Talent Partner

Department: Human ResourcesLocation: Remote UKDescriptionJoin Soben at a Pivotal MomentSoben is an award-winning construction consultancy with bold ambitions and a clear trajectory for growth. Since launching in 2011, we've built a reputation for technical excellence, client focus, and delivery certainty. Now, we're entering a transformative new chapter.In March 2025, Soben became part of Accenture's Infrastructure and Capital Projects practice, within its Industry X division. This strategic acquisition combines our deep expertise in cost and commercial management with Accenture's global scale and digital innovation.For our team, this unlocks a wealth of opportunity:Access to world-class resources and technology, enhancing how we deliver capital projectsInvolvement in high-profile programmes across sectors such as data centres, energy, and pharmaceuticalsCareer development at scale, with exposure to international clients and cutting-edge project environmentsA platform for innovation, as we continue to challenge traditional consultancy models and lead digital transformationAbout the opportunity As a Talent Partner, you will be at the forefront of our talent acquisition efforts, overseeing and driving the entire recruitment lifecycle. The role is pivotal in ensuring that our organisation attracts, hires, and retains top-tier talent. This position demands a strategic mindset, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead and inspire.In this role you willLeadership:Lead, mentor, and inspire, fostering a positive and results-driven work environment.Provide guidance on sourcing strategies, candidate engagement, and overall recruitment best practices.Strategic Planning:Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with organisational goalsCollaborate with senior leadership to understand future talent needs and proactively plan recruitment activities.Full-cycle Recruitment:Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes, from requisition to acceptance of offer and work closely with the HR team during the onboarding process, ensuring efficiency and a positive candidate experience.Personally handle senior-level or critical hires, demonstrating expertise in assessing and selecting top talent.Talent Sourcing and Acquisition:Utilise a variety of sourcing channels to identify and attract high-calibre candidates.Establish and maintain relationships with industry networks, associations, and educational institutions to build a robust talent pipeline.Stakeholder Collaboration:Cultivate strong partnerships with hiring managers and department heads to understand their unique staffing needs.Build and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders and maintain understanding of their business needs.Collaborate on workforce planning and contribute insights to align recruitment strategies with business objectives.Employer Branding:Enhance and promote the organisation's employer brand to attract and retain top talent.Implement initiatives that showcase our workplace culture and values.Targets and Metrics:Achieve recruitment targets as set by the organisation, ensuring that vacancies are filled within the agreed timeframes.Utilise recruitment metrics and analytics to measure the effectiveness of recruitment activities.Provide regular reports and insights to leadership, suggesting improvements and optimisations.Continuously improve the efficiency of the recruitment process, aiming for an improvement in measured metrics.Compliance:Working with HR to comply with employment laws and regulations, ensuring all recruitment practices are in compliance.About youMinimum 3 years experience in a similar roleExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent IT skills – Excel/Word/PowerPointExperience of working with an ATSDriven, enthusiastic and committed to continued professional developmentAble to form and build good client relationships and work well in a teamDemonstrates a high degree of personal integrity, tact and discretionAnalytical, commercially aware, and fantastic attention to detailSelf-starter - Ability to work to deadlines with excellent time management skills but adaptable when requiredWell organised, meticulous in approach and strives for continuous improvementActively promote and work to Soben company valuesAbout life at SobenWe're on a mission to rewrite the rules.We're a diverse team of professionals who consider our work a vocation, not just a job. This sense of purpose and affinity for what we do is what fuels our ambition, driving us to keep learning and seeking new challenges. Inclusion is at the heart of our company's culture. We're proud of our unique personality, and we know that our diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives that enrich our work.Grow with usOur people are our greatest asset, so you'll get ongoing training and personal development to help you flourish, building a long-term and successful career with us. We're small but mighty – you'll have opportunities to progress quickly and be trusted with responsibilities you could only dream of in a larger organization, including the chance to work on some of the industry's most exciting projectsWhat you'll get in returnSoben's start-up mentality means every person has the autonomy to make a difference within a fast-paced dynamic organization. As well as market-leading pay and conditions, we provide an environment where everyone can flourish. We value work-life balance. Flexible schedules and remote work opportunities give you the opportunity to thrive at work and in your personal life.Our Leadership PrinciplesSoben's Leadership Principles are at the heart of our culture. They guide how we engage with each other and with our clients, and how we help our talented employees flourish in their careers.1. We always deliver on our promises, no matter how small2. We are driven to solve our clients' problems as if paying our rent or mortgage depends on it3. We have a bias for action. Actions make things happen4. We employ the best people who are ambitious, hardworking, humble, and open to feedback. We empower them to "proceed until apprehended"5. We have a business owner mentality to cost management6. We are open, honest, and direct in our communications7. We have a growth mindset8. We reinvest our profits to create a sustainable business for the long termAbout usSoben offers something different: world-class construction consultancy, paired with hands-on commercial experience. We increase certainty in our clients' investments through cost, schedule, risk, and project management. With a track record of successfully delivering major construction projects, we pride ourselves on going the extra mile. And we always deliver on our promises.An obsessive commitment to excellence, and forensic attention to detail are the cornerstones of our culture. They're how we help our clients deliver on time, on budget and with certainty, every time.