Talent Acquisition Partner

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Partner

Location: London (Hybrid working available, up to 3 days a week office based)

Reporting To: Director, People & Culture

Who we are

At Monica Vinader, we're on a mission to prove that buying better, wearing longer and doing better don't have to be mutually exclusive. From our commitment to making the most sustainable jewellery we can using precious materials, to the timeless style and endless versatility of our pieces, we are driven to making everyday fine jewellery accessible and affordable.

And don't just take our word for it, we are proud to be recognised in the industry through our recent awards, proving we are leading the way in sustainable jewellery:

• Responsible Jewellery Brand, 2026, Country & Town House
• Responsible Business of the Year, 2025, Positive Luxury
• Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces (UK and NI), 2024, Inspiring Workplaces

We are digital first, omni-channel, customer obsessed, female led and inclusive, focused on creating meaningful relationships with our community, who we owe our success to. We are looking for someone special to join our team to help us make luxury something we can all enjoy everyday.

Where we need your help

We have all the makings of an iconic brand - beautiful products that are timeless and designed to last, service that exceeds our customers expectations, a passionate founder that cares deeply about doing what is right and a loyal and growing community who advocate for us.

As Talent Acquisition Partner, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the full recruitment lifecycle across all areas of the business - from Retail and Operations to Head Office and International teams.

Working closely with the Director, People & Culture and hiring managers, you will deliver a smooth, engaging and values-led recruitment experience, ensuring we attract and hire the right people in the right way. You will also play a key role in bringing our employer brand to life across all recruitment touchpoints, and in embedding our Capability Framework into how we attract, assess and onboard talent.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, enjoys balancing detail with delivery, and is passionate about inclusive, high-quality hiring.

What you'll do

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle across a broad range of global roles, from role briefing through to offer and onboarding handover, supporting our P&C roadmap pillar of Employer of Choice
• Partner with hiring managers to provide guidance on role scoping, job descriptions, attraction strategies, shortlisting, interviews and offers
• Support the Director, People & Culture with embedding Monica Vinader's Capability Framework into talent attraction, assessment and selection
• Continuously refine our recruitment processes to enhance transparency, reduce bias and deliver a consistently strong candidate experience
• Lead volume hiring during peak periods (e.g. Retail seasonal recruitment), including planning and delivery of assessment centres, interviews and task-based assessments
• Coach and support hiring managers to deliver inclusive, effective interviews through training and ongoing guidance (including 'Hiring the Best')

• Own all careers inboxes and recruitment platforms, including LinkedIn and our ATS, ensuring timely and professional responses to all candidate enquiries
• Identify and utilise appropriate attraction channels to reach diverse talent pools and attract high-quality candidates
• Partner with the wider People & Culture team to ensure our Careers Page, job adverts and recruitment content are inclusive, engaging and aligned to our employer brand
• Represent Monica Vinader at recruitment events, partnerships and external forums as required

• Own and optimise our ATS (Teamtailor), ensuring accurate data, smooth workflows and continuous improvement
• Partner with the People & Talent Coordinator to ensure seamless, compliant onboarding transitions
• Track and report on recruitment metrics including (but not limited to) time-to-hire, source effectiveness, diversity data and candidate feedback
• Utilise recruitment metrics to provide updates on trends, using these insights to make improvement recommendations to stakeholders across the business
• Manage agency relationships and recruitment spend in partnership with the Director, People & Culture, identifying efficiencies and value-adding partners

As a committee member of We Belong (our DE&I Committee), you will:

• Actively contribute to agreed actions and goals within your remit
• Represent Team MV internally and externally as an ambassador for our values and inclusive culture
• Share insights, learning and external best practice to support progress against Company DE&I objectives

What you'll bring

This role is a Level 2 (Mid-Level) role within our Capability Framework. The following competencies are essential to success and will be assessed during the recruitment process and form the basis of probation goals:

• Connect & Empower
  • Communicates Effectively: Structures communication with clarity and purpose, tailoring messages to different audiences and building trust through open, two-way dialogue
  • Collaborates Proactively: Builds strong partnerships with hiring managers and P&C colleagues, sharing information early and working collaboratively to deliver the best outcomes
• Drive & Deliver
  • Workflow Management: Plans and prioritises effectively across multiple roles and stakeholders, balancing pace with quality and confidently managing expectations.
  • Delivers Results: Takes ownership of outcomes, maintains high standards and ensures recruitment activity delivers against agreed timelines and hiring needs.
• Grow & Adapt
  • Embraces Change: Adapts positively to shifting priorities, evolving hiring needs and business growth, simplifying processes where possible.
  • Reflects & Learns: Seeks feedback from candidates, hiring managers and peers, using insight and data to continuously improve recruitment practices
• Master & Apply
  • Functional/Technical Expertise: Demonstrates strong hands on expertise in end to end recruitment, including volume hiring, ATS management and inclusive assessment practices
  • Stays Current: Keeps up to date with recruitment trends, tools, employment market insights and DE&I best practice, applying learning to strengthen our approach.

To be successful at Monica Vinader, it helps if you

• Are hands on, solutions focused, and entrepreneurial
• Collaborate openly with humility, honesty, and humour
• Embrace learning, teaching and personal growth
• Stay resilient, adaptable, and self motivated in a creative environment
• Speak up when you don't know-and act fast to figure it out

Additional Requirements

Ability to document your authorisation to work in the United Kingdom.

Travel Requirements

Travel to regional UK Boutique locations may be required.

Our Aims and Values

Customer Obsessed

Our customers are at the core of everything we do. We will always deliver an outstanding and personal experience to them every time they interact with us, to ensure their ongoing support and loyalty.

Caring

We treat people with respect, as we would want to be treated. We are apolitical and assume good intentions in others. We are open and honest with each other while ensuring we take an empathetic and supportive approach.

Fast Paced

We are passionate about what we do, and we want to reach as many customers as fast as we can. We combine focus with pragmatism and flexibility so that we can move at pace in whichever direction we need to take.

Exceptional

We have a relentless desire to continually learn and improve to ensure our products and approach are exceptional. Our tenacity, high standards and attention to detail give us a competitive advantage.

Commercial

We focus hard on facts and approach things in a logical, rational and analytical way. We challenge each other to make sure we make decisions and take actions that create value for our business and our customers.

Monica Vinader as a global business makes the following inclusive culture pledge:
Our jewellery is for everyone and so is our community. Together, we will continue to implement sustainable changes to ensure that career opportunities and progression are open to all. We commit to celebrating the diverse voices of our employees, partners, and the customers we serve.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties to be performed by the employee. This job description may be altered to reflect the business needs of the company.