Talent Acquisition Partner

About Law Debenture 

Law Debenture is an Investment Trust supported by a wholly owned professional services business. LawDeb is an unusual and exciting proposition; on a day–to-day basis we are nimble, ambitious and small enough to know everyone by name, whilst also benefiting from the profile and credibility of a listed business. This is thanks to our 135-year-old FTSE250 investment trust and our fast-growing independent professional services business of over 300 colleagues across 6 business lines.

At LawDeb, doing work that has a positive impact is important to us. We need the very best people to be the custodians of our business for the next stage of our proud history and growth. We're ambitious to innovate, collaborate and push forward in providing peace of mind and excellence for our clients and each other.

We're on a journey to shape a culture we're all proud to be part of. One where everyone feels trusted, supported and empowered to own their success. Working at LawDeb, you will have access to our enviable network of clients and innovative projects, as well as brilliant colleagues to learn from and collaborate with.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Partner to join our London-based HR & People team and play a crucial role in shaping our future by attracting and recruiting top talent. As the champion for all things recruitment, you will act as the face of our company from a candidate's very first interaction through to successful onboarding and beyond.

You will hone our recruitment centre of excellence, ensuring we continually build our talented, diverse workforce to support business outcomes. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to building an inclusive workplace that aligns with our core values while driving strategic hiring initiatives across all business functions.

Job Role & Responsibilities

End-to-End Recruitment Management

• Own and execute comprehensive hiring for all business roles across the company, from sourcing through onboarding
• Partner with hiring managers and executive leaders to understand business needs and deliver strategic recruitment advice
• Develop in-depth understanding of different business areas, aligning talent acquisition with our professional competency framework
• Oversee the entire recruitment process including role inception, budget approval, candidate sourcing, interview coordination, and contract management

Talent Sourcing & Engagement

• Source and engage passive talent using various channels including professional networks, job boards, LinkedIn, and industry events
• Build and maintain a robust talent pipeline for current and future roles, keeping connected to the best talent in the market
• Develop innovative and engaging outreach strategies to promote our employer brand
  

Process Excellence & Stakeholder Management

• Coach hiring managers to become confident, rigorous interviewers through training and ongoing support
• Lead optimisation of the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and ensure compliance with related guidance
• Ensure top-tier candidate experience from initial outreach through offer acceptance
  

Data-Driven Decision-Making

• Maintain accurate hiring data for regular reporting and use insights to propose data-backed improvements
• Leverage recruitment analytics to monitor key hiring metrics and continuously enhance processes
  

Compliance & Global Mobility

• Ensure recruitment and onboarding adheres to local legislation across all our geographies
• Stay current on recruitment and HR compliance legislation, briefing the team on key changes
• Own visa management and global mobility processes
• Prepare clear, compliant employment contracts that reflect company values
  

Strategic Partnership & Development

• Deliver related training including on recruitment skills
• Support internal projects that enhance the overall people experience
• Champion inclusive hiring practices and advocate for fair, equitable recruitment processes
• Collaborate with the wider HR team on ad hoc projects and talent development initiatives
  

Essential Requirements

Experience & Background

• 3+ years demonstrable experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, preferably in Professional Services, Financial Services, or similar sectors
• Proven track record of hiring A-players across all levels, from graduate roles to Director positions
• Experience with both direct hiring and agency management
• Strong background in business hiring, including into Operations, Compliance, Strategy, Finance and People functions
  
  

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of UK recruitment legislation and best practice
• Solid understanding of human resources practices and principles
• Proficiency with recruitment tools and platforms including LinkedIn, ATS systems, and MS Office Suite
• Experience with HRIS systems and recruitment analytics platforms
  
  

Core Competencies

• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills at all organisational levels
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities
• Confident sourcer who thrives on proactive outreach and relationship-building
• Strong partnership approach with hiring managers - assertive, consultative, and action-oriented
• Team player comfortable working independently while pushing for excellence
• Proactive work ethic with willingness to learn and adapt
  

Your Reward

• Competitive salary with performance bonus scheme
• Generous pension contribution
• Full healthcare cover
• Health cash plan
• Life assurance
• Buy/sell annual leave scheme

Additional Information

People who thrive at LawDeb make the most of this foundation to grow themselves, help us improve and have fun playing their part in building the culture that's fuelling our growth.

LawDeb hires people based on personal merit and qualifications regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background or any other protected attribute. We celebrate the diversity of our colleagues and provide an inclusive environment so you can bring your true self to work. We recognise that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. If you feel that you require any reasonable adjustments to be able to participate in this recruitment process, please provide further details where prompted.