Head of Talent, Buzzacott LLP
12 Month FTC
Salary not provided
Excel
Senior and Expert level
London
Accountancy firm
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Accountancy firm
501-1000 employees
B2CB2BAccounting
Be an early applicant
Salary not provided
Excel
Senior and Expert level
London
501-1000 employees
B2CB2BAccounting
Company mission
To help businesses, individuals and not-for-profits make confident decisions.
Role
Who you are
- Demonstrable experience in talent acquisition within professional services across multiple service lines, with a background in agency/executive search recruitment
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work independently and at pace, whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with team members, stakeholders and hiring managers
- Provide a consultative approach to recruitment, combined with the ability to maintain momentum and drive processes and projects forward
- Solid understanding of UK employment law, relevant to recruitment and hiring practices
- Proficiency with an applicant tracking system as well as intermediate MS Office Suite skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- You will be flexible in your approach, with an approachable, supportive and solutions-focused mindset
- A team player, who is willing to work with colleagues to provide a positive experience
What the job involves
- We are looking for a Head of Talent to join our internal HR professional support team on a 12 month fixed term contract
- Our internal HR team of 14 are a key division of our Professional Support team
- The HR team provides varied HR support to the firm across the entire employee lifecycle including, talent acquisition, onboarding, talent development, retention and separation
- We are looking for a Head of Talent to join the team on a 12 month FTC to support and oversee all recruitment and resourcing strategies, including commercial aspects such as marketing and budget management, all the while managing stakeholders and galvanising the talent team to perform at their best
- Develop current recruitment and talent management strategies to meet business needs in accordance with Employment Law legislation and GDPR, creating a fair and inclusive process that also supports the efficiencies required due to high volumes of applications, commercial needs as well as contributing to a positive candidate experience
- Support teams in strategic recruitment planning, understanding the needs of each individual team, working with team leaders in their recruitment plans on an ongoing basis
- Overseeing all aspects of hiring from application process through to advertising, screening, interviewing, assessment and offer negotiation
- Utilising data and analytics to understand trends, whilst improving processes
- Responsibility for the overall recruitment budget, providing clear metrics/data for team leaders on recruitment spending, ensuring ROI is monitored and commerciality is applied
- Supporting each team across the business with their attrition, keeping voluntary attrition levels low
- Lead and deliver on market data reviews, whilst supporting team leaders in the annual remuneration review, ensuring remuneration is fair across grades
- Ensure a fair and inclusive process is in place by all team members and candidate experience is prioritised as well as business commercial needs
- Manage the overall marketing activities relating to talent, such as the career’s website, advertising platforms and social media platforms/initiatives
- We’re big enough to provide deep expertise across a wide range of specialisms, but small enough to value meaningful personal connections — with clients and colleagues alike
- You’ll work alongside experienced professionals who will support your continued development, while you contribute to shaping the growth of both our team and our clients
Application process
- Our HR Team review and respond to all applications
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Buzzacott is an independent accountancy and advisory firm. While many mid-sized firms are merging or taking on private equity backing, Buzzacott has focused on investing in itself, recently refreshing its brand and website to reflect its ambitions and its commitment to delivering clearer, more connected advice to clients.
From its London base, the firm supports businesses, individuals, and not-for-profits across audit, tax, financial planning, corporate finance and business services. And with 57 partners, more than 600 people, and revenues of £90M, Buzzacott has built some serious scale and influence.
With more than 100 years behind it, Buzzacott has grown through innovation and strong relationships. That history continues to shape its future and by investing in its people, its identity, and the way it works, the firm is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon.
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Company benefits
- Private health assessments and GP appointments: Quick, confidential access to health checks and GP services when you need them
- Private medical insurance with Vitality health: Comprehensive cover plus discounts with brands like Apple Watch, Ocado and Virgin Active *certain exclusions apply for those below manager grades*
- Eye tests and glasses contribution: We cover eye tests and contribute towards glasses needed for computer use
- Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential advice on everything from home buying to coping with illness
- Healthy lifestyle: Fresh fruit available in the office to support a healthy lifestyle. Access to over 3,000 gyms, health clubs, leisure centres, and yoga studios at reduced rates. Tax-free bike and safety equipment hire to support greener commuting via the cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing events and activities: Regular events designed to boost wellbeing, balance, and connection throughout the year
- Mental health: Personalised support with a dedicated workplace wellbeing and mental health specialist for 1-to-1 wellbeing conversations. Dedicated mental health first aiders who are available for support during challenges and emotional distress
- ICAEW - CABA support line: Free, confidential help for members on financial, personal and wellbeing challenges to members of the ICAEW
- Annual leave: You'll receive 22 days annual leave (25 days for managers and above) and public holidays. Entitlement rises to 27 based on length of service. Pro-rata applies for part-time staff
- Buying and selling holiday: You can buy or sell up to five days' holiday per year. Pro-rata applies for part-time staff
- Flexible working: We recognise the importance of supporting your work-life balance, with flexible working options, where business needs allow
- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay: After successful completion of probation, staff receive full pay for the first 24 weeks of maternity or adoption leave. For the following 15 weeks, Statutory Maternity or Adoption Pay applies
- Enhanced paternity pay: After successful completion of your probation period, the firm pays members of staff normal pay for up to four weeks of paternity leave
- Charity giving: We match personal charitable donations up to £50 yearly and provide 21 hours of paid volunteer leave
- Core values rewards: Exceptional demonstration of our core values is recognised with discretionary gifts of thanks from the firm
- Referral and client rewards: Introduce new staff or clients and receive a fixed amount or percentage of the billed invoice
- Professional subscriptions: The firm pays membership fees for relevant professional organisations, such as ICAEW, saving approximately £330 annually
- Pension contribution: We contribute 3% of earnings (5% for managers and above) to the Standard Life pension scheme via salary sacrifice
- Travel support: Interest-free season ticket loans and the tax-free Cycle to Work scheme help support commuting costs
- Lifestyle and benefits: Payroll giving, 12-month tastecard+ membership, 'Cheapside Business Alliance' discount, exam bonuses, and death in service benefit
- Discretionary gifts: Partners give gifts for occasions like marriages or loyalty milestones, such as every decade of service
Company HQ
City of London, London, UK
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