The organisation is a growing top 35 accountancy practice providing expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals across Central and Southern England. It invests heavily in high-quality specialists and best-in-class technology to deliver outstanding value to clients.
Culture is a core focus and is underpinned by values of being expert, respectful, innovative and collaborative. The firm builds high-performing teams that are diverse in experience, background and ideas. As a growing organisation, there are strong opportunities for development and rapid progression. The business is known for its friendly, supportive environment, where training and development are prioritised to enhance technical, commercial and management capability. People are put first, with a continuous focus on improving the employee experience and fostering an inclusive culture that respects, values and celebrates individual differences.
With multiple offices across Central and Southern England and ambitious growth plans, the organisation has created a new opportunity for a Group Talent Acquisition Specialist to join the People & Culture team. This is a permanent, full-time role with hybrid and flexible working options. While the role will be based in either the Oxford or Reading office, ad-hoc travel across Group offices will be required.
The Role
Reporting to the Group Talent Acquisition Manager, you will own and manage the end-to-end recruitment process for a wide range of mid-level vacancies across Audit, Accounts, Tax, Outsourcing and Corporate Functions.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Recruitment Delivery
* Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for part-qualified, newly qualified and mid-level corporate functions roles.
* Partner with hiring managers and partners to define requirements, create job specifications and advise on appropriate hiring strategies.
* Screen, shortlist and interview candidates, ensuring all applicants receive an efficient, professional and inclusive experience.
Candidate Sourcing
* Utilise multiple sourcing channels including LinkedIn Recruiter, specialist job boards, referrals, internal mobility, networking and recruitment agencies.
* Manage agency relationships, negotiate competitive terms and monitor performance.
* Act as a trusted advisor to partners, directors and hiring managers across the Group.
* Support the integration of newly acquired businesses, ensuring consistent and standardised recruitment processes.
* Provide market insight, salary benchmarking and best-practice guidance.
Recruitment Operations & Process Improvement
* Become a subject matter expert in the Applicant Tracking System (HiBob).
* Maintain accurate and timely data within the ATS.
* Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and improve consistency.
Compliance, Governance & DEI
* Ensure recruitment activity complies with employment law, GDPR and internal audit requirements.
* Promote inclusive hiring practices and support diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
* Work closely with HR, Learning & Development, IT, Marketing and Finance teams.
* Support the offer and onboarding process, including offer documentation, right-to-work and reference checks, and onboarding communications.
What’s on Offer
* Hybrid working following probation (three days office-based, two days remote)
* Flexible working hours around core hours (10am–4pm)
* Opportunity to join a fast-growing organisation with ambitious plans
* Exposure to a wide range of senior stakeholders
* Ongoing professional development and skills growth
* A varied role within an experienced and collaborative team
* Internal recognition awards and long-service awards
* Regular employee events, including a company-wide summer party
Benefits Package Includes
* 25 days annual leave plus holiday trading, flexible bank holidays and service-related additional leave
* Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 GP access and mental health support
* Wellbeing platform offering confidential 1-to-1 sessions with therapists, counsellors and coaches
* Health Cash Plan
* Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
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