Director of Talent Enhancement

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hearst Communications, Inc. Full time

About Hearst UK

Hearst UK is a leading premium publisher, renowned for iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and Country Living. We foster a collaborative work environment where everyone can contribute their best. Our commitment to innovation and improvement drives us to develop and refine our processes.

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented Talent & Development Partner to join our People function. As a key member of the team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting both recruitment and development needs across assigned business areas. Reporting to the Head of Business Partnering, you will collaborate closely with senior leaders to attract top talent while building pathways for continuous professional growth and development within the company.

Key Responsibilities

  • Talent Acquisition: Lead end-to-end recruitment efforts for commercial or editorial roles, from identifying hiring needs to sourcing, interviewing, negotiating offers, onboarding, and inducting top-tier talent.
  • Develop and implement innovative, tailored recruitment strategies to attract diverse and high-quality candidates across your assigned functions.
  • Build strong relationships with hiring managers, providing expert guidance and support on recruitment best practices, candidate selection, and market trends.
  • Promote diversity and inclusion in all recruitment processes, ensuring equal opportunity and representation in the candidate pipeline.

Employer Branding and Candidate Experience:

  • Enhance the employer brand by showcasing Hearst as an employer of choice within the media industry and with our partners.
  • Create a positive and seamless candidate experience, from the initial interaction to the final stages of onboarding.
  • Oversee and conduct an annual review of the Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for learning and recruitment partners, ensuring advantageous terms are secured.
  • Partner with marketing and communications teams to promote our brand through digital platforms, industry events, and other channels.
  • Manage our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), Orc, in collaboration with US Talent Acquisition and Technology teams, focusing on system upgrades and user training.

Talent Development and Learning:

  • Collaborate with the Head of Business Partnering to identify development needs aligned with functional people plans and design tailored learning programs for commercial and editorial staff to deliver these plans.
  • Develop and implement career pathways and internal mobility initiatives, providing opportunities for employees to grow within the company.
  • Drive a culture of continuous learning by facilitating development workshops, bespoke coaching sessions, and dynamic mentorship programs that sharpen talent's skills, accelerate career progression, and align with business objectives.
  • Build strategic relationships with leading external Learning & Development providers, ensuring cutting-edge resources and programs address critical skill gaps and future-proof the workforce.
  • Ensure the intranet's Learn Well Page is regularly reviewed, updated, and optimized to provide employees with relevant and up-to-date learning resources, fostering a culture of continuous development.
  • Be the first point of contact for all recruitment and learning & development needs for your business area, including managing the recruitment inbox.

Performance and Succession Planning:

  • Influence performance management frameworks that align with business goals and foster continuous development, working closely with People Partners.
  • Assist People Partners in succession planning by identifying high-potential talent and creating development plans to prepare them for future leadership roles within the editorial teams.

Data-Driven Recruitment and Development:

  • Use data analytics from our ATS to track recruitment metrics, including time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, and candidate quality, providing insights to improve recruitment strategies.
  • Leverage Google Analytics to review monthly vacancy statistics, adjusting strategies to improve engagement and click-through rates on our careers site.
  • Measure the effectiveness of learning and development programs by tracking key performance indicators such as employee engagement, retention, and skill improvement.
  • Participate in relevant networking events and webinars to stay current with industry trends in Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development, applying insights to drive improvements.

Stakeholder Management:

  • Build strong partnerships with the People Partner and leadership team to align talent acquisition and development strategies with the needs of the business.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, ensuring recruitment and development efforts are aligned with both short-term and long-term editorial goals.
  • Initiate and cultivate strong partnerships with leading providers in Learning & Development, as well as sourcing partners, including job boards and recruitment agencies, to enhance strategies.

About You

  • Proven experience in talent acquisition or and/talent development roles, ideally within a media, creative, or content-driven organization.
  • Some experience in designing and delivering learning and development programs.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • A strong commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the talent lifecycle.
  • Data-driven mindset with experience using recruitment and People analytics to inform strategies.

What We Offer

We provide a range of benefits to support your personal and professional growth, including 25 days' holiday (with the option to buy up to 5 additional holiday days) - pro-rated for part-time or fixed-term employees, hybrid working, discounted gym membership, healthcare cash plan, charity day, life assurance, and pension scheme. Regular socials and more create a supportive work environment.

Estimated Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum

Join us at Hearst UK, where we value innovation, creativity, and teamwork. Together, let's build a successful next chapter.

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