Ted Baker Hiring for Talent Partner Job at London, England Full Time

Ted’s Guide to what the Talent Partner does around here…

Ted’s Mission Statement

Our Mission is to build a successful company through the creation of a leading designer brand. By conducting ourselves in an efficient and courteous manner and by maintaining Ted’s high standards and integrity, we pride ourselves in always being in a position to satisfy the needs of our customer. In order to protect the ethos and persona for which we have gained an enviable reputation, we always ask ourselves the question: ‘Would Ted do it that way?’**

Where does this role fit within Ted’s Team?

Working in a team of 6 reporting to the Head of Talent & Development, this role is responsible for the recruitment, talent attraction and onboarding of various roles across Ted’s head office and our global retail population. As Talent Partner, you will consult with your stakeholders to implement the people agenda and build the right talent, culture and leadership, whilst using your knowledge of the market and business requirements to determine the best recruitment channels to ensure we find and hire the very best people for every job here at Ted!

Main responsibilities

• Works closely with, listening to and understanding the needs and priorities of your business areas.
• Analyses insight provided by People Operations. Using the data to inform the people strategy and plan for their business areas, implement actions and ensure fit for purpose and cost-effective solutions.
• Responsible for the recruitment of contractors within their business areas, from budget sign off, IR35 checks and supporting documentation.
• Makes sure that all open jobs they are responsible for are filled to the highest standard, within the targeted time to hire and to budget.
• Ensures hiring managers are using a consistent approach to recruitment and are resourcing fairly within the parameters of the law.
• Ensuring that we recruit from a diverse candidate base, promoting the benefits of diverse teams.
• Builds a professional network through relationships with external professionals, peers, further education centres and other contacts.
• Delivers resourcing training as required.
• Acting as the performance improvement driver, challenges the status quo and is an advocate of positive changes in people hiring practices.
• Carries out preliminary screening/vetting of applications on the AT.
• Contributes the employee onboarding experience.
• Support and lead projects within the Talent & Development Team.

Tools of the Trade…

• In house or agency recruitment experience
• Familiar with recruitment technology, hiring channels and current social media platforms.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks and requirements.
• An in-depth knowledge of current employment law and legislation relevant to their role and responsibilities.

Personal traits…

• Good understanding of the business (model, products, industry, competitors etc.).
• Confidential and trustworthy.
• Ability to communicate effectively and adapt style in a multicultural, multinational environment.
• Drive, enthusiasm and passion for attracting top talent and keeping them.
• Strong networker, with confidence to build internal and external relationships
• Can explain complex plans or processes in a simple and concise manner.
• Makes confident, clear decisions based on sound judgement.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and have strong organisational skills.
• Proven ability to quickly learn new applications, processes, and procedures.
• Proven capacity to manage changing priorities and ambiguity while remaining calm and controlled.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Ted’s Values…

• Authentic We have the freedom to be our ‘best self’, being true to ourselves and others
• Kind We try to do the right thing: for each other, our communities, our planet and for Ted
• Curious We are hungry to explore, innovate and think differently
• Courageous We have the confidence to be brave, have fun and discover the unexpected
• Inclusive We embrace and respect individuality and celebrate difference & diversity

Ted Baker is committed to equal opportunities and embraces diversity, understanding the needs and benefits of a balanced, inclusive workforce. We do not tolerate any harassment or discrimination towards any of our candidates or employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.