Talent Acquisition Partner - Technical - 12-month FTC

Indra is one of the leading global technology and consulting companies and the technological partner for core business operations of its customers worldwide. It is a world‑leader in providing proprietary solutions in specific segments in Transport and Defence markets, and the leading firm in Digital Transformation Consultancy and Information Technologies in Spain and Latin America through its affiliate Minsait.

Role Purpose

The Talent Acquisition Partner is responsible for delivering high‑quality technical hiring across the UK & Ireland region, focusing on our growing mobility market, partnering with business leaders and HR colleagues to attract and recruit top talent. Operating as part of a global HR structure, the TA Partner owns the full recruitment lifecycle for their region while aligning with global strategies, employer brand, and TA best practices. Due to project demands we require someone to join us immediately so you must be available to start in the next few weeks.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment Strategy & Execution: Own and manage the end‑to‑end recruitment process, from briefing to offer stage. Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, sourcing strategies, and timelines. Deliver a high‑quality candidate and hiring manager experience throughout the process.
• Candidate Sourcing & Engagement: Source candidates directly through job boards, LinkedIn, internal talent pools, and proactive headhunting. Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for critical or recurring roles. Manage relationships with recruitment agencies and RPO providers (if applicable).
• Process Excellence & Compliance: Ensure all recruitment activity is compliant with local laws (e.g., right to work, DEI legislation). Use the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and HRIS to manage workflows, reporting, and documentation. Monitor time‑to‑fill, cost‑per‑hire, and quality of hire KPIs, identifying areas for improvement.
• Employer Branding & DEI: Support employer brand efforts, including career site content, social media, and recruitment campaigns. Champion inclusive hiring practices in line with local expectations and global DEI goals.
• Stakeholder Management: Advise line managers on hiring best practices, interview techniques, and market trends. Collaborate closely with HRBPs, Payroll/HR Operations, and Learning & Development to ensure seamless onboarding and candidate experience.

Key Relationships

• Hiring Managers across business functions
• HR Business Partners and HR Director
• Global Talent Acquisition CoE
• Payroll & HR Shared Services
• External recruitment partners

Qualifications

• Experienced talent acquisition partner with a strong track record in technical recruitment across engineering, IT, and STEM, ideally in‑house, though agency experience will also be considered.
• Familiarity with ATS and sourcing tools (e.g., Workable, LinkedIn Recruiter, Workday, SmartRecruiters, Greenhouse, etc.).
• Knowledge of employment law and best practice in recruitment compliance.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders and requisitions concurrently.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong sourcing and interviewing skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Data‑driven approach with attention to detail
• Commercially aware with a growth mindset
• Organised, responsive, and solutions‑focused
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

Desirable

• Experience with employer branding and EVP activation
• Exposure to DEI hiring practices or inclusive recruitment certifications
• Familiarity with psychometric assessments or structured interview tools

Benefits

• Holidays: 25 days per annum + 8 days bank holidays (options to buy/sell days)
• Pension – 4% employee and 4% employer
• Private medical insurance (including dental & optical)
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible/remote working options
• Social events (formal & informal)
• Learning and development programs
• Innovative & collaborative work environment

Indra is an equal employment opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.