Why Savers?
Savers is one of the UK’s fastest‑growing discount retailers, with 520+ stores bringing great value and brilliant service to high streets nationwide. We’re energetic, down‑to‑earth and all about people, helping our teams grow, develop and build real careers. No two days are the same here; you’ll roll up your sleeves, make an impact and be part of a culture that genuinely cares. In 2026, Savers was certified as a Great place to Work for a third consecutive year, apply and find out why!
Bepart of something bigger
Savers is part of AS Watson Group, the world’s largest international health and beauty retailer operating over 17,000 offline plus online stores under 12 retail brands in 30 markets, with over 130,000 employees worldwide.
Role Overview
As a Talent Acquisition Manager, you’ll lead and inspire the Talent Acquisition team, reporting into the Senior Talent & Personal Development Manager. You’ll play a key role in the People team, shaping how we attract brilliant people into Savers and making sure our recruitment approach is engaging, effective and true to our brand.
Responsibilities
* Lead the Talent Acquisition strategy while staying hands‑on in day‑to‑day sourcing Head Office roles and supporting Store recruitment.
* Coaching and developing the Talent Acquisition team so they can thrive, while making sure every candidate enjoys a brilliant experience from application right through to onboarding.
* Ensure the right recruitment processes are in place and key KPIs, including time to fill, percentage fill and cost per hire, are delivered.
* Voice of customers, orchestrating the organization to live the brand purpose and inspire a customer‑first culture to build customer love in every touchpoint.
* Ownership of hybrid recruitment, ensuring stores have the training, tools and support they need to deliver a great candidate experience and meet service levels.
* Support line managers with creative, cost‑effective sourcing methods, including advertising, headhunting, direct search, social media, networking and job boards.
* Provide regular reports and presentations to share progress, insights and opportunities with the wider business.
* Upskill line managers through training and support on recruitment and selection best practice.
* Share market insight and external trends to help shape smart, informed hiring decisions.
* Partner with HR Business Partners to use succession plans effectively when needed.
* Organise and lead assessment centres and careers fairs to attract great talent and build strong candidate pipelines.
* Maintain employer brand guidelines and keep them up to date.
* Take ownership of the careers site and help Savers Jobs shine across social media platforms, keeping content fresh, engaging and effective in partnership with the People Communications team.
* Create and maintain recruitment materials that reflect our employer brand and are always ready for the stores to use.
* Keep candidate processes up to date to deliver a great experience at every stage.
* Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and deliver a high level of service across areas of responsibility.
* Own the budget for Talent Acquisition and use it effectively.
Fit for You
* You’re proactive, solution‑focused and always looking for ways to make improvements that drive results.
* You know how to turn business priorities into clear plans that deliver real results.
* You’re confident influencing others, communicating clearly and building strong relationships across the business.
* You’re comfortable using data to spot trends, shape plans and uncover new opportunities.
* You’re passionate about developing people and motivated by helping others learn and grow.
* You enjoy helping others spot talent, develop their teams and find the right solutions.
What You Will Need
* Experience leading successful teams and helping them perform at their best.
* Proven experience building strong relationships and communicating confidently with key stakeholders.
* Be a role model of collaboration to the team and exceed goals.
* Keep learning at the forefront and be passionate about developing yourself and your team.
* Bring a curious mindset, plenty of creativity and proactivity, strong organizational skills, and resilience to navigate challenges with confidence.
* Have a positive attitude towards feedback, use this to generate initiatives to meet or exceed expectations, and share feedback in a meaningful way.
* Actively develop your ability to use AI effectively, looking to remove repetitive tasks for higher‑value activities as AI takes on routine work.
Our Commitment
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and support diversity and inclusion for all employees.
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