Talent Acquisition Officer
17 days ago
Openshaw
Job Purpose\nDue to expansion, we are seeking a proactive and detail-orientated talent acquisition advisor to join our HR team. This role is ideal for someone with at least 1 years' experience in an in-house recruitment role, who brings a strong mix of administrative excellence, HR systems knowledge, and a practical understanding of UKVI compliance.\nYou will support end-to-end recruitment processes and ensure an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience while also managing the administrative and compliance elements of recruitment.\nThis is a full-time on-site position – Monday to Friday, 09:00am until 17:00pm\nKey Responsibilities\nRecruitment & Talent Acquisition\n * Manage and coordinate the full recruitment lifecycle across a range of roles, from advertising to offer stage.\n * Collaborate with the talent acquisition specialist to define role requirements, draft job descriptions, and advise on sourcing strategies.\n * Post vacancies across appropriate channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, and internal platforms.\n * Actively source and engage candidates via LinkedIn and other sourcing platforms to build strong talent pipelines.\n * Screen CVs, conduct initial candidate assessments, and coordinate interview scheduling.\n * Support the preparation and delivery of talent pipelines for critical roles.\nHR Systems & Data Management\n * Maintain accurate candidate and vacancy records in the HRIS and applicant tracking system (ATS).\n * Produce recruitment metrics and update trackers using Excel and system-generated data to track KPIs and identify trends.\n * Attending all interviews with hiring managers and taking notes for documentation reasons.\n * Ensure data is handled in line with GDPR and internal data protection protocols.\nCompliance & Onboarding\n * Ensure all recruitment activities are conducted in compliance with UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration) sponsorship and right-to-work requirements.\n * Assist with the administration and audit of sponsored worker documentation.\n * Coordinate pre-employment checks, reference requests, and onboarding paperwork.\nAdministrative & Stakeholder Support\n * Provide high-quality administrative support throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a smooth experience for candidates and hiring teams.\n * Communicate professionally and effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.\n * Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of recruitment processes and tools.\nEssential Criteria\n * Minimum 2 years’ experience in an in-house recruitment or talent acquisition role.\n * Strong administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.\n * Solid working knowledge of UKVI right-to-work requirements, including visa and sponsorship processes.\n * Proven experience using HRIS platforms (e.g., Bright HR, Employment Hero, etc.) and applicant tracking systems.\n * Confident using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and other sourcing tools.\n * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional and approachable style.\n * Strong Excel skills, including data entry, pivot tables, and basic reporting functions.\n * Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.\nDesirable Criteria\n * Experience working in a complex or regulated environment (e.g., education, public sector, or healthcare).\n * Familiarity with employer branding, diversity hiring, or recruitment marketing initiatives.\n * Exposure to recruitment in a unionised or multi-stakeholder environment.\nWhat We Offer\nSalary: Up to £30,000\n * Company pension\n * Free onsite parking\n * 28 days annual leave (including UK Bank Holidays)\nKindly note that we are currently not in a position to offer any sponsorships for this role