Senior Talent Acquisition Manager – Tech – 12 month FTC At Zego, we’re on a mission to offer the lowest priced insurance for good drivers. Since 2016, we’ve helped van drivers, gig workers and everyday car drivers by creating simple, affordable, data‑driven motor insurance. We’ve sold tens of millions of policies and raised over $200 million in funding, and we’re just getting started. Role Overview We’re looking for a dynamic Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to lead hiring across Engineering and Data. In this 12‑month maternity cover contract you will shape and deliver strategies that attract exceptional technical talent, elevate our employer brand and create a best‑in‑class candidate and hiring manager experience. What you’ll be working on

Partner with Engineering and Data leadership to understand workforce plans, shape hiring strategies and deliver high‑quality, diverse shortlists. Own the full recruitment lifecycle – from role scoping and proactive sourcing (LinkedIn, referrals, communities) through assessment, offer and onboarding – ensuring pace, rigour and an excellent experience for all stakeholders. Use hiring data and insights to continuously refine sourcing strategies, improve funnel efficiency and influence decision‑making with clear metrics and reporting. Lead and nurture external agency partnerships to ensure aligned briefs, timely updates and an outstanding candidate journey. Champion Zego’s employer brand across engineering and data communities, leveraging storytelling, social content and outreach to build awareness and attract top talent. Identify opportunities to enhance the hiring process through automation and AI‑driven tools that improve efficiency and candidate quality. Deliver a consistent, world‑class experience for candidates and hiring managers, fostering transparency, inclusivity and excellence at every stage.

What you’ll need to be successful

You’re well‑rounded – You’ve built trusted partnerships with Engineering leaders and hired the talent that drives innovation and accelerates delivery. You work at pace – You thrive in start‑up or scale‑up environments, balancing speed with quality and adapting quickly as priorities evolve. You know what great looks like – You set a high bar for talent and take pride in building teams that raise the performance, diversity and ambition of the organisation. You know how to measure success – You’re data‑driven and analytical, using insights and metrics to show the tangible impact of hiring decisions on team performance and business outcomes. You’re always one step ahead – You build and maintain future‑fit talent pipelines, proactively engaging top candidates and ensuring Zego is ready to hire ahead of demand.

What it’s like to work at Zego We’re proud of our company culture – a friendly, inclusive, and high‑energy environment where people celebrate wins everyday, learn and grow, and steer their careers wherever they want. We’re spread throughout the UK and Europe with a hybrid model that combines flexible home‑working with one day a week in our central London office. Benefits & Perks Competitive salary, generous bonus, equity, flexible benefit options and a supportive, purpose‑driven workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer We’re an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr