Talent Acquisition Manager

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Manager to join our People & Culture team and oversee recruitment for all UK hotels. We are seeking someone with previous experience in a talent acquisition or recruitment management role, who has excellent communication skills, strong organisational skills, and a passion for identifying and attracting top talent. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, ensuring that Red Carnation Hotels continues to build a team of exceptional individuals who share our commitment to excellence in hospitality. This position reports into the Director of People & Culture and oversees a team of two colleagues.

Location: Central Head Office, London SW1X 7HH, UK

Employment type: Full-time

Working pattern: Monday to Friday

Salary: Competitive

Key Responsibilities of the Talent Acquisition Manager:

• Understand hotel needs, develop recruitment strategies, and forecast future hiring requirements.
• Enhance Red Carnation Hotels' employer brand to appeal to high-calibre candidates, aligning with the company's values and culture.
• Utilise various channels, including job boards, social media, career fairs, and employee referrals, to identify and engage potential candidates.
• Review CVs and applications, conduct in-depth interviews, and assess candidates' qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
• Ensure a hands-on approach to selecting the best talent for each position.
• Work with People & Culture and other departments to ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new hires, facilitating their integration into the company culture.
• Implement strategies to attract diverse talent, ensuring an inclusive hiring process that reflects Red Carnation Hotels' commitment to equality.
• Monitor recruitment metrics, analyse data to assess the effectiveness of hiring strategies, and provide regular reports to senior management.

What are we looking for?

• A strong background in talent acquisition or recruitment management, preferably in the hospitality industry, with a track record of successfully filling diverse roles.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with hiring managers and candidates, ensuring a smooth recruitment process.
• A natural relationship builder who thrives on connecting with people, creating a positive and welcoming experience for candidates, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• The ability to think outside the box and develop innovative recruitment strategies that attract top talent and set Red Carnation Hotels apart from competitors.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail to ensure that recruitment processes are efficient, candidates are accurately assessed, and all hiring documentation is meticulously managed.
• A passion for promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace by attracting talent from various backgrounds and creating an inclusive hiring process.
• Comfortable with using ATS, job boards, and social media platforms, as well as the ability to analyse recruitment data to continuously improve strategies and processes.

What's in it for you?

• Holiday allowance starting at 20 days and increasing with length of service up to 27 days + 8 bank holidays.
• Professional, award winning learning and development opportunities from day one.
• Enhanced paid maternity leave & paternity leave.
• 50% off on food and 25% off on beverages in any Red Carnation Hotels F&B outlets.
• Discounted accommodation rates at Red Carnation Hotels worldwide.
• Two paid volunteering days each year, because we care about our community.
• Access to immediate Employee Assistance Programme, because we care about our employees.
• Vibrant hotel recognition events every month and hotel-based incentives (Employee of the Month / Manager of the Quarter).
• Social and team building events per hotel.
• Global Employee Appreciation Party, where we get to celebrate our incredible teams.

Red Carnation Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.