Job Description

Role:

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Department:

Recruitment

Term:

12 Month Secondment

Location:

Liverpool, Hybrid

Working hours:

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 09:00am - 17:30pm

Due to continued success and growth, we currently have an exciting opportunity to join our collaborative in-house Talent Acquisition team on a 12 Month Secondment.

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be focusing on the full life cycle of recruiting, including succession planning, sourcing, candidate screening, stakeholder management, regulatory compliance, and reporting.

This role concentrates on long-term recruiting strategies, looking for the future, being proactive as well as reactive with recruitment needs. The Talent Acquisition Specialist works with leadership teams to plan for hiring and internal candidate development.

What you will be doing:

Key Responsibilities include:

Creating and posting of job descriptions and adverts posted both internally and externally Source and manage candidates, both active and passive, through available channels including the internal ATS, LinkedIn, Job boards, socials etc. Delivering full candidate screening ensuring the requirements of regulations are met (FCA) Advise hiring leads on interviewing, hiring, and candidate evaluation Handle all administrative tasks related to the candidate cycle, including reporting to governmental agencies and internal clients Work with the compensation department to determine a market rate salary for each new hire Provide guidance and forecasting for future hiring needs Supporting with ad-hoc projects

What we're looking for:

Highly organised with excellent time management skills Able to manage complex workloads and meet numerous deadlines Excellent people skills, able to collaborate with a wide range of people to meet deadlines A background in financial services is desirable, but not essential An eye for detail, able to use data to identify opportunities Recruitment experience/ knowledge is essential

Grow with Acorn

At Acorn Insurance, we're proud of our Liverpool roots -- and even prouder of how far we've come. As part of the Acorn Group, we bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK and reached a milestone 750 million in total value of insurance policies written in 2024.

We're growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share:

o We run through walls for our customers and each other o We challenge the status quo o We succeed when we help those around us succeed o We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement

Benefits:

o 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options o 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go! o Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform o Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs o Recognition awards, social events & more

Our Commitment to our colleague's:

These aren't just words -- they're the principles we live by. And we're proud to back them up with real action, earning recognition and accreditation from leading organisations that share our commitment to people and growth:

o Mindful Employer - championing mental health and wellbeing Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 - creating accessible, inclusive opportunities o Menopause Friendly accredited - supporting every stage of life o? Armed Forces Covenant signatory - honouring those who serve o Great Places to Work 2024/25 - fostering an engaging and positive workplace culture o Best Place to Work for Development - proud to be investing in people's future o?o Best Place to Work for Women - breaking down barriers to women's career progression

If you're looking for a company with a strong culture, real career progression, and a people-first approach -- all rooted in the heart of Liverpool -- Grow with Acorn.

A Few Things to Know Before You Apply

We're really excited that you're considering joining Acorn! To help everything go smoothly, here are a couple of things to keep in mind:

Checks & Clearances

All roles at Acorn are subject to DBS and financial checks. Any offer we make will be conditional until these are completed to a satisfactory standard.

Visa Requirements

Because our training is quite comprehensive, we can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship.

We're Here to Support You

We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process--or once you're part of the team--just let us know. Whether it's flexible hours, adapted equipment, or a bit of extra support, we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work.

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