Talent Attraction Advisor (Retail)

MATALAN; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Talent Attraction Advisor to oversee end-to-end recruitment processes. The role emphasizes exceptional candidate experiences, promotes diversity and inclusion, and requires strong communication and organizational skills. Benefits include staff discounts and wellbeing support, fostering an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

20% staff discount

Thrive Recognition Scheme

Wellbeing support by the Retail Trust

Life Assurance

Retail Rewards platform

Pension Scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a full 360 recruitment process.
• Desirable previous experience in retail recruitment.
• Passion for creating inclusive recruitment experiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for the Retail business area.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience from engagement to onboarding.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment activities.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Creativity

Data-driven Mindset

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Tools

Sourcing Tools

ATS Systems

Social Media Recruiting

Job description

About Matalan

From humble beginnings to disruptive innovations in the retail industry, find out about how Matalan is ever-evolving here.

We know as a team, we are stronger together - we champion equality for all and make lasting connections that go beyond work. We thrive off our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contributing to collective creativity, open-mindedness and growth.

We want give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments during our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

About the role

As Talent Attraction Advisor you will be responsible for the end to end recruitment process for your our Retail business area, ensuring every candidate receives an exceptional experience and hiring managers are supported and advised every step of the way. You'll be an advocate for diversity and inclusion, proactively identifying new and innovative ways to source and attract top talent and will be an advocate for our business supporting our employer brand and shaping how we attract and retain talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end/360 recruitment for your Retail, ensuring timely, high-quality hires.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience from initial engagement to onboarding.
• Build strong partnerships with hiring teams, guiding them through the recruitment process with market insight and best practice.
• Ensure all recruitment activities promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, removing barriers and encouraging applications from underrepresented groups and supporting social mobility.
• Support in developing and executing recruitment attraction campaigns aligned with our Employer Value Proposition (EVP) to increase brand awareness and attract top talent.
• Represent the company at career fairs, events and networking opportunities, enhancing our employer brand in the talent market.
• Promote our brand across social channels and platforms, consistently and creatively engaging target audiences.
• Pipeline candidates for future hiring needs, maintaining a talent pool aligned with business objectives and future skills hiring
• Collaborate within the wider People team in an agile working environment, supporting cross-functional projects and priorities through our squad working
• Contribute to ad hoc talent projects that align with strategic business goals.
• Work towards defined KPIs and performance metrics to ensure recruitment goals are achieved.
• Stay informed on industry trends, talent insights, and emerging recruitment technologies to advise the business and improve practices.
• Explore and introduce innovative sourcing methods to reach new talent pools and stay ahead of market trends.
• Ensure all hiring processes are consistent, fair, and inclusive, reducing the risk of bias and fostering a diverse workforce.
• Work collaboratively with all members of the attraction team to foster creativity, best practice and consistency to successfully deliver results and encourage innovate ways of working to increase performance.

About You

• Proven experience in managing a full 360 recruitment process
• Previous experience recruiting for roles within retail would be desirable
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Passion for creating inclusive recruitment experiences and promoting DE&I.
• Proficiency in sourcing tools, ATS systems, and social media recruiting.
• Strong understanding of assessment and selection methods, including interview techniques and competency based assessments.
• Experience with employer branding and EVP-aligned campaign creation desirable.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Data-driven mindset with an understanding of KPIs and recruitment metrics.
• Creative thinking and a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.

Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, we also offer the below core benefits:

• 20% staff discount, which increases with length of service
• Thrive Recognition Scheme
• Wellbeing support provided by the Retail Trust
• Life Assurance
• Retail Rewards platform offering discounts for other retailers
• Pension Scheme
• Access to a wide range of career development
• Additional benefits may apply depending on your role and area of the business

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