We are building something EPIC. Evestia Clinical is a biotech-focused global CRO delivering authentic expertise and personalized support where client need it most. Our foundation is built on four core principles: Innovation drives us to seek new solutions, Excellence defines the high standards we keep, and genuine Care ensures a supportive culture for both our patients and our people. We foster Partnership in everything we do, believing that working together—with trust and flexibility—is the key to success. Our approach is agile by nature and personalized by design. This translates to a workplace where you are empowered to find the creative solutions necessary for our collective success. We offer a welcoming, flexible, and supportive culture that values trust and belonging, ensuring you have the support needed to grow your skills and thrive while making a difference. We partner with our clients to provide expert knowledge and guidance through complex clinical trials in rare disease, oncology, neurology, immunology, and inflammation. At Evestia Clinical, you will become a vital part of a global specialist CRO. This means you will deliver life changing impact through clinical excellence. We are committed to creating development opportunities that allow your skills to grow right alongside ours. If you are inspired by this collaborative environment and ready to change the lives of patients worldwide, we’d love to welcome you to our team. About the Role The Recruitment Business Partner acts as a strategic link between the HR department and senior stakeholders to ensure the acquisition of high-quality talent aligned with the company’s 2026 growth strategy. This role is focused on driving recruitment efficiencies, reducing dependency on external agencies, and supporting business leaders with workforce planning and headcount stability. By providing expert market insights and managing the end-to-end talent lifecycle, you will protect company margins while ensuring a seamless candidate experience that reflects our corporate values and ESG commitments. What will your job look like? Act as the primary point of contact for department heads to define talent requirements and execute proactive workforce planning. Lead the end-to-end recruitment process, utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter and internal networks to maximize direct hires and minimize agency spend. Provide dedicated recruitment and onboarding support to facilitate the seamless integration of staff following business acquisitions. Monitor recruitment expenditure against the 2026 budget, ensuring all hiring activities align with forecasted financial targets. Implement and maintain standardized global hiring processes to ensure consistency and compliance across all UK and international regions. Promote the company’s CSR and ESG initiatives within the talent market to enhance employer attractiveness and retention. Produce regular reporting on key recruitment metrics, including time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, and retention rates of new starters. Collaborate with HR Business Partners to identify turnover trends and implement strategies that support long-term headcount stability. What will you need to succeed? Proven ability to influence and challenge senior leaders regarding hiring decisions and workforce strategy. Advanced skills in headhunting, Boolean searching, and building diverse talent pipelines without external support. A strong understanding of recruitment budgets, cost-per-hire analysis, and the impact of turnover on company margins. Wxceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to represent the brand professionally to external candidates. Expert skills in offer management and salary negotiation to ensure competitive but budget-compliant hiring. Experience managing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and utilizing data to drive recruitment improvements. Level 5 or higher is highly desirable (or equivalent experience in a professional HR/Recruitment environment). Educated to Degree level or equivalent professional standard. Legal Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of UK Employment Law, specifically relating to Right to Work, GDPR, and IR35 regulations. Previous experience in a Business Partnering role, preferably within a fast-paced or acquisitive business. What we offer you in return? We believe that to do your best work, you need the best support. That’s why we care deeply about your well-being, personal development, and achieving a true work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package is carefully designed to align with our culture and values, ensuring it maximizes your positive experience working here. Here is a quick look at the benefits you can expect as a valued member of the Evestia Clinical team 25 days of vacation Vacation days purchasing scheme 1 extra vacation day per each 3 years of service Discretionary Annual Bonus Sabbatical of 3 to 6 months (after 3 years of service) 1 volunteer day per year Free food and beverages at all offices Life Insurance Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Programme Networks Groups Flexible and hybrid work Training and Personal Development Program Ready to Take the Next Step? Does joining Evestia Clinical and making a global impact excite you? Then it's time to apply! We are eager to meet ambitious candidates. Remember, we hire for potential and passion. Therefore if you feel you're a good fit but don't meet every single requirement, please submit your application anyway. We want to hear from you. Our Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity We are deeply proud of our people and the successes we achieve together. We actively seek out and hire individuals with diverse backgrounds, voices, beliefs, and perspectives to join our growing global workforce. At Evestia Clinical, we believe that each person is unique. We celebrate your individuality, knowing that diverse viewpoints fuel Innovation and drive Excellence. We foster true Partnership across our global teams, guided by genuine Care for our colleagues. Our managers are dedicated to upholding this inclusive environment in every aspect of employment—from hiring and promotion to training and benefits. I t's who we are, it's what we do, it's what we care about. Equal Opportunity & Accessibility Evestia Clinical is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We ensure fair treatment of all applicants and employees, without discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Evestia Clinical and require an accommodation or special assistance during the application process, please notify our recruitment team by sending an email with your request to HR@evestiaclinical.com