Talent Acquisition Lead

JOB PURPOSE

• To effectively manage and lead the recruitment for office and retail functions at Burberry
• To own the end-to-end Recruitment activities from Sourcing, Screening, Interview to Offer
• To play a KEY role in managing stakeholder relationships across the functions, and be strategically influencing involved parties aligned to the business purpose.
• The role may take ownership of and solve more complex and / or technical problems and issues within own specialty to ensure customer satisfaction and business improvement

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Core Duties

• Execute resourcing plans for both office and retail functions and wider business using cost-effective, innovative recruitment solutions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop recruitment strategies
• Maintain high customer satisfaction by ensuring accurate processing and meeting service levels
• Generate monthly Applicant Tracking System reports and ensure team meets KPIs (if there is any)
• Manage relationships with external suppliers and recruitment agencies
• Develop succession and resourcing plans for critical roles with HRBP(s)
• Support TA Resourcing Corporate on strategy projects
• Provide process approvals and ensure compliance with requisition procedures
• Independently manage risk assessment and resolution for recruitment processes
• Build and maintain candidate relationships throughout hiring and onboarding
• Conduct reference checking if required

Leadership Responsibilities

• Represent company brand to attract top talent
• Manage and develop TA Specialists & Coordinators to ensure team effectiveness
• Identify key performers with the regional HRBP(s)
• Participate in relevant internal and external events
• Identify process improvements and stay current on market trends
• Collaborate across HR functions to address root causes and improve procedures within the hiring process.

​​​​PERSONAL PROFILE

• Degree required, fluent in English and Japanese are expected
• 7+ years recruitment experience in internal function
• Understanding of recruitment processes and standards
• Retail background is a plus, not a MUST.
• Proven team management experience
• International work capability
• Independent, flexible and be able to influence the stakeholders