Senior Talent Acquisition Manager

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Senior Talent Acquisition Manager

Salary: Competitive salary plus car allowance, private medical and pension

Location: Hybrid - Cannock, Staffordshire

Duration: 12 months fixed-term contract

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It''s why we''re looking for someone who''s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

• Facilities including a free onsite gym, parking and subsidised restaurant
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you''ll be doing;

• Reporting to the Head of Employee Experience, you''ll play a crucial role in delivering the Talent Acquisition strategy.
• Leading, managing, and mentoring an in-house TA team consisting of 2 direct Talent Acquisition Business Partners and 12 indirect Specialists, Advisors, and Administrators.
• Developing and implementing recruitment strategies to support business objectives.
• Driving innovative sourcing strategies to include executive search for senior roles.
• Ensuring recruitment practices promote diversity and inclusion, with a focus on attracting candidates from underrepresented groups.
• Collaborating with department heads and HR leads to understand future hiring needs and providing strategic guidance.
• Maintaining a strong employer brand and social media presence.
• Leading the Managed Service Provider relationship for Veolia''s contingent workforce.
• Monitoring KPIs and analysing recruitment metrics to identify areas for continuous improvement

What we''re looking for;

Essential:

• Proven track record as a senior Talent Acquisition professional with demonstrable leadership and management experience.
• Self-starter with a broad strategic mindset and strong business acumen with the ability to implement TA initiatives in fast paced operational environments.
• Experience managing complex recruitment projects within large-scale organisations.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience in building and developing high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated success in designing and implementing strategic talent acquisition initiatives.

Job Posting End Date:

06-08-2025

What''s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We''re proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we''re also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We''re dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We''re also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.