IT Talent Acquisition Specialist (Energy Trading)
Aubay UK is seeking an experienced IT Talent Acquisition Specialist with a strong focus on Energy Trading technology to help us scale our team and deliver exceptional talent to our clients in this highly specialized domain.
Are you a tech-savvy recruiter who thrives on complexity and excels at sourcing top-tier IT talent for niche, high-impact roles?
You’ll join a lean, high-performing recruitment team where your expertise in sourcing for trading systems, market analytics, and energy technology platforms will make a visible impact. This is an opportunity to work on challenging, hard-to-fill roles that require creativity, persistence, and deep market knowledge.
Who You Are:
* You’re a proactive, results-driven recruiter with a passion for technology and an understanding of the Energy Trading ecosystem.
* You thrive under pressure and enjoy the challenge of sourcing for specialised IT roles in competitive markets.
* You combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution - leveraging research, networking, and innovative sourcing techniques to attract top talent.
* You’re resilient and adaptable, able to navigate ambiguity and shifting priorities without losing focus.
* You want your work to matter - where your results are recognized and valued
About Aubay UK
Aubay UK is the newest branch of the internationally established Aubay Group, a publicly listed digital services company. From our Canary Wharf office, we partner with market-leading clients across Energy, Financial Services, and FinTech, delivering specialist talent that fuels their success. You’ll be part of a company where excellence is expected and your ability to perform under pressure and deliver consistently will set you apart.
we are working on a hybrid model, onsite 2/3 days per week.
Key Responsibilities
* Own the end-to-end recruitment process for IT roles within Energy Trading, from intake briefing to offer and onboarding.
* Build and maintain specialized talent pipelines for roles such as:
* Trading Systems Developers
* Market Data Analysts
* Energy Risk & Analytics Engineers
* Cloud & DevOps specialists for trading platforms
* Source candidates through advanced techniques: Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, niche forums, and networking within Energy Trading communities.
* Engage passive candidates using tailored outreach strategies.
* Write compelling, inclusive job adverts optimised for IT and trading talent pools.
* Screen CVs, conduct technical and cultural fit assessments, and Provide a high-quality candidate experience throughout.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
* Provide market insights to hiring managers on talent availability, salary benchmarks, and competitor trends.
* Champion inclusive hiring practices and support DE&I initiatives.
* Leverage AI-powered sourcing tools and recruitment tech to enhance efficiency.
* Maintain regular contact with placed candidates to support retention and engagement.
* Act as a problem-solver in our recruitment lifecycle — identify bottlenecks, rethink processes, and implement improvements.
* Represent Aubay at industry events, tech meetups, and energy trading conferences to strengthen our employer brand.
Required Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in IT recruitment, ideally with exposure to Energy Trading or Financial Services technology roles.
* Strong sourcing expertise using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and advanced sourcing tools.
* Familiarity with trading platforms, market data systems, and energy technology stacks.
* Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Knowledge of UK employment market, GDPR, and recruitment best practices.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
* A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for talent acquisition.
* Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Desirable
* Experience recruiting across multiple geographies (UK, Middle East).
* Proficiency in English and at least one other language, ideally French or Arabic.
* Awareness of emerging recruitment tech trends and ability to integrate AI and automation into sourcing strategies.
* Knowledge of employer branding and recruitment marketing strategies.
* Basic understanding of digital marketing or SEO for job ads is a plus
This role requires you to be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
Aubay UK is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.