Location: Northamptonshire
Department: Human Resources
Reporting to: Talent Acquisition Manager
Salary: £43000
Duration: 6 month FTC, could lead to permanent
About the Role
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR team. In this role, you will be responsible for attracting, engaging, and hiring high-quality talent to support business growth.
You will partner closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develop effective recruitment strategies, and deliver an excellent candidate experience throughout the hiring lifecycle.
This is an opportunity to contribute to innovative recruitment practices, support continuous improvement, and play a key role in building strong talent pipelines across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
Manage end-to-end recruitment processes across your assigned business areas
Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, candidate profiles, and hiring plans
Act as a trusted advisor, providing market insight and talent intelligence
Source, attract and engage candidates through a range of channels, including digital and social media
Screen and assess candidates to ensure strong technical and cultural fit
Manage interview processes, including coordinating and advising on best practice (e.g. behavioural interviewing)
Lead offer management, including negotiation and closing candidates
Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs
Employer Branding & Attraction
Support and deliver employer branding initiatives across job boards and social platforms
Create engaging job adverts and recruitment campaigns in partnership with marketing
Represent the organisation at external events, where required (e.g. universities, networking events)
Stakeholder Management
Build strong, credible relationships with hiring managers and internal stakeholders
Provide regular updates and reporting on recruitment activity and performance
Ensure a consistent and positive experience for both candidates and hiring teams
Process Improvement & Technology
Continuously review and improve recruitment processes and candidate experience
Utilise ATS and recruitment technologies effectively (e.g. CRM systems, automation tools)
Track and report on key recruitment metrics and hiring performance
Ensure all recruitment activity complies with relevant employment legislation and company policies
Onboarding & Support
Support post-offer processes, including onboarding and new starter coordination
Ensure a smooth transition from offer to onboarding for all new hires
Mentoring & Leadership (Level III)
Provide guidance, coaching and support to junior team members
Share best practice and contribute to team development
Support a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Skills & Experience
Essential
Proven experience in recruitment or talent acquisition (in-house or agency)
Experience managing full recruitment lifecycle
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Knowledge of sourcing techniques, including digital and social media
Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) or CRM platforms
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously
Excellent communication and interviewing skills
Good understanding of UK employment legislation and recruitment best practice
Desirable
Experience mentoring or supporting junior recruiters (Level III)
Experience working in a fast-paced or high-volume environment
Familiarity with recruitment marketing and employer branding
Key Competencies
Strong influencing and advisory skills
Commercial awareness and understanding of the talent market
Results-driven with a proactive approach
Excellent time management and attention to detail
Ability to work at pace and meet deadlines
Confident using technology and recruitment tools
Qualifications
Degree-level education or equivalent experience
Working Environment
Office or hybrid working environment (depending on location)