Talent Acquisition Partner
Lancashire County Council
| Salary £36,363-£40,777 Per annum | Fixed Term, Full Time, until 31/05/2027, 37 hours per week | Talent & Workforce Planning - People Services |
International Sponsorship - this role is not open to international sponsorship
Small team – HUGE impact
You’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering innovative recruitment strategies to attract, retain, and develop talent pipelines - ensuring we have the right people in the right roles at the right time.
We’re looking for someone who can step in confidently, bringing their talent acquisition expertise to help us attract and secure great candidates for our organisation
Your ability to communicate and engage with managers and candidates will stand you out from the rest, and your drive to do things differently, understanding the need to work at pace will stand you in good stead too.
What you’ll be doing:
Collaborating with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and deliver tailored recruitment solutions across both niche and high-volume roles.
Leading creative attraction campaigns to reduce vacancies and reliance on agency staff.
Proactively building and nurturing talent pipelines aligned with future workforce needs and strategic planning.
Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance the hiring process and candidate experience—helping position Lancashire County Council as an employer of choice.
What's in it for you:
Working with a team of dedicated and motivated people who all help and inspire each other, where you will be welcomed and encouraged
Development opportunities to craft your skills and enhance your knowledge and understanding around talent acquisition
Work with digital sourcing tools such as LinkedIn and Indeed to help further develop your sourcing skills
As the biggest employer in Lancashire, you; have chance to develop and influence sourcing strategies, solving problems and making an impact every day
Our Ideal Applicant:
Experienced in talent acquisition within a large or complex organisation.
Innovative solutions focused- you think differently and bring fresh ideas to solve recruitment challenges.
Skilled in data-informed decision making, with a strong understanding of recruitment metrics and workforce planning.
Great communication and stakeholder management skills. You'll influence decisions and offer guidance to managers at all levels of the organisation.
Ready to Apply?:
If you know how to provide an expectational candidate experience and are ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may need to close the role before the closing date if we receive sufficient applications.
To learn more about this opportunity, please book your place at our information session taking place on Tuesday 7th April at 12:30..
Please note, this role is being offered on a fixed term basis until May 2027. Interviews are due to take place on Thursday 16th April.
Other reasons to join us:
By joining Lancashire County Council, you can shape the career path that is right for you with the opportunity to gain personal and professional qualifications, coaching, and mentoring – Lancashire County Council really is the place where you can have the career you've always wanted.
In return for your passion and expertise, we also offer a generous benefits package which includes
Personal and professional development opportunities, including coaching, mentoring, and qualifications.
A competitive salary and generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
26 days annual leave, rising with service, plus 8 bank holidays.
Access to our Vivup staff discount scheme, offering savings on everything from groceries to electronics and vehicles.
Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.