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Harris Computer is hiring a Talent Acquisition Specialist for the Harris UK HR team, on a full-time, permanent, remote-working basis. The ideal candidate will be based within commuting distance to Manchester City Centre, for team-collaboration office-working days.

This exciting role supports Harris Business Unit’s predominantly in the UK, Spain and Australia, as we continue to grow.

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Harris Computer, you will have the responsibility of matching talent with the opportunity, guiding and consulting with hiring managers on their talent acquisition needs, and supporting with ad hoc projects and initiatives.

What will be your impact?

• Partnering with business managers and hiring managers to assess their talent requirements and advising on the best hiring strategy
• Function as an internal consultant on recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning and retention
• Being the single point of contact for candidates throughout the whole process, from initial application, to offer negotiations, to preparing employment contracts, background screening and all other correspondence prior to the employment start date
• Posting jobs and maintaining current knowledge of emerging technology
• Identify potential talent by screening CVs of internal and external candidates, assessing employee referrals, conducting phone interviews
• Utilise a variety of cost-efficient sourcing techniques to recruit high quality candidates
• Sourcing passive candidates through multiple approaches as required by the specifics of the role
• Owning the candidate experience and proactively looking for ways to improve this
• Maintaining up to date candidate profiles and status in applicant tracking system, ensuring compliance with the relevant policies and data laws

What are we looking for?

• 3+ years’ recruitment experience, either from an agency or in-house, with the ability to competently manage high volume hiring across multiple business demands
• Demonstrated track record of excellence in sourcing and assessing talent within a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency working with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and data analysis to drive decisions
• An ambitious self-starter with the ability to connect with others, prioritize and deliver

What we would love to see?

• A combination of corporate and agency experience
• Experience of recruiting internationally/globally
• Experience working with Workday (a bonus)
• A natural and confident communicator who can negotiate and influence at all levels
• Outstanding drive, energy and commitment and a continuous improvement focus

About Us

Harris provides mission critical software solutions for the Public Sector, Healthcare, Utilities and Private Sector verticals throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Harris is an Operating Group of Constellation Software, an international provider of market-leading software and services to a number of industries, both in the public and private sectors. With our headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and offices in North America, Europe, Australia, South America and Africa, we have over 15,000 employees generating consolidated revenues exceeding US$3 billion.

Harris offers a competitive UK employee benefits programme, including 5 Personal Days leave entitlement in addition to the standard 25 days holiday and Bank Holidays. Harris also provides all UK employees with an annual Lifestyle Reward Amounting to £325 per annum / pro rata.

Supporting your application

Our recruitment process will comprise interviews and, at times, a written exercise, an assessment day and/or a presentation. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to making this a positive experience for you. If your application is progressed, please let us know of any adjustments or additional support we can provide.

Job details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Software Development