Talent Acquisition Specialist Remote
Job description
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Reports to: Director of People & Culture
Salary: £32,000
Location: Remote - Work Anywhere in the UK
Work Pattern: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Start Date: ASAP
Join a team that cares about creating a world where all minds belong ️
Lexxic are leaders in empowering neurodiversity in the workplace. A specialist psychological consultancy, we believe all minds belong, so it’s our mission to inspire a working world that supports and values the talents of neurodivergent minds, empowering individuals to be their best selves at work.
Established in 2007 by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Nicola James, after managing the challenges of her own dyslexia while working in the corporate sector, Lexxic is now celebrating fifteen successful years, having grown to a team of over 85 people, working throughout the UK and Ireland with Occupational Health Providers, FTSE 100 companies, government organisations, the higher education sector, and members of the public.
Work in a role that helps to positively impact thousands of lives
Neurodiversity is at the heart of what we do. In 2021 we made a positive impact on over 3,000 lives. We believe that all minds belong, so it is our mission to inspire a working world that supports and values the talents of neurodivergent minds. You will be a key part of driving this change.
Join a team that truly cares
Join a team that loves what they do! You will work with a team that supports you and we will equip you with the tools you need to flourish within your day-to-day role. We need thinkers, doers, dreamers, innovators, and leaders. Passionate people who understand and who care!
Be a leader in the field
We are a leading consultancy in the field of neurodiversity with a 15-year track record. You can expect your team to expand quickly and to innovate new products and services for our clients.
Enjoy an inclusive workplace for all
We welcome all types of backgrounds and neuro-differences at Lexxic. The more diverse our team, the more insightful, imaginative, and inspirational our culture will be. Let’s make a difference together!
Talent Acquisition Specialist at Lexxic
We're looking to add a Talent Acquisition Specialist to our super friendly People & Culture Team at Lexxic. As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Lexxic, you'll play a pivotal role in our mission by identifying, attracting, and nurturing top-tier talent to join us in creating a world where all minds belong. Reporting directly to the Director of People & Culture, you'll be a key player within the People & Culture team, joining us during a period of exponential growth. Your contributions will be instrumental in shaping the future of Lexxic as we continue to lead the way in promoting neurodiversity and inclusivity in the workplace.
What you’ll be doing:
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Job Description and Advertisements (15%):
- Craft detailed and compelling job descriptions for open positions, highlighting key responsibilities, qualifications, and cultural fit.
- Develop engaging job advertisements for various platforms, ensuring they are tailored to attract top talent.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to refine job descriptions and ads based on feedback and evolving job requirements.
- Monitor the performance of job advertisements and make adjustments to improve their reach and effectiveness.
- Vacancy Management (15%):
- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify and manage open positions, ensuring timely recruitment to fill vacancies.
- Maintain a clear overview of all open positions, tracking progress, and updating stakeholders on recruitment status.
- Develop and execute targeted recruitment plans for each vacancy, aligning them with Lexxic's broader talent acquisition strategy.
- Candidate Sourcing (20%):
- Employ a multi-faceted approach to source candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, industry associations, and employee referrals.
- Build strong networks within the talent pool, leveraging relationships to identify and engage with potential candidates.
- Implement innovative sourcing techniques to uncover hidden talent gems.
- Interviewing and Assessment (25%):
- Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' technical skills, cultural fit, and alignment with Lexxic's values.
- Utilise behavioural and competency-based interviewing techniques to identify top talent.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to design customised assessment processes for specific roles.
- Employer Branding (15%):
- Collaborate with Lexxic's Marketing & Communication team to enhance the company's employer brand.
- Develop and maintain engaging and informative content that showcases Lexxic's commitment to neurodiversity and inclusivity.
- Act as an ambassador for Lexxic at industry events and conferences to promote our employer brand.
- Market Research (10%):
- Stay updated on industry talent trends and benchmarks, ensuring Lexxic remains at the forefront of talent acquisition practices.
- Analyse competitor talent strategies and market dynamics to identify areas for improvement and innovation.
- Provide insights and recommendations based on market research to refine Lexxic's recruitment approaches.
Must Have:
- A passion for delivering an outstanding (and personalised) candidate experience.
- A track record of successfully recruiting top talent, particularly in fast-growing environments.
- Experience in inclusive hiring practices.
- Proficiency in developing and executing recruitment strategies aligned with company goals.
- A history of enhancing the employer brand to attract diverse talent.
- Skilled in building and maintaining talent pipelines for ongoing hiring needs.
- Strong market research skills, using data to improve recruitment strategies.
Lexxic Benefits Include:
- Life Assurance at 4x Salary
- Birthday Off
- Private Medical Insurance
- Holiday Trading
- Critical Illness Cover
- Health Screening
- Dental Plan
- Gym Subsidy
- High Street Discounts and Vouchers
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Equal Opportunities
We welcome all types of differences at Lexxic. The more diverse our team, the more insightful, imaginative, and inspirational our culture will be. You may have noticed that we haven't asked you for a cover letter; this is part of our strive to become more neuro-inclusive. If you feel strongly about adding a cover letter, please merge it with your CV before attaching it.
It's important to us at Lexxic that our recruitment process helps you feel like you can be your best on the day. We have a wide range of adjustments that we can offer at any stage of our process, so please do get in touch with us and tell us your story - we would be delighted to help.
Learn more about our offerings and services here: www.lexxic.com
