Talent Acquisition Partner (fixed-term contract) London, United Kingdom

Company introduction

Compass Pathways plc (Nasdaq: CMPS) is a biotechnology company dedicated to accelerating patient access to evidence-based innovation in mental health. The Company is headquartered in London, UK, with offices in New York City in the US. We focus on developing novel treatments that have the potential to improve the lives of those who are suffering with mental health conditions and who are not helped by current treatments. We are pioneering a new paradigm for treating mental health conditions focused on rapid and durable responses through the development of our investigational COMP360 synthetic psilocybin treatment, potentially a first in class treatment. COMP360 has Breakthrough Therapy designation from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and has received Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) designation in the UK for treatment‑resistant depression (TRD) due to the pressing unmet need in this area. We are currently in phase 3 for TRD, have completed phase 2 studies for both post‑traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anorexia nervosa and are planning a further late‑stage study in PTSD. We envision a world where mental health means not just the absence of illness but the ability to thrive.

Job overview

As a (Senior) Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be working on a range of requisition, from entry‑level to senior, technical and scientific roles within our R&D teams across the US and UK. You’ll support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process, from job scoping and sourcing to selection, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and accurate data in our ATS. Success in this role requires a strong understanding of Compass’s mission and research focus, enabling you to attract and engage top‑tier talent who align with our purpose and values.

Location: Hybrid in our Soho office (London, UK). Reports to Associate Director, Talent Acquisition. Duration: 6‑month contract.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage candidates and requisitions through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and ensuring system data accuracy and process integrity.
• Support and guide internal stakeholders through our recruitment processes.
• Act as the main point of contact for candidates throughout their entire experience, keeping them informed, engaged, and supported.
• Support hiring managers with the creation of job descriptions.
• Lead hiring intake meetings with hiring managers to confirm the search criteria, set up the interview process, and agree on timelines.
• Post job adverts that comply with our internal guidelines, on relevant websites.
• Review and assess direct applicants, with the ability to identify individuals relevant for the current role and future growth within Compass.
• Proactive sourcing, involving searches (including AI‑based tools), building and using networks and direct marketing strategies.
• Conduct screening interviews for non‑scientific and scientific roles.
• Work on offer details with hiring manager and process offer approvals.
• Collaborate with the People Operations team to ensure a smooth handover from offer acceptance to onboarding.
• Support with talent acquisition administration and coordination.
• Be a Compass ambassador, representing our company, our values and vision.

Candidate Profile

An education in STEM, Human Resources or Business Management is preferred; however, equivalent relevant work experience would be considered. Significant recruitment experience gained in a biotech or pharmaceutical environment, preferably in‑house and supporting commercial teams. Proven success hiring for niche and scientific hires in the US or UK. Excellent candidate management and overall communication skills in English (written and oral). Effective collaborator with the rest of the organisation, across Commercial, R&D and G&A. Builds positive relationships with colleagues and candidates; empathetic and service‑oriented. Organised, adaptable, flexible and able to solve problems in a dynamic and international environment (working across time zones). Strong work ethic, transparency, accountability and a sense of urgency. A genuine desire to ensure we hire the best talent. Aligned to our company values of Compassion, Boldness, Rigour and Inclusion.

Benefits & Compensation: Details are available via our internal portal.

Equal opportunities: Reasonable accommodation for UK applicants. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and equality (pursuant to the Equality Act 2010). We do not discriminate based upon race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or disability.

US applicants: Compass Pathways is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military service, genetic information, familial or marital status, or any other status, category, or characteristic protected by applicable law.

Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor employment visas and can only accept applications if you have employment rights in the country to which you are applying.

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