As a Talent Acquisition Partner at M&S, you’ll play a pivotal role in sourcing the brightest talent for our Digital & Tech team, focusing on Software Engineering roles. You’ll leverage cutting-edge sourcing techniques—LinkedIn searches, HackaJob, Boolean strings, CV databases, and modern hiring strategies to attract top-tier candidates. Expect a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your expertise will make a tangible impact on both the business and the people who work here.

What You'll Do

Resourcing

• Take detailed role briefs and implement the most effective sourcing strategies
• Deliver high-quality candidate shortlists through efficient screening
• Build and maintain talent pipelines using social media and networking for a steady flow of qualified candidates
• Ensure an exceptional candidate experience from application through to offer and onboarding

Stakeholder Management

• Develop strong relationships to enhance employer brand and candidate engagement
• Provide guidance and coaching on recruitment best practices to Hiring Managers

Digital

• Maximise the use of recruitment systems to deliver a modern, seamless candidate experience
• Drive cost savings through direct sourcing techniques

Data & Insight

• Provide key metrics and insights on time, cost, and quality of hires
• Share up-to-date industry knowledge to support workforce planning and attract the best talent

Talent Acquisition Strategy

• Use customer insights and data to influence and shape the overall resourcing strategy

Who You Are

• Proven experience in both agency and fast-paced internal Talent Acquisition roles
• Strong background in Digital & Tech recruitment, ideally within large-scale, complex environments
• Exceptional relationship management skills to build and sustain strong partnerships
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and feedback capabilities
• Commercial awareness with the ability to translate business needs into actionable recruitment strategies
• Resilient and influential, able to navigate across business areas to deliver optimal solutions
• In-depth knowledge of software engineering recruitment practices and familiarity with ATS, CRM, and social sourcing tools