Talent Acquisition Partner

Opportunity Overview

Become a vital part of Informed Solutions, contributing to the recruitment of skilled professionals who drive some of the UK's most impactful technology for good initiatives in digital transformation.

We are seeking a seasoned Talent Acquisition Partner passionate about sourcing top talent, fostering meaningful connections, and ensuring an exceptional candidate journey.

In this position, you will collaborate closely with hiring managers, subject matter experts, and the recruitment team to nurture sustainable growth by attracting capable individuals who embody our values and dedication to solving complex challenges.

This role offers the chance to thrive in a fast-paced in-house recruitment environment, taking pride in delivering superior recruitment experiences and influencing talent acquisition strategies within an expanding organization.

About Informed Solutions

Since 1992, Informed Solutions has established itself as a globally recognized consultancy specializing in digital transformation.

Our expertise lies in crafting and implementing innovative digital, data, and technology solutions designed to modernize services, extract valuable insights from data, and enhance outcomes for citizens and clients.

Our award-winning platforms and services support esteemed organizations worldwide, spanning sectors such as Civil Defence, Healthcare, Sustainable Environment, Land and Asset Management, and Digital Democracy.

We tackle intricate real-world problems by combining technology, data, and human insight to create enduring impact.

Role Details

People are central to our operations.

As our Talent Acquisition Partner, you will manage full-cycle recruitment for diverse professional, technical, and consulting roles, partnering with hiring managers to understand requirements and guiding them throughout the hiring process.

Your responsibilities will include proactive talent sourcing, candidate pipeline development, attraction strategy enhancement, and continuous recruitment process improvement.

Collaboration with Recruitment Managers and Coordinators is critical to ensuring candidates experience a professional and engaging recruitment process.

Success involves delivering superior recruitment experiences, securing high-quality talent, building trusted stakeholder relationships, strengthening talent pipelines, and continually optimizing recruitment effectiveness through insights and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee complete recruitment life cycle for technical, consulting, and business support roles.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to develop effective hiring strategies and understand staffing needs.
• Identify and engage passive candidates utilizing tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, networking, and market mapping.
• Conduct competency-based interviews and evaluate candidates thoroughly.
• Manage candidate pipelines to ensure a positive experience throughout the recruitment journey.
• Create compelling job advertisements and attraction campaigns.
• Support offer negotiations and onboarding processes.
• Establish and maintain trusted relationships with hiring managers across departments.
• Advise stakeholders on market trends, candidate availability, and attraction methods.
• Provide constructive challenges to improve recruitment outcomes where necessary.
• Communicate consistently with stakeholders during recruitment campaigns.
• Identify and implement improvements in recruitment processes and candidate experience.
• Leverage recruitment data and insights to spot trends and recommend enhancements.
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing efforts.
• Participate in broader People Services initiatives as applicable.
• Work collaboratively with recruitment team members to deliver smooth recruitment services.
• Share industry knowledge and best practices within the recruitment function.
• Assist colleagues during peak recruitment periods.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the recruitment function.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience managing end-to-end recruitment within an in-house environment, preferably in professional services, technology, or knowledge-driven industries.
• Strong skills in sourcing passive candidates, especially using LinkedIn Recruiter and other direct sourcing techniques.
• Excellent stakeholder management capabilities.
• Experience hiring for technical or specialized roles is beneficial.
• Proficiency in competency-based interviewing and candidate assessment.
• Proactive approach to attracting talent and managing multiple vacancies effectively.
• Familiarity with recruitment software systems and data-driven recruitment analysis.

Personal Attributes

• Skilled at building authentic relationships.
• Curious mindset with the ability to ask insightful questions.
• Strong ownership mentality with the capacity to deliver promptly.
• Balanced focus on quality and commercial considerations.
• Confident and professional communication skills.
• Creatively driven to discover innovative talent attraction methods.
• Thrives in team-oriented settings.
• Committed to ongoing improvement.

Core Competencies

• Effective stakeholder engagement and influence.
• Sound decision-making and professional judgment.
• Adaptability and resilience amid change.
• Strong organization and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Trusted to build credibility at all organizational levels.
• Dedicated to continuous enhancement and achieving positive results.

Benefits

• Access to InformedACADEMY© for award-winning personal and professional development opportunities.
• Support for professional accountancy qualifications.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs.
• Hybrid working options.
• Private Health Care coverage.
• Generous life insurance benefits.
• Gym membership perks.
• Monthly office lunches.
• Onsite massage sessions to promote wellbeing.
• 25 days of paid annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Availability of sabbatical leave.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave with pay.
• Company pension contributions.
• Participation in profit-sharing schemes.
• Coverage of professional subscription fees.
• Unlimited referral incentive scheme, noting qualifying periods apply.

Organizational Culture

At Informed Solutions, we cultivate a culture grounded in innovation, excellence, and integrity.

Our community comprises technologists, consultants, and problem-solvers driven to collaborate on complex challenges.

We value diverse viewpoints and inclusive environments that empower all employees to thrive, contribute, and develop professionally.

Our investment in our people emphasizes curiosity, teamwork, and continuous learning to sustain organizational success.

Joining our team means shaping the recruitment and growth experiences of professionals deploying technology solutions for a smarter, safer, greener, and healthier world.