Talent Acquisition Partner

Talent Acquisition Partner Location: Wednesbury (Hybrid – 1 day WFH once fully trained) Hours: Part-time – 20 to 30 hours per week (over 5 days) Salary: Up to £35,000 pro rata Sector: UK Manufacturing The Opportunity Our client’s Talent Acquisition function is undergoing an exciting transformation, and this newly evolved role will play a key part in shaping how they attract, engage, and hire talent moving forward. This is not a traditional recruitment role. Instead, it takes a strategic, brand-led approach to talent acquisition, focusing on employer branding, candidate engagement, and long-term talent pipeline development. You’ll help position the business as an employer of choice within UK manufacturing, attracting high-quality candidates who align with its culture, values, and long-term vision. The Role As Talent Acquisition Partner, you’ll understand that the candidate journey starts long before a vacancy exists. You’ll develop and deliver recruitment marketing strategies using modern tools and approaches to attract and engage talent. Key responsibilities include: * Developing and delivering employer branding and recruitment marketing strategies * Creating engaging content (job adverts, social media, blogs, testimonials, case studies, email and video content) * Building a consistent and compelling employer brand story across all channels * Developing and maintaining proactive talent pipelines for current and future needs * Engaging directly with candidates to understand motivations and assess fit * Partnering closely with hiring managers in a consultative capacity * Supporting attraction initiatives such as job fairs, events, and alternative sourcing strategies * Tracking and improving the candidate journey through data and insight * Streamlining and improving recruitment processes through tools and automation You will act as a key ambassador for the organisation, representing its values and culture in every candidate interaction. About You You’ll be a confident communicator and natural relationship builder with a strong interest in employer branding and candidate experience. You will: * Be a strong storyteller and content creator * Take a consultative, partnership-led approach with stakeholders * Be proactive, curious, and open to new ideas * Thrive in a changing and fast-paced environment * Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence and self-awareness * Be a creative problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset * Bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to your work Working Pattern This is a primarily site-based role in Wednesbury, with one day per week working from home once fully trained. Flexible part-time hours are available (20–30 per week), with preference toward candidates who can commit closer to 30 hours where possible. Why Join? This is a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation that invests heavily in its people and culture. You’ll be joining a collaborative team with ambitious growth plans and a genuine focus on wellbeing, development, and inclusion. Benefits include: * 25 days holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays * Company pension matched up to 10% * Private medical insurance * Life assurance (6x salary) * Health cash plan * Cycle to work scheme * Free on-site parking * Retail discounts and incentives Interested? If you’re passionate about employer branding, talent attraction, and delivering an exceptional candidate experience, I’d love to tell you more about this opportunity