Manager, Talent Acquisition (Maternity Cover) in London

• Manager, Talent Acquisition (Maternity Cover)
• London, England

Who We Are

Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is a global brand and entertainment platform that owns and invests in iconic intellectual property and cultural assets.

It accelerates brands through a set of specialized businesses that combine powerful storytelling, premium content, unforgettable live experiences and global commerce.

Through a network of more than 1,700 best-in-class licensees and strategic partners across 150 countries and expansive distribution, Authentic’s brands drive more than $38 billion in annual systemwide retail sales worldwide.

Authentic’s diversified portfolio spans more than 50 brands and reaches nearly one billion social media followers.

Its roster includes Reebok, Champion, Shaquille O’Neal, David Beckham, Kevin Hart, Sports Illustrated, Elvis Presley, Muhammad Ali, Marilyn Monroe, GUESS, Aéropostale, Nautica, Eddie Bauer, Lucky Brand, Nine West, Brooks Brothers, Juicy Couture, Vince Camuto, Izod, Van Heusen, Dockers, Ted Baker, Hart Schaffner Marx, Vince, Barneys New York, Judith Leiber, Quiksilver, Spyder, Billabong, Volcom, Roxy, RVCA, DC Shoes, Prince, Sperry and Hunter.

You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment.

What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job.

If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat.

Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands.

With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission.

We reimagine, evolve and transform brands!

At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage.

Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.

Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.

What You’ll Do

This role is a 12-month maternity cover.

The Manager, Talent Acquisition drives business, capability, and culture objectives by delivering key hires at all levels.

From providing a positive candidate experience to coaching hiring managers in identifying and recruiting critical talent, you will contribute to Authentic’s growth and success.

As a key member of the regional People & Talent team you will report into and partner with the SVP, People & Talent, International and will be responsible for delivering the over-arching talent strategy to the EMEAI region.

Collaborating closely with business and recruitment leaders, the Manager of Talent Acquisition will manage full recruitment lifecycle including shaping and implementing hiring plans, managing complex and confidential searches, and ensuring an exceptional, inclusive interview process.

This is a hands-on, high-impact position in a dynamic, agile and growth environment.

• What You’ll Be Working On
• Lead full recruitment lifecycle for EMEAI based roles across all business functions including Lifestyle, Entertainment, and corporate teams such as Finance, IT and Operations at all levels of the organisation.
• Partner with P&T Business Partners, senior regional leadership and global hiring managers to understand business objectives and translate them into tailored, impactful hiring strategies.
• Manage complex, confidential and executive-level searches, leveraging strategic sourcing, networking, referrals and market mapping to attract and secure high-calibre talent.

Ensuring a seamless process from start to finish.

• Lead on new territory analysis to support regional growth, working with EOR and People Operations teams to assess employment requirements and inform expansion decisions.
• Champion diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging across recruiting practices, talent pipelines and candidate engagement.
• Deliver data-driven insights to inform hiring decisions and influence business planning.
• Alongside the SVP, People and Talent - International, manage the approval process for offers, headcount requests and req openings, ensuring all approvals are obtained in a timely, controlled and well-documented manner, in line with established processes.
• Professionally and authentically represent the company and its brands, ensuring a positive employer brand presence in the market.
• Lead the EMEAI Campus Programme from start to finish by partnering with hiring managers to deliver meaningful intern experiences, coordinating student placements, and delivering intern onboarding, workshops and engagement events.
• Identify opportunities to improve our employer value proposition externally including talent acquisition materials, brand positioning on career sites, and other means of presenting Authentic to candidates.
• Use internal global tools, and partner with the Total Rewards and Compensation function, to provide market benchmarking and salary analysis to support hiring decisions.
• Partner with the SVP, People and Talent – International on organisational structure and development, providing insight into team structures, role responsibilities, employee experience and capabilities to inform organisational decisions, supported by job description development and compensation benchmarking.
• Ensure compliance and governance across Talent Acquisition processes, maintaining robust, consistent and well-documented procedures that align with regulatory requirements, internal policies and company standards.
• Manage the offer and contracting process from start to finish, ensuring offers accurately reflect agreed terms, benefits are appropriately packaged and all documentation and approvals are completed in a timely manner.
• Build effective partnerships with hiring managers and colleagues globally, sharing best practices and ensuring a consistent approach to Talent Acquisition.
• Other projects, as needed.

Must Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field; equivalent experience also considered.
• 6+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience.
• Experience of working in both privately held and publicly listed companies is advantageous.
• Proven success hiring across corporate functions with lifestyle, fashion, or consumer brands is a plus.
• Proven experience partnering closely with internal People & Talent teams to support team growth and organisational development, including advising on the effective use of recruitment agencies.
• Strong track record managing complex and confidential searches with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience building strategic partnerships with business leaders and influencing hiring decisions.
• Proficient in using applicant tracking and other platforms/systems; experience with Greenhouse, Linked In enterprise recruiting, and similar platforms is a plus.
• Skilled in sourcing, interviewing, and negotiating offers across various roles and seniority levels.
• Ability to balance high-volume recruiting with targeted, specialised searches.
• Deep understanding of best practices in candidate experience, DEI hiring, and employment branding.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.
• Occasional travel may be required to support in-person events or onsite hiring needs.
• Fraud Alert: Unauthorized Job Offers and Impersonations

We have been made aware of fraudulent job offers and interview requests being sent by individuals falsely claiming to represent Authentic.

These scams are often initiated via email, employment websites and social media, and may include fake interview requests, offer letters or attempts to collect personal and financial information.

Please note

• All legitimate Authentic job postings can be found only on our official website (authentic. com) or through our verified Linked In page (
• Authentic does not conduct interviews over Teams or Zoom without prior email correspondence from a verified @authentic. com email address.
• We will never ask you for sensitive personal information, payment or banking details as part of the hiring process.

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Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members.

We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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Candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK.