Talent Acquisition Specialist

• Talent Acquisition Specialist*2
• Water Sector focused
• Flexible location - Reading, Oxford, Bristol, Brighton, Birmingham, Cardiff, Manchester, other locations can be considered
• Hybrid Working: 3 days per week in the office

Stantec’s UK & Ireland business has grown significantly in recent years and the Talent Acquisition team have played an important role in supporting our continued expansion. With over 4,000 talented professionals across our UK & Ireland business and further plans for expansion in 2025 and beyond, this is an exciting time to join us.

To support further growth across our Regulated Water Sector ahead of the AMP8 cycle, we are seeking two Talent Acquisition Specialists to join the team.

This is an end-to-end role where you will work closely with hiring managers and stakeholders across the business, advising on best practice and recruiting across numerous disciplines in our water sector.

You will devise direct sourcing strategies and work with our sourcing team in the development of our candidate pipelines and talent communities for future requirements. You will play a key role in delivering a great candidate experience. 

This is a fast-paced, highly visible role where you will have the opportunity to play a key part in Stantec’s ambitious growth plans.  

About You

You are an experienced Talent Acquisition practitioner with a successful track record of delivery in a fast-paced environment. You will ideally have some Construction/Engineering experience.

You are potentially in an agency environment looking to move in-house or perhaps you’re currently an in-house recruiter looking to further develop your career.   

You enjoy working in a high-volume recruitment function and have a track record of building relationships and influencing at all levels. You pride yourself on being responsive, have a strong attention to detail and have a passion for finding the top talent in the market.

Why Join Us? 

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative group of recruiters with a great team spirit. You will enjoy a supportive culture where you will be empowered in an autonomous environment. You will be given the opportunity to develop your skills and gain experience within a reputable, public-listed global engineering firm. 

We offer a great working environment with hybrid working. You will have access to great benefits such as a good pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance, and a range of flexible benefits such as bike to work scheme's, retail and gym membership discounts and much more.

 For more information, please reach out to Eamon Cassidy - [email protected]

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.