Senior Talent Acquisition and Retention Manager

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About Us

At Volvo Cars, it's not just about cars, it's about people. Our human-centric approach sets us apart. Join us in our mission to innovate, lead, and make a difference.

What's in it for you?

We're seeking a passionate Senior Talent Acquisition and Retention Manager to join our Maidenhead team. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our workforce by designing and implementing strategies that attract, retain, and engage top talent. Working closely with senior leadership, HR teams, and our national Retailer Network, you'll play a vital role in ensuring we remain a leading, people-focused organisation.

What You'll Do

As a key leader in our team, you will:

• Develop and execute innovative recruitment and retention strategies aligned with business goals.
• Enhance Volvo Cars' employer brand through creative outreach, social media campaigns, and targeted engagement.
• Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives, with a focus on Early Careers programs, apprenticeships, and graduate hiring.
• Reduce turnover, improve engagement, and create a strong culture of inclusion.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to forecast workforce needs and deliver measurable improvements.
• Oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle, from job postings and candidate sourcing to onboarding.
• Use data-driven insights to design strategies and achieve key targets, including a 20% reduction in turnover within critical roles in year one.
• Host events, such as school visits and job fairs, to build talent pipelines and promote Volvo Cars as an employer of choice.
• Provide comprehensive Management Information packs with insights and metrics to guide decision-making.

Key Skills and Experience

We're looking for someone with:

• A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced certifications (e.g., CIPD Level 7) are a plus.
• Proven experience in strategic talent acquisition and retention, with a strong focus on diversity and Early Careers.
• Excellent leadership skills and the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Expertise in leveraging data, workforce forecasting, and recruitment technologies.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of employment law and best practices in recruitment and retention.
• Flexibility to travel nationwide approximately 30% of the time (a valid driving license is required).

Nice to Have:

Experience in the automotive or retail sectors is advantageous.

Benefits at Volvo Car UK

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses. For internal applicants and guidance on potential salary adjustments related to a successful application, please refer to the VCUK Promotion Policy.
• Hybrid working arrangements and flexible hours.
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
• Enhanced parental leave, pension contributions, and comprehensive health and well-being support.
• Subsidised meals, free refreshments, and on-site EV charging.
• Employee lease car scheme and access to tax-saving benefits platforms.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step? Submit your application by the 6th of February 2025 via the link provided. We reserve the right to close this post early should we find suitable candidates so please apply ASAP. Please note, due to GDPR regulations, we cannot accept applications via email or LinkedIn. For questions, contact Leigh Craddock at leigh.craddock@volvocars.com.

About Volvo Cars

At Volvo Cars, we're shaping the future of mobility. Our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and innovation drives everything we do. Join us in building a better tomorrow-together, we can make a difference.