Talent Acquisition Manager
| Company: | THE FELIX PROJECT |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40k to £45k |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 17 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 16 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Job Advert
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Manager
Reporting to: Head of People and Culture
Salary Range: £40,000 - £45,000
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Hybrid
Hours/Days per week: 35 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
Requirements: Felix can only employ applicants who currently have the right to work in the UK. As part of our safer recruitment
policy, we do ask questions regarding unspent criminal records
WE ARE FELIX
We bring people together to rescue, repurpose, and share surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, turning an environmental
problem into a social opportunity.
Together with 16 other independent charities, 18,000 volunteers, and thousands of partners, we are the UK’s food rescue network,
supporting 1.5 million people across the country.
We‘re about fuller plates, fuller communities, and fuller lives.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To lead and deliver Felix’s direct recruitment strategy, attracting, sourcing and securing exceptional talent across the
organisation. The role will reduce reliance on agency recruitment, enhance cost-effectiveness, and build hiring capability by
partnering with and developing Hiring Managers to make confident, inclusive and effective recruitment decisions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Your normal duties and responsibilities will be set out in your job description. However, the charity may require you to perform
other duties from time to time.
* Responsible for the recruitment of all roles across the charity in all functions, leading recruitment briefing sessions with
Hiring managers and HR Business Partners.
* Upskilling hiring managers to confidently lead recruitment activities, including interviewing techniques and policy compliance
* Creating and posting innovative Job Adverts
* Increasing the use of our social media channels
* Assisting with interview, assessment and offer administration.
* Managing recruitment agencies as required.
* Support the Sr OD Manager with succession planning.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* Previous Recruitment and People Management experience in an in-house role with expertise in influencing at senior level
* Excellent working knowledge of social media as a platform to drive recruitment activity
* Have an excellent working knowledge of LinkedIn, Job boards and Application Tracking Systems
* Good level of computer skills
* A Love for Data and using the data to influence your immediate Manager and other senior stakeholders.
* A creative approach and ability to work with local authorities and community groups to add value and build our reputation
* Ability to work in a fast paced, target driven environment
* Excellent relationship building skills
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
* Confident face to face and telephone manner
EQUITY DIVERSITY INCLUSION & BELONGING
At Felix, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. We value the unique contributions
of every individual and strive to create a respectful, inclusive environment free from discrimination or prejudice. Our commitment
extends to all employees, and volunteers, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of background or characteristics.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Once you apply you will be directed to our recruitment portal. Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your
suitability for the role and make sure that they are both uploaded before submitting your application. After you have submitted
your application, you have 24 hours in which you can access you application and make edits. We will only consider applications
with both CV and cover letter submitted.
RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
We reserve the right to close advertisements early and we might assess candidates and arranging interview as applications come in,
so please apply as soon as possible, to avoid missing out on this opportunity.
Due to the anticipated large number of applicants, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of your application, we regret to
inform you that your application has been unsuccessful. Consequently, will not be able to provide feedback.
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