NORTH EAST (Ref 780) PERMANENT
up to £38k + a range of benefits and hybrid working
Our client is a a multi award winning business, fast growing and with a fantastic culture.
In the newly created role, the Talent Acquisition Advisor will source great talent and support the continued growth of the business. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role where you’ll own end-to-end recruitment across the business. You’ll work closely with hiring managers, offering expert advice, improving the approach to Talent Acquisition. You’ll report to the Head of People & Culture (who is fabulous) and be part of the People team.
What You’ll Do
Hiring Manager Support
*Build strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding role requirements and business needs
*Provide practical recruitment advice and guide managers through a fair, effective hiring process
*Coach hiring managers on interviewing and best practice
*Offer constructive input on role briefs and hiring expectations
*Work collaboratively with People Advice Partners on workforce planning, headcount and recruitment strategies
Sales & Operations Recruitment
*Manage end-to-end, volume recruitment in a fast-paced environment
*Source, screen and onboard candidates efficiently
*Plan and deliver assessment centres and hiring events
*Partner with training teams to ensure smooth onboarding and readiness
*Maintain strong pipelines to support ongoing hiring demand.
*Use data to optimise pipelines and maintain strong talent pools
*Support business growth by filling roles quickly and at scale
General Recruitment
*Assess and shortlist candidates based on skills, experience and values alignment
*Deliver a high-quality candidate experience with clear communication and feedback
*Manage multiple roles while maintaining pace and quality
*Identify and implement simple process improvements
*Use market insight to guide hiring decisions and improve outcomes
Talent Sourcing
*Proactively source candidates using LinkedIn, job boards, events and networks
*Build and maintain talent pools for current and future roles
*Use targeted, personalised outreach to engage candidates that reflect the brand and culture
Recruitment Data & Insights
*Track and report on recruitment activity and performance
*Use data and insights to improve hiring outcomes and pipeline effectiveness
*Maintain and optimise the recruitment system to streamline processes
Agency Management
*Work with selected agency partners where needed
*Support management of preferred supplier list (PSL)
*Ensure agencies deliver against expectations
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate has:
*Experience managing end-to-end recruitment in a fast-paced environment
*Strong understanding of recruitment best practice and employment legislation
*Confident working collaboratively with hiring managers and providing guidance
*Strong sourcing and pipeline-building skills
*Organised, proactive and able to manage high volumes
*Passion for delivering a great candidate experience
*A curious and analytical mindset, using data and insight to continuously improve recruitment practices