Talent Acquisition Manager

We’re seeking a proven people manager who has experience leading EMEA Talent Acquisitions teams.

We’re a Talent Acquisition team of 20 based throughout Europe and we have an exciting new opportunity to join this best in class function as aTalent Acquisition Manager, EMEA, reporting to the AD Talent Acquisition based in the UK. You’ll be leading an exceptional team of up to 10 Recruiters who are based in the UK, Ireland & Bulgaria. They are responsible for supporting the fullrecruitment lifecycle for assigned business functions across 27 EMEA countries, partnering closely with hiring managers, creative sourcing strategies, focussed on candidate/employee engagement and experience.

As a PPD People Manager within the Talent Acquisition EMEA team, you will guide, motivate and lead the team to ensure they have the tools and support they require to deliver outstanding recruitment support for PPD. You will also develop your own partnerships with key leaders who have oversight of their own functional teams throughout EMEA, supporting them with talent insights and strategy. You will be a problem solver, possess influencing skills and be able to communicate effectively with various stakeholders and most importantly your team. Having ability to review hiring data, trends and produce output as part of your support to the business is beneficial.

Internal talent acquisition and people management experience is required, working within the CRO/life science/pharmaceutical or biotech sector would be an advantage, although other sectors will be considered. You should be able to demonstrate strong people management skills, building strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating closely with hiring managers, guiding and advising them on the recruitment process, whilst managing their expectations. You should understand what is required to build hiring strategies when we search for skilled/talented people to join PPD, showcasing your ability to support a team to put them in to action. Having knowledge of wide ranging ATS’ would also useful in this position.

We are recruiting best-qualified candidates for high volume and niche positions in an efficient, proactive and responsible manner – we’re seeking talent in challenging and competitive market, but we provide regular output to engage our candidates and have outstanding employee engagement. You will organise and support effective recruitment process’, ensuring necessary authorization is obtained and working closely with HR colleagues observing relevant laws and employment practices. Being highly organised and pro-active, open to develop understanding of industry trends and adapt to increasing demands and changes will be the key to being successful in this position.

PPD will provide you the opportunity to build on your best practice recruiting experiences, give you the environment to share your ideas and help influence how we are approaching recruiting for PPD.

Our sector is exciting and dynamic, but demanding and competitive. We know that to attract the best and the brightest we must provide a stimulating and challenging environment. PPD recognizes our employees are at the forefront of our success, and we strive to make PPD an energizing and fulfilling experience, where individuals can make a difference.

This position can be office (following the pandemic) or home based – If you are home based, you should be prepared to travel to the Cambridge or Glasgow site occassionally (depending on your location)

We’re seeking a proven people manager who has experience leading EMEA Talent Acquisitions teams.

We’re a Talent Acquisition team of 20 based throughout Europe and we have an exciting new opportunity to join this best in class function as aTalent Acquisition Manager, EMEA, reporting to the AD Talent Acquisition based in the UK. You’ll be leading an exceptional team of up to 10 Recruiters who are based in the UK, Ireland & Bulgaria. They are responsible for supporting the fullrecruitment lifecycle for assigned business functions across 27 EMEA countries, partnering closely with hiring managers, creative sourcing strategies, focussed on candidate/employee engagement and experience.

As a PPD People Manager within the Talent Acquisition EMEA team, you will guide, motivate and lead the team to ensure they have the tools and support they require to deliver outstanding recruitment support for PPD. You will also develop your own partnerships with key leaders who have oversight of their own functional teams throughout EMEA, supporting them with talent insights and strategy. You will be a problem solver, possess influencing skills and be able to communicate effectively with various stakeholders and most importantly your team. Having ability to review hiring data, trends and produce output as part of your support to the business is beneficial.

Internal talent acquisition and people management experience is required, working within the CRO/life science/pharmaceutical or biotech sector would be an advantage, although other sectors will be considered. You should be able to demonstrate strong people management skills, building strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating closely with hiring managers, guiding and advising them on the recruitment process, whilst managing their expectations. You should understand what is required to build hiring strategies when we search for skilled/talented people to join PPD, showcasing your ability to support a team to put them in to action. Having knowledge of wide ranging ATS’ would also useful in this position.

We are recruiting best-qualified candidates for high volume and niche positions in an efficient, proactive and responsible manner – we’re seeking talent in challenging and competitive market, but we provide regular output to engage our candidates and have outstanding employee engagement. You will organise and support effective recruitment process’, ensuring necessary authorization is obtained and working closely with HR colleagues observing relevant laws and employment practices. Being highly organised and pro-active, open to develop understanding of industry trends and adapt to increasing demands and changes will be the key to being successful in this position.

PPD will provide you the opportunity to build on your best practice recruiting experiences, give you the environment to share your ideas and help influence how we are approaching recruiting for PPD.

Our sector is exciting and dynamic, but demanding and competitive. We know that to attract the best and the brightest we must provide a stimulating and challenging environment. PPD recognizes our employees are at the forefront of our success, and we strive to make PPD an energizing and fulfilling experience, where individuals can make a difference.

This position can be office (following the pandemic) or home based – If you are home based, you should be prepared to travel to the Cambridge or Glasgow site occassionally (depending on your location)

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic qualification or experience Previous recruitment experience in the Clinical/CRO/Pharma/Biotech industry ideally

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of CRO industry with a general ability to assess candidates' fit within the industry Ability to apply rational thought process, judgment, and a corporate perspective when focusing staffing and selections strategies on business issues Experience of using Social Media recruitment tools Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills Ability to multi task and pay close attention to detail Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Strong customer focus, with the ability to work with all levels of management Excellent English language and grammar skills Self motivated/Positive attitude

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic qualification or experience Previous recruitment experience in the Clinical/CRO/Pharma/Biotech industry ideally

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of CRO industry with a general ability to assess candidates' fit within the industry Ability to apply rational thought process, judgment, and a corporate perspective when focusing staffing and selections strategies on business issues Experience of using Social Media recruitment tools Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills Ability to multi task and pay close attention to detail Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Strong customer focus, with the ability to work with all levels of management Excellent English language and grammar skills Self motivated/Positive attitude