Alexander Steele

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Alexander Steele Recruitment is exclusively partnering with a rapidly growing wholesaler and retailer that is looking to expand its team. We are seeking a dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their head office in Edinburgh.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the company's continued success by managing the full recruitment cycle and attracting top talent into the business. You will work closely with the Recruitment Manager to ensure a seamless hiring process, contributing to the organization's growth and long-term success.

The Role:

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and hiring the best candidates for the business. Your expertise will help shape the future workforce and contribute to building a strong talent pool for both current and future hiring needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to identify qualified candidates across job boards, social media, networking events, and referrals.
• Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline for immediate and future hiring needs.
• Review CVs and applications to assess candidate suitability.
• Conduct initial screening interviews to evaluate candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand job requirements and define ideal candidate profiles.
• Provide insights and recommendations throughout the recruitment process.
• Create compelling job descriptions and post job openings across various platforms.
• Enhance the company’s employer brand through clear, engaging communication.
• Coordinate and facilitate interviews, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Provide feedback and guidance to candidates throughout the process.
• Negotiate and extend job offers, aligning with company policies and candidate expectations.
• Manage the pre-onboarding process to ensure smooth transitions for new hires.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Generate reports to measure recruitment success, including time-to-fill and quality-of-hire metrics.
• Ensure all recruitment practices comply with employment laws and organizational policies.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience in recruiting for a high-volume, multi-site business.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment tools and systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business. If you have the experience and passion to help us attract top talent, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today for a chance to join an innovative and growing team at the forefront of an exciting industry.

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