• Developing strong partnerships with business stakeholders to gain a clear understanding of role requirements, recommending resourcing strategy and approach to market
• Ensuring fair and consistent screening, interviewing and selection processes are carried out, recommending best practice and providing guidance and support to hiring managers through one-to-one support as well as via workshops
• Regular reporting to identify trends and providing insights to inform recommendations for recruitment approach and drive process improvement activity
• Undertaking project work to support the Talent Acquisition strategy and wider People plans

What we need from you

You'll bring proven experience in talent acquisition within an in-house resourcing team, delivering end-to-end (360) recruitment across a variety of business functions, including permanent, fixed-term, and temporary roles.

We're particularly interested in hearing from candidates with experience in high-volume recruitment within the property services sector, especially those familiar with hiring skilled trades operatives.

To be successful in this role you'll bring:

• Extensive experience across the full recruitment lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on delivering exceptional candidate and hiring manager experiences
• A track record of designing innovative, cost-effective talent attraction strategies, particularly focused on direct sourcing and enhancing workforce diversity
• Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and a solid understanding of direct sourcing techniques
• Proficiency in leveraging social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Glassdoor to engage and attract talent
• Strong relationship management skills with third-party suppliers, ensuring high-quality service and value for money
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively, work with agility, and adapt to changing business needs
• Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling and inclusive job adverts
• Confident stakeholder engagement, building trusted relationships and providing constructive challenge and influence where needed

Your Benefits

We have some great benefits at SNG, including:

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
• Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary
• Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance and critical illness cover
• Wellbeing discounts, including Gym Memberships and access to a 24/7 virtual GP service

At Sovereign Network Group, we are passionate about inclusion for all and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG. Take a look at our careers site to learn more about us and our values.

If you would like the opportunity to make a real impact within our changing and growing organisation, we would love to hear from you!