Talent Acquisition Specialist (In-House)
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and takes full ownership of the hiring lifecycle. You will play a critical role in shaping our workforce by attracting, engaging, and hiring top talent while acting as a strong ambassador for our employer brand.
Key Responsibilities:
End-to-End Recruitment
Own and deliver the full recruitment lifecycle from initial briefing through to offer
Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and role requirements
Manage multiple complex vacancies simultaneously across various departments
Develop and implement creative sourcing strategies to identify high-quality candidates
Utilise a range of channels including LinkedIn, referrals, and networking
Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs
Stakeholder Management
Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, providing guidance on market insights and hiring strategies
Ensure a high level of communication and expectation management throughout the hiring process
Reporting & Analytics
Track and report on key recruitment metrics (e.g. time to hire, source effectiveness)
Use data to drive continuous improvement in hiring processes and outcomes
Process Optimisation & Transformation
Lead end-to-end transformation of TA processes, systems, and tools
Drive operational excellence and scalability
Continuously review and improve recruitment processes to implement automation, enhance efficiency and candidate experience
Support and train hiring managers on best interview practices and techniques
Culture & Values Assessment
Act as the gatekeeper for cultural alignment, leading and standardising culture-fit interviews across all hires
Champion company values throughout the hiring process, ensuring every hire strengthens organisational culture
Design and evolve culture assessment frameworks to ensure consistency, fairness, and quality of hiring decisions
Employer Brand & Candidate Experience
Act as a brand ambassador, promoting the company’s culture, values, and proposition
Own and continuously enhance the end-to-end candidate experience
Partner with internal teams to develop employer branding initiatives and attract top talent
Benchmark candidate experience and continuously improve outcomes
Minimum 5+ years’ experience in talent acquisition, preferably in-house or a combination of agency and in-house
Proven experience in end-to-end recruitment across multiple role types
Professional HR or recruitment qualification (e.g. CIPD Level 5 or above) is highly desirable
Strong sourcing and headhunting skills with a proactive approach
Ability to manage multiple roles and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment tools (e.g. SmartRecruiters, Workday, LinkedIn Recruiter)
Experience working with data and recruitment metrics, including reporting and process optimisation
Demonstrated experience leading recruitment process improvements and change initiatives
Strong knowledge of inclusive hiring practices, and best-practice recruitment methodologies
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
This role is based in market but will require significant internal travel to partner locations along with monthly international travel to SquareTrade HQ in London.
On average, two to three days per week will be spent with the partner, across a mix of locations, including HQ and stores, both within and outside the assigned region, depending on business requirements.
The Team:
SquareTrade is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Opportunity to shape and influence hiring strategy
Collaborative and high-growth working environment
2 charity days per year. For each day we will contribute the equivalent of your daily salary to the charity on your behalf.
Private Healthcare and Health Cash Plan with Simply Health
Monthly Gym/fitness allowance
Monthly Wellness allowance
Monthly Phone/Internet allowance
Annual professional development allowance
Headspace
GoGeta Cycle to work scheme
GoGeta Nursery scheme
Friends & Family Mobile Repair Benefit