Talent Acquisition Manager

Company: Nigel Wright Group
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Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Job Description:

Our Client

Delighted to be working with a high-growth, highly ambitious organisation in Newcastle that’s looking to appoint a Talent Acquisition Manager to build and lead their hiring strategy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑performance environment and wants to play a key role in shaping how a business attracts and retains top talent.

What You’ll Do

This is a hands‑on and strategic position, where you’ll take ownership of the full recruitment lifecycle while partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the business.

You’ll be responsible for:

  • Leading end‑to‑end recruitment, from initial brief through to onboarding
  • Designing and delivering direct sourcing strategies to attract high‑quality candidates
  • Acting as a trusted advisor to hiring managers and leadership teams
  • Managing and optimising relationships with external agencies
  • Developing and scaling graduate and early careers programmes
  • Using data and insights to continuously improve hiring performance
  • Driving diversity & inclusion initiatives within hiring practices
  • Leading and developing junior team members

What You’ll Bring

I’m keen to speak with candidates who bring:

  • Strong experience in talent acquisition or recruitment leadership roles
  • A track record of working in high‑performance or fast‑paced environments
  • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
  • Experience managing agency partners and sourcing strategies
  • A data‑driven mindset with the ability to use recruitment metrics effectively
  • A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with strong attention to detail

What really makes this opportunity stand out is the chance to:

  • Make a genuine impact from day one in a growing organisation
  • Help shape and build recruitment strategy from the ground up
  • Work alongside high‑calibre, driven professionals
  • Be part of a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and ownership
  • Access strong opportunities for career growth and development

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026