Talent Acquisition Partner - Executive Search (8 Months Fixed Term Contract)

About ASOS and Role Overview

ASOS is a global online fashion retailer dedicated to empowering customers to express their true selves. This commitment extends to its workforce, fostering an inclusive environment where creativity thrives without judgement. ASOS is also Disability Confident Committed, offering reasonable adjustments during recruitment processes.

As a Talent Acquisition Partner specializing in Executive Search, you will lead efforts to attract and secure top-tier leadership talent across the organization. Your focus will be on key executive hires such as Heads of Departments and Directors, collaborating with senior stakeholders to build a strong leadership pipeline aligned with ASOS's strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for senior roles across multiple business units, including Head of Department and Director positions.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and People Experience partners to establish hiring strategies, define role specifications, and create success profiles.
• Develop and engage leadership talent pools through direct sourcing, market research, and executive search techniques.
• Ensure exceptional experiences for candidates and hiring managers throughout complex recruitment cycles.
• Provide insight into market trends and talent intelligence to support workforce planning.
• Support other Talent Partners by building pipelines for senior management and higher-level roles.
• Drive innovation in executive recruitment by utilizing AI-enabled tools and automation solutions.
• Work jointly with the Talent & Culture team to refine leadership assessment approaches, including the Bar Raiser program and other evaluation methodologies.
• Promote inclusive hiring practices to maintain diverse and high-quality talent pipelines.

Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrable success in executive search, particularly with Head of Department and Director hires.
• In-depth understanding of e-commerce and technology industry talent landscapes.
• Expertise in sourcing executives, talent mapping, and engaging leadership candidates.
• Proven ability to collaborate with senior leaders in dynamic, commercially-driven environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and the confidence to influence senior levels with integrity and discretion.
• Experience in designing or improving leadership assessment frameworks.
• Data-oriented recruiting approach focused on continuous enhancement.
• Keen interest and knowledge of AI applications in recruitment processes.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive hiring initiatives.
• Ability to juggle multiple complex recruitment assignments maintaining confidentiality and quality.
• Familiarity with SmartRecruiters is advantageous.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Attractive employee discount on ASOS products.
• Access to exclusive employee sample sales.
• 25 days of paid annual leave plus an additional celebration day.
• Private medical insurance coverage.
• Discretionary bonus schemes.
• Personalized learning and development opportunities tailored to enhance your performance.

ASOS values in-person collaboration, encouraging employees to work onsite at least three days a week to facilitate faster decision-making, cultivate culture, and promote teamwork that leads to success.