Smiths Group plc

About the Company

For over 170 years, Smiths Group has been pioneering progress by engineering a better future. We serve millions of people every year, to help make the world safer, more energy efficient and productive, and better connected, across four global markets: Energy, General Industrial, Safety & Security, and Aerospace & Defence. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs more than 15,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. For more information visit www.smiths.com. We're looking for people with curious minds. Who want responsibility and relish a challenge. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, our global scale and focus on growth means we have some great career opportunities for you. There's never been a better time to join Smiths.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Smiths Group plc

Job Title

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description

**Job Title** Talent Acquisition Specialist **Role Summary** Deliver end‑to‑end recruitment services for professional roles, ensuring timely hiring, compliance, and a positive experience for both candidates and hiring managers. **Expectations** - Complete recruitment cycles within agreed timelines. - Maintain accurate applicant data and process metrics. - Uphold data protection and equal‑opportunity standards. **Key Responsibilities** - Partner with the Talent Acquisition Business Partner to manage full recruitment lifecycle for allocated roles. - Engage hiring managers to capture role requirements, timelines, and candidate profiles. - Draft, approve, and publish job adverts across appropriate channels in line with employer brand guidelines. - Source candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, internal databases, and networking. - Manage applicant tracking system (ATS) entries, ensuring timely status updates and compliance. - Coordinate interview schedules, assessment logistics, and candidate communications. - Facilitate offer management, negotiations, and transition to onboarding. - Liaise with HR and onboarding teams to ensure smooth candidate induction. - Monitor and report on recruitment metrics; support continuous process improvement initiatives. **Required Skills** - Proven in‑house or agency recruitment experience for professional roles. - Strong sourcing, networking, and candidate assessment skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication; stakeholder management. - Proficient with ATS platforms (e.g., SmartRecruiters, Workday, SuccessFactors). - In‑depth knowledge of UK employment law and recruitment compliance. - Ability to manage multiple requisitions and prioritize effectively. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in HR, Business, or related field. - CIPD qualification or equivalent recruitment certification (e.g., REC) is desirable. ---

Birmingham, United kingdom

On site

12-11-2025