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Our Client a leading financial services business, offering innovative solutions to clients worldwide is looking for a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to join their talent team.
Priding themselves on fostering a collaborative and dynamic workplace that encourages growth, and excellence, the talent team are looking for a Senior Talent professional specialising in Risk Recruitment to join their team.
Job Description:
As a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner focusing on risk recruitment, you will play a critical role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top-tier talent for risk-related roles across our business. You will work closely with senior business leaders and hiring managers to support the growth and strengthening of our risk and compliance teams. Your expertise in risk management recruitment will help us attract professionals who have a deep understanding of financial regulations, operational risk, and risk mitigation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Full-Cycle Recruitment for EMEA: Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for a variety of risk-focused roles, including but not limited to Risk Analysts, Risk Managers, Compliance Officers, Operational Risk, Credit Risk, Market Risk, and Regulatory Affairs positions.
- Strategic Talent Acquisition: Develop and execute effective talent acquisition strategies to attract high-caliber candidates within the risk and financial services sector. Leverage innovative sourcing techniques, networks, and partnerships to build a pipeline of top talent.
- Stakeholder Management: Partner with senior leaders, hiring managers, and HR teams to understand business needs, advise on market trends, and tailor recruitment strategies for risk recruitment.
- Market Expertise: Stay up-to-date with industry developments, trends, and regulations in the financial services and risk management sectors. Share market insights with the hiring team to optimize recruitment approaches and ensure competitive hiring practices.
- Candidate Assessment & Engagement: Screen, interview, and assess candidates' technical expertise, experience, and cultural fit for risk management roles. Present shortlisted candidates to hiring managers with thorough evaluations and recommendations.
- Offer Negotiation & Onboarding: Manage the negotiation process for job offers, ensuring alignment between candidate expectations and business requirements. Support candidates through the offer and onboarding processes, ensuring a seamless transition into the organization.
- Metrics & Reporting: Track and report on recruitment KPIs, including time-to-fill, candidate quality, and diversity. Provide regular updates and insights to senior leadership.
Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in recruitment, with a strong focus on risk-related positions in the financial services industry (e.g., banking, insurance, investment management).
- Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of risk management, compliance, financial regulations, and related sectors. A solid grasp of the financial services landscape and its talent needs is essential.
- Recruitment Expertise: Proven track record of successfully filling mid- to senior-level risk positions in a fast-paced, competitive environment.
- Stakeholder Management: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders and hiring managers.
- Sourcing Skills: Expertise in sourcing passive candidates using a variety of platforms and networks, including LinkedIn, industry events, and professional associations.
- Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail with the ability to assess candidate suitability accurately. Data-driven approach to tracking and improving recruitment performance.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Hybrid Working (4 days in the office, 1 day WFH)
- Annual Bonus
- Inclusive Culture
- 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays. Holiday increases to up to 30 days for every year worked
- Birthday off
- Office snacks and refreshments
Salary to be discussed on application.
