Talent Acquisition Specialist

• Location: Cambridge
• Hours: Full-time or Part-time
• Contract: 3 months temporary 
• Reports to: Talent Acquisition Manager

REED Business Support are representing our client who is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist. This role is crucial in supporting their team by attracting and hiring top talent to meet their ambitious goals. You will be instrumental in managing the recruitment process from start to finish, ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring managers.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for multiple roles across the UK and Netherlands, ensuring all stages are delivered efficiently and professionally.
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and craft engaging job adverts to attract high-quality candidates.
• Proactively source and pipeline talent using various channels to build strong candidate pools.
• Screen CVs, longlist candidates, and conduct initial assessments to identify the best fit for each role.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews across teams and time zones, maintaining clear communication throughout.
• Maintain the applicant tracking system (ATS) up-to-date, ensuring all actions and documentation are completed promptly and accurately.
• Collaborate with external recruitment agencies where relevant, and assist in evaluating new partners.
• Contribute to People Team initiatives, including template updates, EVP/branding projects, and other HR activities as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 3–5 years’ proven experience managing full-cycle recruitment (sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offers).
• Experience working in-house within a People or HR function, partnering closely with hiring managers.
• Ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously across a variety of functions.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Confident communicator, able to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Comfortable working independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience recruiting across multiple geographies (UK and NL preferred) is desirable.
• Exposure to technical hiring or niche roles is desirable.
• Fluency in Dutch (in addition to English) or another European language is desirable.

Working Arrangements:

• Office presence required at least 2 days per week, with flexibility as business needs change.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, international environment.
• Exposure to a variety of professional challenges and career development opportunities.

To apply for the Talent Acquisition Specialist position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.