Job Description - Talent Acquisition Specialist
Contract Type
Permanent
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
28 to 35 hours per week Monday to Friday. (We are open to discussion around this being a 3 or 4 day position)
Base
Based in Speke, Liverpool, but role covers all sites under the group (Liverpool, Oldham, Manchester and North Tyneside).
Will move to new Speke base no later than 9th August 2024
Leading
Key Relationships
None - Part of People and Culture Team
HRBP, Hiring Managers and Marketing Manager
Led by
Director of People and Culture
Budget Responsibilities
None
Company Mission
End Furniture Poverty.
Company Values
Bravery, Creativity, Passion, and Professionalism.
Job Purpose
Supporting FRC Group's Impact Plan by providing an exceptional recruitment strategy and sourcing, attracting, and interviewing prospective employees to find the perfect match for FRC Group on all sites.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Job Responsibilities:
- Create and implement effective recruitment strategies aligned with organisational goals.
- Work with HRBP and hiring managers to understand staffing needs, prioritise positions, and align recruitment efforts with business objectives.
- Work with hiring managers to create job ads for current openings
- Advertise job openings on careers pages, job boards and social networks (e.g. LinkedIn)
- Source candidates through online channels (e.g. professional networks and portfolio sites)
- Report to hiring managers and HRBP on the status of open positions
- Update job descriptions (e.g. add tasks or modify requirements)
- Answer candidates' queries regarding the application process
- Develop application process and all related recruitment resources
- Complete all administrative tasks in relation to recruitment
- Participate in job fairs to boost company's reputation
- Review CVs, conduct initial sifts and screenings, and assess candidates to determine their suitability for specific roles.
- Present a quality shortlist to hiring managers
- Interview candidates at various stages through the process
- Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring managers, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
- Gain feedback from new hires and use to improve the recruitment process
- Share feedback with HRBP and managers to improve the employment journey
- Work with People and Culture and Marketing Teams to develop and enhance the organisation's employer brand to attract talent.
- Co-ordinate salary negotiations, present job offers, and facilitate the offer acceptance process.
- Co-ordinate reference checks
- Provide interview feedback, when necessary and appropriate
- Utilise data and metrics to track and evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment strategies, identifying areas for improvement.
- Review, improve and implement employee referral programme
- Build a pipeline of talent in relevant areas
- Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws, regulations, and company policies and carry our right to work checks
- Use a strategy that helps us to recruit great people without using agencies
- Collaborate with People and Culture and other teams to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new hires.
- Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and trends to continually optimise the talent acquisition process.
Additional information:
Hybrid working
Performance bonuses
Requirements
- Strong background in full-cycle recruiting, sourcing, and candidate assessment.
- Expertise in developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies.
- Proficiency in candidate sourcing using various channels, including social media, job boards, and networking.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with hiring managers, candidates, and other stakeholders.
- Strong relationship-building skills with hiring managers, internal