Senior Manager, Talent & Ecosystem - London in Hampshire

h2 Senior Manager, Talent Ecosystem - London /h2 p !--block-- em Are you excited about working with the leaders of high-growth, innovative companies from London and around the world? br /em br /p p !--block-- em Are you looking for a new opportunity where your knowledge of tech and talent has a real impact on Londoners? br /em strong Grow Talent Team /strong /p p !--block-- Grow Talent is an expert team supporting high-growth companies that are either expanding from London or entering the London market from abroad, giving clear advice, data, and connections to accelerate job creation. br /p p !--block-- We are strong fanatical about London /strong and believe that its Londoners from so many backgrounds and parts of the world that make this such a unique city to live and do business. br /p p !--block-- Since the creation of the Grow Talent team in 2024, we have supported hundreds of founders, growth leaders and HO People / Talent with people strategies that enable them to successfully expand their teams in London and beyond. br /p p !--block-- We are strong experts, connectors and convenors: /strong /p ul li !--block-- We work with business leaders to give them the strong no-cost advice and data /strong they need, using tools such as LinkedIn Talent Insights, Ravio and Juicebox. /li li !--block-- We strong connect founders to our network /strong of market-leading recruitment partners, professional communities and networks, Universities, Further Education colleges, and cutting-edge courses and training programmes. /li li !--block-- We strong convene groups of companies to discuss key challenges /strong and strategize together. In recent months we have hosted sessions on hiring GTM, sourcing the best engineers, employer brand, and culture. /li li !--block-- strong Championing the value which comes from inclusive hiring is part of our core mission /strong . We are outspoken advocates for the diversity of Londons talent market and provide guidance on how scaleups can capitalise on this: through our work with individual companies as well as through the publication of guidance, research and events. /li /ul p !--block-- br strong Purpose of Role br /strong br /p p !--block-- London Partners is seeking a passionate, resourceful and personable Senior Manager to join our Grow Talent team, supporting high-growth businesses investing in London to scale their teams effectively and access the best talent. You will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between innovative tech companies and the diverse talent pool London has to offer, shaping the future of talent acquisition in the city. /p p !--block-- br /p h3 Key Tasks /h3 ul li !--block-- Directly strong help companies to access the right talent faster, easier, more efficiently /strong . You will work with founders and leaders to understand their growth ambitions and challenges, helping them to professionalise as they grow their team. As well as guiding companies to the right sources of talent you will also support them to strong level up their People function /strong across topics including employer brand, culture, recruitment best practice, compensation philosophy. /li li !--block-- strong Navigate the talent ecosystem /strong : connect companies with the best recruitment partners and tools, professional communities and networks, the most cutting-edge courses and training programmes. You will help leaders to cut through the noise and find the best resources for their business. /li li !--block-- strong Support London businesses launching in other parts of the world /strong , particularly North America. You will use data tools such as LinkedIn Talent Insights and Ravio to advise founders on where and how best to set up their global teams. /li li !--block-- Advocate for atypical talent: continuously challenge traditional recruitment practices and strong champion the value of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets /strong . Contribute to the creation of content and events to level up hiring practices in the businesses you work with. Create opportunities for people from all backgrounds to find their dream job. /li li !--block-- strong Generate and track impact /strong : across hiring outcomes, client company feedback, impact on disadvantaged Londoners, and programme efficiency. Youll identify best practices to continuously improve the impact of your work and that of the team. /li li !--block-- Be an ambassador: strong advocate for Londons unique talent market /strong and its vibrant culture on the national and international stage. /li /ul h3 Youll have/bring /h3 ul li !--block-- An strong excellent communicator /strong , able to engage credibly with founders and senior businesspeople, articulating complex ideas and strategies. An impactful presenter. /li li !--block-- A skilled strong relationship builder /strong , able to connect and build trust with individuals across different sectors and backgrounds, as well as internally. /li li !--block-- A flexible and resourceful strong problem solver /strong with the ability to identify creative solutions to complex talent and skills challenges. A natural listener with an inquisitive attitude, keen to understand a businesss problems and work out how to help. /li li !--block-- A strong knowledgeable advisor, with a strong understanding of the talent market /strong here in London and internationally. You will be able to provide valuable insight to businesses from day one, understanding the needs of different organisations at different growth stages. /li li !--block-- Fascinated by strong cutting edge innovation, with knowledge of the Deep tech and Life Sciences sectors /strong . You will be motivated to stay up to speed with the latest developments in tech and recruitment sharing this insight with founders and the rest of the organisation. /li li !--block-- An adept strong researcher and strategist /strong , able to quickly identify solutions where the answer is not immediately clear. /li li !--block-- A passionate strong advocate for diversity and inclusion /strong , excited to unlock the potential of underrepresented groups. /li li !--block-- strong Data driven /strong . Proficient in digital tools and platforms for research, communication, and project management. Keen to continuously improve and become more efficient through the use of innovative tools and AI. /li li !--block-- A strong team player who works collaboratively /strong , excited to be part of an organisation focussed on social impact and work with colleagues to make a real difference. /li /ul p !--block-- strong br The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate /strong /p ul li !--block-- An strong industry background with significant experience of operationally supporting businesses to find new talent /strong , and develop existing employees, in relevant tech sectors. /li li !--block-- strong Knowledge of the high-growth technology sector /strong , and in particular the challenges facing startups and scaleups, including in the Deep tech and Life Sciences sectors. /li li !--block-- strong Experience of using data and research tools /strong to produce insight relevant to high-growth businesses. /li li !--block-- Experience of strong developing talent or facilitating hiring from underrepresented or disadvantaged backgrounds /strong . First-hand knowledge of the barriers and issues facing these kinds of candidates /li li !--block-- Ability to work independently to achieve targets as well as collaboratively with other members of the team /li li !--block-- Experience in cross-organisation working to achieve challenging goals at pace by working with different stakeholders /li li !--block-- Resilience and willingness to adapt positively to feedback /li li !--block-- Knowledge of CRMs and creative use of productivity tools to continuously improve the impact of their work /li /ul p !--block-- br /p h3 Youll Get /h3 ul li !--block-- ? strong 30 Days Annual Leave: /strong Generous paid time off to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work. /li li !--block-- ? strong Competitive Salary: /strong We value your contributions and ensure you are rewarded accordingly. /li li !--block-- ? strong Learning Development Opportunities: /strong Continuous growth is at the heart of our culture, with ample opportunities for professional development. /li li !--block-- ? strong Strong Culture of Belonging: /strong We foster an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued and supported. /li li !--block-- ? strong Various Networks for Staff: /strong Connect with like-minded colleagues through our numerous staff networks. /li li !--block-- ? strong Competitive Pension Scheme: /strong Secure your future with our robust pension plan. /li li !--block-- ? strong Networking Opportunities: /strong Expand your professional network within your chosen field. /li li !--block-- ? strong Geopolitical Insights: /strong Gain unique perspectives on global economic and political trends. /li li !--block-- ? strong Hybrid Working Arrangement: /strong Enjoy the flexibility of working both remotely and in-office. /li li !--block-- strong WorkFlex: /strong Take advantage of opportunities to work abroad and experience different cultures. /li /ul p !--block-- /p p !--block-- Londons diversity is its biggest asset. At London Partners, we aim to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity of the city that we promote. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or assignment, faith or disability. We also appreciate that many people require flexibility in their working patterns and encourage you to talk to us at interview about any flexibility you may need, be it full-time, job-share, or part-time. /p p !--block-- /p p !--block-- We encourage applications from all sections of the community. br strong Disclaimer: /strong due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. /p