Talent Acquisition Partner - The Gambling Commission : Job Details

Talent Acquisition Partner BirminghamWhy this role:We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Talent Acquisition Partner to join our dynamic team in Birmingham on a permanent basis. If you're eager to shape the future of our recruitment service offering from the ground up, work strategically and operationally, as well as being part of a team that values efficiency and innovation, then this is the role for you!As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will play a crucial role in delivering our Talent Acquisition and Resourcing services. Your responsibilities will span from managing the end-to-end recruitment and onboarding process to supporting the Senior Manager in strategic initiatives. You will be a key player in establishing our full service offering and ensuring these services are delivered efficiently and professionally across the organisation.Benefits we can offer you:- Civil Service Pension, with 28.97% employer contribution- 26 days’ holiday (pro rata), rising to 29 days after two years’ service- Holiday purchase scheme (option to buy up to five extra days (pro rata) annual leave)- Flexible working & family friendly policies- Ergonomic, fully accessible office, very close to Birmingham New Street Station- Open, collaborative and people focused cultureYour responsibilities:Talent Acquisition & Resourcing- Supporting the Talent Acquisition Lead in transformational projects to professionalise and modernise the service offering across the Commission.- Evaluate and recommend the best external talent sources to meet our strategic goals, empowering hiring managers with recruitment plans and toolkits that reflect our values.- Help to re-design our current recruitment process to place Vacancy Holders and Candidates at the centre.- Advise on and implement creative attraction and selection plans, collaborating with the Communications team and hiring managers to effectively advertise roles.- Develop and nurture relationships with third-party suppliers and coordinate with other Civil Service departments for smooth secondments.- Conduct salary benchmarking to stay current with the external job market, aiding in informed job evaluation decisions.Service Delivery- Deputise for the Talent Acquisition Senior Manager during absences or peak times, showcasing your leadership skills and keeping the team on track.- Stay ahead of the curve with the latest recruitment legislation and diversity and inclusion developments, sharing your insights with the team to keep everyone informed and compliant.- Enhance our employer branding on platforms like Indeed, Glassdoor, and our careers pages to attract top talent and showcase our organisation's strengths.- Implement and maintain structured onboarding processes to ensure new hires feel integrated and valued from day one.Management Information- Provide valuable insights into resourcing activity, anticipating future risks and proposing mitigations based on data.Diversity & Inclusion- Implement the D&I strategy, ensuring diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment processes. Create guides, and training materials, and promote updates to the wider Commission to foster an inclusive culture.What we’re looking for:Essential criteria:1. Demonstrable experience in managing end-to-end recruitment processes, with the ability to advise on best practice within attraction, sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.2. A great communicator, someone who can influence and build rapport with stakeholders of all levels.3. A pro-active and dynamic team player who strives to identify and implement areas of continuous improvement, whilst supporting the team to achieve its objectives.4. Someone with a passion for the Talent Acquisition industry who likes to keep on top of the latest tools, technology and trends.Your application:To apply for this position, please see the Gambling Commission careers website.The Gambling Commission have an anonymised recruitment process, so you should not attach a CV to your application.The selection process for this vacancy will comprise of a remote (Teams) interview consisting of competency and technical questions. To prepare for your interview please familiarise yourself with the STAR technique for answering interview questions.The closing date for this role is midnight on 2nd March 2025.Interviews are expected to be held Week Commencing 17th March 2025.Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.As the regulator of the National Lottery, there are some roles within the Commission that are prohibited from playing the National Lottery. This does not affect your family playing. We will let you know at interview if the role you have applied for is on the Prohibited List.About us:The Gambling Commission is the regulatory authority responsible for overseeing and regulating gambling activities in the United Kingdom. Our primary role is to ensure that gambling is conducted fairly, openly, and free from crime, while also protecting vulnerable individuals from harm.We regulate various forms of gambling, including casinos, bingo, sports betting, and lotteries, and issues licenses to operators. We are committed to ensuring a safe and responsible gambling environment, promoting transparency, and enforcing compliance with legal standards to maintain public trust in the industry.We’re proud to have notable industry recognition, including the Regulatory Excellence Award from the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR). This prestigious award recognised the Commission's international leadership in enhancing consumer protection through industry collaboration.Please apply if you want to be part of an organisation that is force for good!This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.