Talent Acquisition Specialist

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy in Belfast is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage recruitment processes, engage candidates, and support HR activities. The ideal candidate will have experience in talent acquisition and a strong attention to detail. This role offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and a hybrid working model, all within a supportive, people-first culture. Interested candidates can contact the recruitment consultant for further details.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related placement bonus

Hybrid working model

Supportive working culture

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in talent acquisition, recruitment coordination, or an HR generalist role.
• Success in supporting or delivering recruitment targets.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and engage candidates using various platforms.
• Manage recruitment lifecycle from outreach to offer stage.
• Coordinate interviews and serve as contact for candidates.

Skills

Talent acquisition experience

Recruitment coordination

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist - Belfast - Professional Services

We're delighted to be partnering with a growing, values-driven consultancy based in Belfast to recruit a Talent Acquisition Specialist. This is an excellent opportunity for a recruitment professional who enjoys balancing hands-on hiring with the operational side of recruitment and HR support activities.

Role & Responsibilities

• Proactively source and engage candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and internal networks
• Manage the recruitment lifecycle from initial outreach through to offer stage
• Coordinate interviews and act as a key point of contact for candidates and hiring managers
• Support employer branding activity and recruitment initiatives
• Track and report on recruitment activity and key hiring metrics
• Prepare and issue contracts, offer letters, and onboarding documentation
• Maintain accurate records within the applicant tracking system
• Process recruitment-related invoices and maintain cost records
• Ensure recruitment processes remain compliant with internal policies and legislation

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in talent acquisition, recruitment coordination, or a HR generalist role
• Demonstrated success supporting or delivering recruitment targets
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with ATS systems is advantageous

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Performance-related placement bonus
• Hybrid working model
• Supportive, people-first working culture
• Opportunity to grow within a scaling organisation

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Katie Fox, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group on 02896935507 or email [e-mail]

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