Talent Attraction Specialist – R&D Location: London (Hybrid working) The candidate is responsible for shaping and executing the talent attraction and sourcing strategy across Research & Development. This role plays a critical part in identifying, engaging, and building diverse talent pipelines for future scientific, clinical, digital, data, and innovation-focused hiring needs across the R&D organization. You will partner closely with Recruitment Business Partners, hiring leaders, and workforce planning stakeholders to deliver proactive, market-informed sourcing strategies that enable us to attract world-class talent across Drug Discovery, Development, Biomedical Research, Clinical Development, Build a high-quality, agile and business-aligned sourcing strategy Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies aligned to the priorities and workforce plans of R&D business units Maintain close alignment with scientific and technical hiring needs across R&D functions Translate workforce planning priorities into proactive talent attraction campaigns, talent pools, and succession pipelines Anticipate evolving capability requirements and future talent demands across key R&D disciplines Use data, market intelligence, and talent insights to identify critical talent segments and sourcing priorities Build and maintain deep pipelines of external talent across scientific, clinical, digital, data, AI, and innovation-related disciplines Deliver high-quality longlists and shortlists through direct sourcing, market mapping, talent engagement, and networking activities. Drive a data-led approach to sourcing prioritisation, pipeline management, and talent attraction effectiveness Leverage talent intelligence platforms, AI-enabled sourcing tools, competitor analysis, and labor market insights to optimise hiring outcomes Monitor and report on sourcing performance, pipeline quality, diversity outcomes, and market trends 5+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, Talent Attraction, or Strategic Sourcing, preferably within life sciences, biotechnology, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or other highly specialised industries ~ Demonstrated success building proactive pipelines for scientific, clinical, technical, digital, or business-critical roles ~ Experience conducting market mapping and talent landscape analysis ~ Strong capability in using data and talent insights to influence sourcing strategies and hiring outcomes ~ Familiarity with AI-enabled sourcing tools, CRM platforms, talent intelligence solutions, and advanced search methodologies
Talent Acquisition Specialist - Recruitment in City of London employer: Cpl Life Sciences
Cpl Life Sciences is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration in the biotechnology sector. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, team members benefit from hybrid working arrangements in West London, allowing for a balanced work-life integration while contributing to groundbreaking projects in regulatory affairs. The company values continuous improvement and provides opportunities for meaningful contributions to the advancement of healthcare solutions.
