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Instant Impact • London (UK)

Talent Acquisition Manager – Pharmaceutical Company

Employment type:  Full time
Salary:  £55,000 - £70,000 / year

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top 3 scores:
92%

Hours flexibility

91%

Location flexibility

89%

Role modelling

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Job Description

Talent Acquisition Manager – Pharmaceutical Company

Salary: up to £70k basic, 10% bonus plus share options
Hybrid role: 2 days a week on-site, by London Bridge
Please Note: At Instant Impact we truly value transparency and we want to clearly communicate our current situation in relation to this as a potential opening rather than a live one. Context: This role relates to a position that we are hoping to hire for soon based on conversations we are having with a potential client at the moment. We’re eager to get ahead and connect with talented candidates early so that we are well positioned to hire & deploy a team quickly if all goes well. For full transparency & clarity we won't be holding interviews until we have confirmation that we have agreed to a partnership with this potential client. We'd rather be open & honest with you up front to avoid wasting your time. If you’d still like to be considered once the project goes live, knowing that this is not yet a live position we can hire for, feel free to apply, and we will be in touch to see if you are still available should we be successful.
About Us: Instant Impact is a leading global RPO provider for SMEs. Operating across 35 countries and multiple sectors, we build businesses that people love being a part of. Working closely with our partners we create their recruitment strategy based on our deep knowledge of their industry and company goals. We combine this with the best people and the latest recruitment technology, AI, and talent intelligence to deliver a world-class experience.
Flexibility is a key part of our ethos, and our team adapts to overcome the challenges of a changing business landscape. We provide a full suite of talent solutions including Full RPO, Partial RPO, Project RPO, and Talent Consulting.

What does it mean to be a Talent Acquisition Manager?
As Talent Acquisition Manager you will be responsible for the delivery of the partnership. Executing the strategy and delivering against the hiring targets, SLAs, and supporting on the delivery of improvement projects as required. You will effectively manage your team to meet and exceed agreed objectives, through coaching and continuous feedback. Your role will require you to be consistently seeking improvements to your Talent Acquisition function and driving innovation to achieve a world-class service.

Key Responsibilities

Leading the Team

  • Inspire and Guide: Manage our Talent Acquisition Partners and oversee support from our centers of excellence team members.
  • Drive Excellence: Set and maintain high standards, pushing our team's performance to the next level.
  • Champion Growth: Develop the skills and knowledge of the team, promoting continuous learning.
  • Engage with ii Community: Actively contribute by:
    • Sharing best practices, ideas, and partnership results.
    • Leading internal coaching and training sessions.
    • Embodying and promoting ii's values and culture.

Managing Service Delivery

  • Execute Talent Acquisition Strategy: Innovatively implement the TA strategy for new requisitions, ensuring a swift, effective, and engaging hiring process.
  • Exceed Partnership Goals: Consistently meet and surpass all partnership SLAs and objectives, setting new benchmarks for success.
  • Oversee the Hiring Journey: Manage all hiring activities by overseeing agreed volumes of roles with robust tech and Centre of Excellence support.
  • Maintain Quality Standards: Ensure high-quality work from Talent Acquisition Partners and any support from the Centre of Excellence.

Partnership Management

  • Create Amazing Experiences: Provide a top-tier, memorable experience to all key stakeholders, including hiring managers and candidates, while continuously expanding our influence and impact with the client.
  • Collaborate and Innovate: Work with the Client Services Director to deliver cutting-edge insights and foresight to stakeholders through detailed reports and talent/market intelligence
  • Drive Improvement: Offer fresh, innovative suggestions to enhance the client's Talent Acquisition function and processes, supporting every step of the way in implementing these improvements.

What do we need from you?

