Associate Talent Acquisition Partner

At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity. Vacancies are available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis because we know the best person for the job isn't always available full-time. Our aim is to facilitate requests wherever possible and managers will consider requests on an individual basis.Join Close Brothers Talent Acquisition team where you will oversee all recruitment activity allocated by the Talent Business Partner, ensuring that the business has access to diverse and high calibre talent.As directed by the TABP, the role holder will partner with hiring managers to ensure delivery of a proactive, robust and inclusive hiring process in line with our competency frameworks to ensure we attract and recruit the 'best' talent. The role has a key focus on pipelining direct talent, driving referrals and promoting internal mobility to
deliver a cost effective and 'value of hire' service.RESPONSIBILITIESBusiness Partnering (as directed by TABP):Provide a seamless, service driven experience for hiring managers where quality of hire, time to hire and cost are prioritised.Provide guidance and advise on job descriptions (in line with our frameworks) to ensure 'check and challenge' of key requirements for the role and inclusive languageSupport the TABP in undertake direct talent mapping as part of hiring approach to identify key talent in the marketSupport hiring managers to ensure a best practice approach is adopted on the vacancy approval process, including governance and systems management (ATS, People@Close)Provide advice to stakeholders on hiring 'best practice' and sourcing optionsPartner and advise hiring managers on adoption of assessment tools in line with our competency frameworksPartner with the business/function to ensure consistent and inclusive 'end to end' hiring practicesEnsure identification and hiring of
talent which supports required future skillsCandidate Attraction and ResourcingManage the full recruitment process - from advertising vacancies on appropriate job boards, screening candidates, through to interview, candidate feedback and offer negotiationDevelop a continual pipeline of candidates through direct channels, internet sourcing, agencies and networkingPre-qualify potential candidates to determine their qualifications through profiling, psychometric assessments and behavioural based interviewingSupport the hiring process for other Talent programmes (where required) such as our internships and entry level programmesEnsure constructive feedback is given on all CVs and interviews, linking in with the HRBP to ensure successful candidates are provided feedback to feed into their development plansWE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:Experience in recruitment (in-house or agency)Strong stakeholder management skills, with an ability to influence at all levelsExperience

of assessing candidate capability/suitability utilising various toolsAbility to source high quality candidates directlyFamiliarity with current sourcing techniques and ability to remain current with developing techniquesAbility to manage multiple searches with varying prioritiesExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to manage work requests working to tight timescales whilst maintaining qualityAbility to deliver a recruitment service in line with the agreed service levelsExperience of tracking recruitment metrics and driving improvements off insightWe are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs that require adjustments to ensure they have a fair and equal opportunity to demonstrate their skills and abilities. Candidates who require the job description or application form in an alternative format, or any other adjustments, are encouraged to email us at ##### or request a call

back.ABOUT USAt Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working.Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250.To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page:To find out more about life at Close Brothers:To find out more about our benefits:To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment:Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion ¦ Close Brothers Group #J-18808-Ljbffr