Head of Talent

  • Hays
  • Jul 04, 2025
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Head of Talent

The Role
As Head of Talent, you will lead the design and delivery of a comprehensive talent strategy, ensuring GEAB attracts, develops, and retains top-tier talent across all functions. You'll work closely with the CEO and senior leadership to embed a high-performance culture and drive forward key people initiatives.
Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a forward-thinking recruitment strategy aligned with business goals.
  • Lead all recruitment activities, including senior and specialist hiring.
  • Build GEAB's employer brand and external talent pipelines.
  • Coach hiring managers on best practices, including inclusive hiring and interview techniques.
  • Oversee onboarding, ensuring a seamless and engaging candidate experience.
  • Design and deliver learning and development programmes to support career growth.
  • Collaborate on workforce planning and succession strategies.
  • Use recruitment data and insights to inform decision-making.
  • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all talent processes.
What You'll Need to Succeed
  • Proven experience leading talent acquisition and resourcing functions.
  • Strong track record in employer branding and external talent engagement.
  • In-depth knowledge of recruitment legislation and best practices.
  • Experience managing both volume and niche recruitment campaigns.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • A strategic mindset with the ability to deliver operational excellence.
  • Must be based in the North East region.
  • Eligibility to work in the UK.

What You'll Get in Return
  • Salary up to £60,000 + Quarterly Performance Bonus
  • 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
  • 2 weeks' Christmas shutdown - Performance-related
  • Flexible working
  • 35-hour working week
  • Free on-site parking
  • Standard Pension contribution
  • Private medical cover for self & partner
  • Home broadband paid
  • A chance to make a real impact in a growing, values-driven organisation

Interested?
This is an exclusive opportunity through Hays Recruitment. If you're ready to take the lead on the talent strategy in a business that's making a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply now or contact Georgia Higgins at Hays for a confidential discussion on the following details; or #