Senior Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Havas Lynx Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic advertising agency in Manchester is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Coordinator to oversee recruitment and freelance resourcing. This role involves managing processes, building relationships across teams, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate should have administrative experience and strong organizational skills. Benefits include hybrid working, enhanced holiday allowances, and extensive learning opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid Working – 3 days in the office

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Early Friday finishes

Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative or recruitment role.
• Confident in sourcing talent via LinkedIn.
• Proactive about learning and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment processes for permanent roles.
• Sourcing freelance talent within budget and time.
• Draft contracts and manage compliance documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of LinkedIn sourcing

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Havas Lynx

Head of Talent Acquisition at Havas Health Network (UK) & Havas Lynx | I'm hiring!

Are you passionate about creating advertising that not only informs but also transforms lives within the healthcare sector?

At Havas Lynx, a global advertising agency at the forefront of healthcare communications, we combine unmatched creativity, extensive expertise, and a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare field. Our communications resonate deeply with audiences and adhere to the highest standards of healthcare advertising.

Committed to driving meaningful change—a change built on a foundation of rich experience, inspired by innovation, and confirmed through our proven track record—we work in close partnership with healthcare professionals, patients, carers, and leading pharmaceutical brands to navigate the complex challenges of today's healthcare landscape. Our approach blends strategic insights and deep scientific acumen with cutting‑edge creativity and digital innovation, crafting campaigns and solutions that significantly improve people's lives.

We’re a team of over 400+ people in Manchester and London, with a history spanning over 35 years and an ever‑evolving future. You can get a feel for the #LYNXLife through our YouTube #LYNXLife playlist, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

Everything this company achieves—every life it saves, every penny it makes, every policy it changes, every award it wins—is down to everyone who works here.

Please note that this role is based in Manchester, and our current hybrid working arrangement requires office attendance on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.

Summary of the Role

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in our established Talent Acquisition team. Reporting to the Head of Talent Acquisition, you’ll manage recruitment processes for permanent roles and oversee freelance resourcing across multiple teams. This is a dynamic position that blends administration, stakeholder engagement, and talent sourcing.

What You Can Expect to Be Doing

• Managing the approval process for internal freelance requests.
• Sourcing freelance talent on time and within budget using platforms like LinkedIn.
• Handling end‑to‑end recruitment for junior roles.
• Building strong relationships with Operations, HR, and IT teams to ensure smooth onboarding.
• Acting as the first point of contact for freelance‑related queries.
• Drafting contracts, managing trackers, and ensuring compliance with IR35 and insurance requirements.
• Maintaining accurate documentation and quality control throughout all processes.
• Providing mentorship and guidance to junior team members.
• Liaising with suppliers such as Parasol and Kingsbridge.
• Manage and maintain our pool of freelance talent.

This Role Could Be a Great Fit for You If

• You have previous experience in an administrative or recruitment role.
• You’re highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• You’re confident using Microsoft Office and familiar with LinkedIn sourcing techniques.
• You have excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable attitude.
• You enjoy working collaboratively and supporting others.
• You’re proactive about learning and personal development.

What you can expect from us

A supportive and challenging environment in which you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact that matters. We put a huge investment into #LYNXLife and our #LXAcademy internal programmes. It’s a unique initiative that aims to reward hard work, reduce pressures, and ensure that we can all enjoy our time at Lynx. Our strategy is to build capabilities internally and inspire the best talent, so we can continue to deliver on our mission.

You can also expect a whole host of benefits, including:

• Hybrid Working – 3 days in the office (flexible working options are available for in‑office days)
• Starting holiday allowance of 28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, with increasing allowance connected to length of service
• Option to buy, carry or sell holidays
• Early Friday finish throughout the year
• Seasonal working hours
• Enhanced family leave, pay and return to work benefit scheme
• Extensive L&D support
• Sabbatical opportunities
• Season ticket interest free loans for travel
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Company pension scheme
• Fully compensated company events
• Wellbeing programme including sports clubs, discounted gym memberships, free onsite flu vaccinations, extended lunch breaks on Wellness Wednesdays and much more
• 24/7 access to a free, confidential and independent Employee Assistance Programme

Get in touch to find out how we can make an impact that matters together.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Administrative, Human Resources, and General Business

Industries

• Marketing Services

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