Core Skills:

  • Pharmaceutical Recruitment Expertise: Proven track record of successfully recruiting top talent in the pharmaceutical sector.
  • Specialised Hiring Experience: Strong background in recruiting for commercial, regulatory, and medical roles across Europe.
  • Leadership Skills: Demonstrated people management experience, including mentoring and developing recruitment teams.
  • In-House or RPO Expertise: Previous experience working within an in-house or RPO environment is essential.
  • Stakeholder Management: Exceptional ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
  • Customer-Centric Approach: A commitment to delivering outstanding service whilst fostering long-term professional relationships.
  • Agility and Resilience: Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
  • Communication Excellence: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear and effective messaging.

Beneficial Skills:

  • Multilingual Proficiency: Fluency in German, French, or Italian is highly desirable.
  • Biopharmaceutical Insight: Experience in biopharmaceutical recruitment, with a solid understanding of the biosimilars talent landscape.

What we can offer you in return...

  • Work from Anywhere Policy: Enjoy the flexibility to work from any location for up to 4 weeks each year.
  • Private Health Insurance: Your health and well-being are a priority. Benefit from comprehensive private health insurance for peace of mind.
  • Home Office Allowance: Create your perfect home workspace with a £200 allowance to enhance your comfort and productivity.
  • Personal Development Fund: Invest in your growth with a £500 annual allowance for professional development. Explore courses, conferences, and more.
  • Generous Time Off: Take time to recharge with 25 days of holiday, plus all Bank Holidays. Additionally, enjoy an Employee Enrichment Day and a Recharge Day each year.
  • Clear Progression Path: Achieve your career goals with a clear progression structure designed to support your professional growth.
  • Flexible Working Model: Experience the best of both worlds with the option to work from home or on-site with your client. Your work, your way.
  • Team Incentives: Build strong bonds with your colleagues through team incentives, including weekend getaways, social events, and team lunches.
  • Dedicated Development Time: Dedicate 10% of your working week to developing yourself, enhancing client relationships, and contributing to Instant Impact's success. Your growth drives our progress.

At Instant Impact, everyone is welcome. We are committed to maintaining and growing our diverse and dynamic team and the inclusive culture we have built. We encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work regardless of; age, sexuality, religion, disability, pronouns, neurodiversity, gender, ethnic group, or beliefs. Instant Impact is actively seeking to hire a diverse workforce so we can continue to celebrate inclusion and diversity in its full.

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Company benefits

Enhanced maternity leave – 13 weeks paid maternity
Enhanced paternity leave – 3 weeks paid maternity
Work from anywhere scheme – Work from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks a year
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Teambuilding days
Teambuilding holidays
Open to part-time employees
Early finish Fridays
Flexible working week
Compassionate leave
Health insurance
Optional unpaid leave
Fully stocked snack cupboard
Share options
Personal development budgets – £500 per annum
Charity donation scheme
Company wide holidays/offsites
L&D budget – £500 per annum
Personal development days
Lunch and learns
Employee assistance programme
Work from home budget – £250
Enhanced pension match/contribution – 5% matched contribution

We asked employees of Instant Impact what it's like to work there, and this is what they told us.

Location flexibility
91%
Employees are very happy with their working location freedom
Hours flexibility
92%
Employees are very happy with the flexibility in the hours they work
Benefits
75%
Employees are largely happy with the benefits their company offers
Work-life balance
82%
Employees feel that they can find the perfect balance of life and work
Role modelling
89%
Employees feel that flexible working is part of the culture
Autonomy
89%
Employees feel they have complete autonomy over getting their work done

Additional employee ratings
(these do not contribute to the FlexScore®)

Diversity
75%
Employees feel that the diversity is good and there are continued efforts to improve it
Inclusion
80%
Employees feel that the culture supports equity and inclusivity well
Culture
83%
Employees feel like it is a really great environment to work in
Mission
84%
Employees feel very excited about and aligned with the company mission
Salary
72%
Employees feel that their salary is good and matches the value they bring

Working at Instant Impact

Company employees

92

Gender diversity (male:female)

42:58

Currently Hiring Countries

South Africa

United Kingdom

United States

Office Locations

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