HR Manager - Talent Acquisition & Development
Full-time
Mid
Description
Our client is seeking a strategic and proactive HR Manager to lead their Talent Acquisition and Development functions in Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK . This comprehensive role will be responsible for designing and implementing robust recruitment strategies to attract top talent, as well as developing and managing employee development programmes that foster growth and engagement. You will work closely with senior leadership to align talent initiatives with the company’s strategic objectives, build a strong employer brand, and cultivate a high-performance culture. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to shape and lead critical talent functions within a dynamic organisation.
Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy to attract, assess, and onboard qualified candidates. Oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle, from job posting and candidate sourcing to interviewing and offer management. Build and maintain strong relationships with external recruitment agencies and other talent partners. Develop and implement robust employee development programmes, including training, performance management, and career pathing. Design and deliver leadership development initiatives to nurture future leaders. Champion the development of a positive and high-performing organisational culture. Create and manage the employer branding strategy to enhance the company's reputation as an employer of choice. Analyse HR metrics and key performance indicators related to talent acquisition and development to inform strategy and measure success. Collaborate with departmental managers to identify current and future talent needs. Ensure HR policies and practices related to recruitment and development are compliant and effective. Manage the HR budget for talent acquisition and development initiatives. Qualifications and Skills: CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent relevant experience. Significant experience in HR management, with a focus on talent acquisition and employee development. Proven track record of developing and implementing successful recruitment strategies. Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering learning and development programmes. Strong understanding of talent management principles and best practices. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience in building and managing employer brand initiatives. Proficiency in HRIS and applicant tracking systems (ATS). Strategic thinking and ability to translate business needs into HR solutions. Experience in managing budgets and HR projects. Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices. This impactful role is based in our client's Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK office, offering the chance to significantly influence the growth and development of their workforce.
Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy to attract, assess, and onboard qualified candidates. Oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle, from job posting and candidate sourcing to interviewing and offer management. Build and maintain strong relationships with external recruitment agencies and other talent partners. Develop and implement robust employee development programmes, including training, performance management, and career pathing. Design and deliver leadership development initiatives to nurture future leaders. Champion the development of a positive and high-performing organisational culture. Create and manage the employer branding strategy to enhance the company's reputation as an employer of choice. Analyse HR metrics and key performance indicators related to talent acquisition and development to inform strategy and measure success. Collaborate with departmental managers to identify current and future talent needs. Ensure HR policies and practices related to recruitment and development are compliant and effective. Manage the HR budget for talent acquisition and development initiatives. Qualifications and Skills: CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent relevant experience. Significant experience in HR management, with a focus on talent acquisition and employee development. Proven track record of developing and implementing successful recruitment strategies. Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering learning and development programmes. Strong understanding of talent management principles and best practices. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Experience in building and managing employer brand initiatives. Proficiency in HRIS and applicant tracking systems (ATS). Strategic thinking and ability to translate business needs into HR solutions. Experience in managing budgets and HR projects. Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices. This impactful role is based in our client's Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK office, offering the chance to significantly influence the growth and development of their workforce.