Overview
The Talent Acquisition Executive plays a pivotal role in attracting, sourcing, and hiring exceptional talent across the Montcalm Collection's hotels. Working closely with the Cluster HR Manager and the Head of People & Culture, the role ensures that recruitment activities align with Montcalm's luxury standards and people-first philosophy. As a key member of the People & Culture team, the Talent Acquisition Executive manages the full recruitment lifecycle—from job posting and candidate engagement to onboarding and induction—while supporting broader HR initiatives related to employer branding, workforce planning, and employee experience. The role champions innovative recruitment practices that help us identify and nurture top-tier hospitality talent who embody Montcalm's values of excellence, authenticity, and inclusivity.
Responsibilities
* Manages end-to-end recruitment across multiple properties and departments.
* Develops creative sourcing strategies to attract high-calibre hospitality professionals.
* Partners with hiring managers to define job requirements and selection criteria.
* Organises and leads open recruitment days to attract diverse hospitality talent.
* Builds strong partnerships with hospitality schools, colleges, and universities to engage and attract graduate students.
* Builds strong relationships with candidates, agencies, and internal stakeholders; acts as a trusted advisor to managers throughout the recruitment process.
* Promotes Montcalm's employer brand through exceptional candidate experience and represents the organisation at external recruitment events, hospitality fairs, and school partnerships.
* Coordinates interviews, assessments, and offer processes with precision; manages interview scheduling, references, and right-to-work checks.
* Ensures compliance with recruitment policies and employment legislation; maintains accurate recruitment data and reporting in HR systems (Harri).
* Supports workforce planning and talent pipeline development; contributes to diversity and inclusion hiring initiatives; leverages data insights to improve recruitment performance.
* Develops engaging and creative recruitment marketing content for social media and other digital channels.
* Works closely with the People & Culture team to ensure seamless onboarding and supports engagement initiatives and induction programmes for new joiners.
* Acts as a brand ambassador, reflecting Montcalm's values in every interaction; plans, manages, and delivers open recruitment days and career events to attract new talent.
* Advertises vacancies across relevant job boards, professional networks, and social media platforms; manages and updates recruitment-related content on social media to promote Montcalm's employer brand.
* Screen applications, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate the full selection process; manages references, right-to-work documentation, and the offer process for successful candidates.
* Manages offers, contracts, and onboarding through HRIS platforms (e.g., Harri); supports induction programmes for new hires and maintains talent pipelines for key roles and future openings.
* Coordinates internal mobility and career progression opportunities; tracks recruitment metrics and prepares reports to inform workforce planning.
* Promotes Montcalm's employer brand through proactive engagement and events; ensures all recruitment activities are compliant with employment law, GDPR, and company policies.
* Contributes to People & Culture projects including engagement, DEI, and wellbeing initiatives.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or HR coordination (hospitality or service industry preferred).
* Strong understanding of end-to-end recruitment processes and UK employment law.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels.
* Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously.
* Experience using HRIS or ATS platforms (Harri or similar) essential.
* CIPD Level 3 (minimum) or working towards Level 5 preferred.
Location & Availability
* Based at Montcalm Collection Hotels, with occasional cross-property support.
* Office-based with flexibility for remote work when required.
* Occasional evening or weekend support for recruitment events or urgent staffing needs.
Benefits & Perks
* Competitive salary package.
* Supportive and empowering team environment.
* Wellbeing support, workshops, and advice.
* Training and development opportunities, including CIPD study support.
* 28 holidays including eight bank holidays (more after two years' service).
* Cash-back health benefits, including optical, dental, chiropractor, and physio services.
* Discounted gym membership and access to wellbeing platforms.
* Fully paid day off for your birthday.
* Awards and recognition programme; annual parties and events.
* Ongoing training and leadership development opportunities.
* Pension scheme.
Eligibility
Candidates must be authorised to live and work in the UK. Currently, visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Equal Opportunity Employer: Montcalm Collection values diversity and inclusion and provides a workplace free from discrimination and prejudice. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application as not shortlisted. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies or headhunters; CVs submitted without prior written agreement will be the property of the company.
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