"Talent Acquisition Specialist"

Are you driven by the chance to connect exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities? We’re seeking a dedicated internal recruiter to join our Huddersfield London Campus, playing a central role in attracting top academic and research professionals.

In this role, you’ll work closely with the Talent Acquisition & Integration Manager, business stakeholders, and Talent Acquisition Specialists to deliver smooth, high-quality hiring experience. You’ll be instrumental in strengthening our employment brand, improving recruitment and onboarding processes, and helping to build a centre of excellence within our Talent Acquisition function. From sourcing and assessing outstanding candidates to developing innovative hiring initiatives, your work will have a tangible impact on how our team grows and thrives.

As an internal recruiter, you’ll witness the direct results of your efforts- the people you bring in become your colleagues, contribute to the culture, and help shape the future of the team. This role is grounded in partnership, pride, and purpose, with a focus on quality, fit, and long-term success.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Screen prospective candidates in a timely manner to evaluate skills, qualifications, and suitability for roles at our Huddersfield London campus.
• Ensure candidates are an excellent fit for both the role and the Study Group culture.
• Produce and post job adverts that attract appropriate, high-quality candidates.
• Conduct introductory screening calls focused on relevance and candidate quality.
• Create shortlists of potential candidates and present them to Hiring Managers.
• Regularly communicate with candidates and Hiring Managers to schedule interviews, advise on assessment criteria, and occasionally join panels to provide support.
• Accurately record candidate information and update progress in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Build specific talent pools using internal databases and sourcing tools for hard-to-fill roles.
• Proactively approach passive candidates for open vacancies using a variety of sourcing tools and systems.
• Align recruitment activities with Study Group’s mission, vision, values, and strategy, translating these into daily actions.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work with changing priorities and support colleagues as required.
• Manage and influence internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Work under pressure to deliver against challenging deadlines while managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes, increase quality of hire, and reduce non-value-added activity.
• Complete ad-hoc tasks and projects as requested by management.
• Comply with Study Group policies and applicable laws, including Workplace Health and Safety, Anti-Discrimination and Harassment, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption, and those relevant to the position.

ABOUT YOU

• Academic recruitment experience is highly desirable.
• Level 3 qualification
• Recruitment qualification (desirable)
• CIPD qualification (desirable)
• Substantial experience in an in-house or RPO environment is preferred, though this is also an excellent opportunity for someone from a recruitment agency background to move in-house. Agency experience is a strength.
• Experience recruiting across multiple functions (Sales, Marketing, Finance, Admin, Operations) is also highly preferred.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), CV databases, and recruitment platforms.
• Understanding of the full 360 recruitment cycle.
• Demonstrable consultative approach to managing effective candidate and stakeholder relationships.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, take ownership of tasks, and see them through to successful outcomes.
• Strong multitasking abilities, with a positive outlook and genuine passion for recruitment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Acute attention to detail is a must.