Talent Acquisition Advisor (9mth FTC)
Fixed Term Contract £35,000 - £40,000 / yearJob Overview
We are expanding our Talent Acquisition team to support our growing business and are seeking a Talent Acquisition Advisor for a 9-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will play a key part in driving our growth by partnering closely with hiring managers and delivering exceptional recruitment outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced in-house recruiter with a proven track record of managing the full recruitment lifecycle and building strong, collaborative relationships across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, advising on attraction strategies, sourcing approaches, and candidate assessment
- Provide end-to-end recruitment support across a portfolio of roles, acting as a trusted advisor to hiring managers throughout the hiring process
- Conduct market mapping and proactive sourcing through professional networks, social platforms, and direct search methodologies
- Lead initial CV screening and candidate shortlisting, providing insight-led recommendations for interview selection
- Coordinate and manage interview processes, including scheduling, documentation, and candidate communications
- Support candidate assessment and profiling activity, ensuring fair, consistent, and high-quality hiring decisions
- Liaise with HR and hiring managers on preferred candidates, supporting pre-offer discussions and decision-making
- Administer and continuously improve onboarding processes to ensure a positive and engaging new starter experience
- Deliver an exceptional candidate journey through clear communication, timely feedback, and professional engagement
- Maintain relationships with both successful and unsuccessful candidates to strengthen employer brand and future talent pipelines
- Actively contribute to the development and refinement of recruitment processes, tools, and ways of working
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Proven experience as an in-house resourcer or Talent Acquisition professional in a high-volume environment (insurance/reinsurance desirable)
- Strong experience using Applicant Tracking Systems
- Experience partnering with hiring managers and supporting recruitment decision-making
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and administrative capability
- High professional and ethical standards
- Candidate-centric mindset with a strong focus on experience
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple vacancies in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong MS Excel, Word, and Outlook skills