INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

To attract and select reatil candidates to fill Active & Passive Candidate positions
To manage the day-to-day delivery of recruitment activities and ensure that agreed metrics are met and adhered to
To be a brand ambassador, providing a luxury candidate and Hiring Manager experience, delivering to the highest quality, every day.
Act as the Subject Matter Expert on delivering activities relating to Attracting, Sourcing, Screening, Assessment, Pipelining, and Offer
12 months maternity cover from June 2024
Manage the complete lifecycle of the candidate journey. This includes but is not limited to;
Effectively attract, source and match candidates to positions

RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner with stakeholders to build effective sourcing and assessment approaches with an ability to manage expectations.
Manage the complete lifecycle of the candidate journey. This includes but is not limited to;
Effectively attract, source and match candidates to positions
Advertising roles as required in the most appropriate way to attract candidates – Linkedin, job boards etc
Telephone/video interview all shortlisted applicants
Coordinate, present and conduct competency and strength-based candidate interviews and assessment centres
Organise interviews
Manage the offer process
Develop and maintain a network of candidates through effectively sourcing and on-going relationship management.
Develop talent maps through pro-active market research and leveraging candidate network
Partner with HRBP and wider HR team in relation to appropriate candidate remuneration, mobility and visa queries.
Support with wider TA strategies with ideas and approaches related to recruitment of talent that will contribute to better ways of working
Be a brand ambassador by living the Burberry values across all actions

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

Delivery of 120+ passive and active retail candidate vacancies per year 
Talent Acquisition Pace, Accuracy and Quality metrics 
Delivery of effective talent pools and market maps  
Understanding the business and Recruitment Process for all areas  
Understanding the global key initiatives and process  
Meet all deadlines 
High level of accuracy in data input 
Role model the Burberry Values

EXPERIENCE

Recruitment experience within an established internal and/or external recruitment function
A clear understanding of Recruitment processes and standards relevant to own discipline.
Expert sourcing skills with experience in managing multiple searches either inhouse or within agency
Experience of engaging with passive candidates using varied sourcing methods
Proven ability to strategically map companies and functions
Experience of developing and effectively hiring from Talent Pools
Experience of using innovative approaches to source, attract and build talent pools
Experience in working with recruiting systems including applicant tracking systems
Have a strong understanding of external best practice and trends in Talent Acquisition
Delivering a luxury candidate and Hiring Manger experience, with a focus on quality and efficiency

Education level: Bachelor's Degree
Work experience: 3-4 years

Burberry

Talent Acquisition Partner - Retail, UK & Ireland (12 months maternity cover)