Talent Acquisition Partner (Business & Commercial)
Description
Talent Acquisition Partner
We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner in our Talent Acquisition team.
The Talent Acquisition team sits within the wider People team at Funding Circle and our TA team are part of all new Circlers journeys. They support applicants through the hiring process whilst partnering with the wider business on recruitment and people related initiatives.
Please note, the minimum expectation for office attendance is two to three days per week in our central London office.
Who are we?
We’re Funding Circle. We back small businesses to succeed.
At Funding Circle, we believe the world needs small businesses. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to help them get the finance they need to grow.
With more than a decade of expertise under our belt, we’ve built a game-changer of a platform with cutting-edge data and technology that’s reshaping the landscape of SME lending. Say goodbye to lengthy applications and hello to lightning-fast decisions! In just minutes, SMEs across the UK can get a decision, giving them access to competitive funding in a flash.
We know that good business is about good people. So we pride ourselves on providing meaningful, human support as well as fast, hassle free processes to deliver an unbeatable customer experience.
The role
This role sits within the Talent Acquisition team and will be responsible for supporting hiring across defined business areas within Business and Commercial functions
- Utilise various sourcing methods (including job boards, social media, networking, etc.) to identify and engage potential candidates. Proactively reach out to passive candidates and build a pipeline of talent
- Review CVs, conduct phone screens, and assess candidates' qualifications against job requirements
- Schedule interviews and ensure a smooth interview process for all parties involved
- Provide an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. Serve as the main point of contact for candidates, answer their questions, and keep them informed about the status of their application
- Work closely with hiring managers to develop competitive offers for selected candidates
- Present offers, negotiate terms, and facilitate the offer acceptance process
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS)
- Contribute to employer branding initiatives to enhance the company's reputation as an employer of choice
- Support on wider Talent Acquisition projects and seeking out improvement opportunities within the role
- Proactively problem solving, identifying and confidently mitigating any risks, issues or control weaknesses that arise in your day-to-day
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Partner or similar role, and experience working in a recruitment agency environment
- Familiarity with recruitment techniques and best practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools, as well as experienced using a HRIS
- Knowledge of relevant employment laws and regulations, particularly Right to Work.
At Funding Circle we are committed to building diverse teams so please apply even if your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the requirements.
Want to learn more?
- We have a huge impact on the businesses that borrow through our platform, the communities they serve and the overall economy (last year £6.9bn of GDP generated). You can read our full Impact Report here: https://www.fundingcircle.com/uk/impact
- To see what our customers think, visit our Trustpilot page: https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/fundingcircle.com
- And we’re still evolving! Our award-winning multi-product platform is solving more SME finance challenges than ever before. We think big, rally together and meet the needs of SME customers like no other.
Why join us?
At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We’re proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better.
We back our Circlers to build their own incredible career, making a difference to small businesses every day. Our Circler proposition is designed to support employees both in and out of work, and it is anchored around four pillars: Health, Weath, Development & Lifestyle.
A few highlights:
- Health: Private Medical Insurance through Aviva, Dental Insurance through Bupa, MediCash, access to free online therapy sessions and exclusive discounts with Hertility for reproductive health support.
- Wealth: Octopus Money Coach, free mortgage advisor partnership and discounts across numerous retailers through Perks at Work.
- Development: Dedicated annual learning allowance and full access to internal learning platform.
- Lifestyle: Wellhub (for fitness discounts), Electric Car Scheme and more!
And finally, we have award winning parental leave policies supporting parents through enhanced maternity, partner and adoption leave, as well as additional leave for parental bereavement and for fertility treatments.
Ready to make a difference? We’d love to hear from you.
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