Talent Acquisition Specialist People & Operations · Onetrace HQ ·

Onetrace; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a passionate Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead the recruitment process and enhance the candidate experience. This role is pivotal in shaping high-performing teams and fostering a vibrant workplace culture. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating adaptability and a proactive approach. You'll work closely with hiring managers to create engaging job descriptions and implement effective hiring strategies. Join a dynamic team that values your ideas and contributions, and be part of a journey towards sustainable growth and excellence in recruitment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

NEST pension scheme

Season ticket loan scheme

Employee assistance programme

25 days PTO

WeWork membership

Dog-friendly office

Remote work abroad opportunities

Apple MacBook

Team socials

Qualifications

• Experience managing recruitment in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to assess candidates for skills and cultural fit.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting across various departments.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to refine role requirements.

Skills

End-to-end recruitment processes

Adaptability

Tech-savvy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Experience in recruitment

Tools

ATS (Teamtailor)

HR systems

Project management tools (Notion)

Job description

Job Title:Talent Acquisition Specialist
Department: People & Talent
Basis: Full-time, permanent
Location: Canary Wharf, London - WeWork (Hybrid Remote)
Reporting to: People & Operations Manager

About Onetrace

Great products start with great people.

Our relentless focus on user experience has been the cornerstone of our growth, helping us become the market leading software for fire protection subcontractors across the UK.

We’ve grown by staying obsessed with building software that actually works for the subcontractors on the ground; fast, intuitive, and simple to use.

We’re now gearing up for our next chapter: expanding into new trades and taking Onetrace global. We’re bootstrapped, profitable, and driven by a clear mission - to lead the digital transformation for subcontractors, one trade at a time.

Come be part of a team that’s smart, ambitious, and comfortable in the chaos of growth - where your ideas matter, and your work shapes what comes next.

Want to learn more about our journey? Check out our LinkedIn page.


About the role

At Onetrace, we believe hiring shapes the heart of a company. We’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist who is passionate about building high-performing teams and contributing to an outstanding candidate and employee experience.

In this role, you’ll partner closely with hiring managers and the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive full-cycle recruitment, while also supporting various people initiatives. You'll have a hands-on impact not just in who we hire, but how we hire, welcome and grow our team.

We’re a fast-evolving environment, so adaptability, proactivity and a strong sense of ownership are key. You'll be instrumental in helping Onetrace scale sustainably, keeping quality and culture at the centre of everything we do.


What you’ll do

Talent Acquisition

• Manage full-cycle recruiting across various departments, from commercial to technical roles
• Partner with hiring managers to identify hiring needs, refine role requirements, and build effective hiring strategies
• Create clear and engaging job descriptions and adverts that reflect our brand and attract the right talent
• Plan and execute efficient interview and selection processes, including screening calls and assessments
• Proactively source candidates across platforms (we predominantly use Welcome to the Jungle and LinkedIn) exploring creative outreach methods to tap into diverse talent pools
• Keep the ATS (Teamtailor) fully up-to-date, clean and reflective of every stage of the hiring process
• Use data and reporting to spot trends, drive continuous improvement and support hiring decisions
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to stay aligned with recruitment best practices and collaborate on implementing processes that improve efficiency

People Team Collaboration

• Support onboarding logistics and cultural initiatives, ensuring every new starter feels set up for success
• Assist in planning and delivering internal events and team engagement activities
• Help drive post-survey feedback action plans and wider people initiatives focused on culture and experience

Market Insight & Employer Branding

• Conduct market research and talent mapping to inform hiring strategies and benchmark against industry standards
• Help design and deliver recruitment campaigns that enhance our Employee Value Proposition and promote diversity
• Work collaboratively with the People, Design and Marketing teams to strengthen employer branding materials and initiatives

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes, ideally in scaling or fast-paced environments
• Comfortable recruiting across a range of roles and adapting your approach accordingly
• Tech-savvy and confident using ATS, HR systems and project management tools like Notion
• Skilled at assessing candidates not just for skills, but for potential, values alignment, and growth mindset
• Organised, proactive and hands-on - you spot opportunities to improve how we work and take the initiative to make things better
• Flexible and creative - able to shift your approach as hiring needs evolve, and think differently about how to attract and engage talent
• A clear communicator who brings calmness, structure, and empathy to interactions with candidates and internal teams
• Passionate about delivering an outstanding candidate experience and supporting a strong, scalable people function
• Can comfortably give and receive feedback to support continuous improvement both internally with the team and externally with candidates

Desirable

• Exposure to onboarding, employee engagement, or internal cultural projects
• A keen interest in building sustainable, scalable people processes in a growing company

What we offer

• Salary &Benefits
  • Up to£40k base
  • Private medical insurance with Bupa
  • NEST pension scheme
  • Season ticket loan scheme
  • Employee assistance programme
  • 25 days PTO, plus bank holidays
• Ways of Working
  • WeWork membership
  • Dog-friendly office
  • Hybrid working options
  • Remote work abroad opportunities
• Equipment
  • We’ll set you up with an Apple MacBook and all the necessary software
  • Standing desk (when based in the office)
  • Tech accessories and Onetrace merch
• Socials
  • Team socials and yearly company offsite
    
• Your Growth
  • Joining our agile team means you’ll gain hands-on experience, working closely with talented colleagues, and develop your skills in a supportive environment focused on growth

Diversity ????

Onetrace is committed to diversity in the workplace and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact us. All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for applying a reasonable adjustment.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact [e-mail].

Please note that our office is a dog-friendly environment. Candidates should be aware that dogs are present in the workplace, which may include shared spaces. If you have allergies or concerns, please let us know in advance.