Talent Acquisition Partner - Head Office

Overview

Following the acquisition of The Co‑operative Bank, we are bringing together two purpose‑driven organisations to shape the future of UK financial services. The role is part of Head Office and focuses on best‑practice talent acquisition with a strong emphasis on diverse talent, direct sourcing and meaningful candidate experiences.

Position

Talent Acquisition Partner – Head Office (Manchester or Binley, Coventry). The role is a group position that requires travel between both locations and operates under a hybrid working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

As a trusted partner aligned to functional and executive stakeholders, you will manage all recruitment needs and be accountable for shaping and delivering effective recruitment and hiring strategies.

You will use data and insight to tell compelling stories, promote success and address talent challenges with clear plans and communication.

You will work closely with People, Talent and Culture colleagues, drawing on workforce capability, talent and succession planning to ensure the right skills and capabilities are delivered through Talent Acquisition.

You will recruit for complex and senior hiring requirements, partner with recruiters and IT Technical RPO, act as a visible advocate for employer brand, and represent the organisation at industry events.

Requirements

• Strong recent experience in an equivalent in‑house Talent Acquisition role.
• Partnering experience with senior business leaders across Head Office functions (e.g., finance, legal, commercial).
• Ability to drive your approach and recruitment strategy with accountability, impact and influence.
• Direct sourcing experience at all levels including Senior Leadership.
• A strong team ethos with experience in supporting and developing others.
• Evidence of building creative and effective recruitment strategies using professional networks, social media, talent pools, headhunting, etc.
• Experience in developing selection processes and materials to ensure best practice and an inclusive, positive experience.
• Experience and knowledge of Talent Acquisition technology, industry developments, best practice, policy, end‑to‑end process and awareness of appropriate legislation.

Experience in these areas would be helpful:

• Financial Services
• Eploy and Workday knowledge
• Relevant recruitment qualifications

Benefits

• 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays and a holiday buy/sell scheme
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme
• Personal pension with enhanced contributions
• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Extensive wellbeing support
• Life assurance (6 times annual salary)

About You

To be successful you should already be a strong communicator, able to consult, influence and be a trusted partner with a wide range of colleagues across various roles and seniorities.

Flexibility and Why It Matters

We understand the need for flexibility and will consider alternative working patterns wherever possible. Discuss possibilities before you apply.

Disability Inclusive Employer

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer and offer interview or assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria.

Location

Manchester

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