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At Iceland, our success is built on our people. We have a proud history of loving our customers and looking after our teams, and we believe that when we work together, we achieve amazing things.
Our values guide everything we do:
- We care about our colleagues, customers, and communities.
- We look after our own, creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
- We love our customers, going above and beyond to deliver exceptional service.
- We hate waste, striving for efficiency and sustainability in all we do.
- We work together, because collaboration is the key to success.
The Role
We’re searching for a committed and passionate Recruitment Partner to join our growing business. In this role, you’ll manage the full recruitment process for roles across head office and retail management, ensuring a seamless experience for candidates and stakeholders. You’ll also support ad-hoc recruitment projects, playing a key part in shaping our recruitment strategy and driving the continued growth of our business.
What You’ll Do
- Manage sourcing and first-stage recruitment for Store Manager roles, supporting line managers through final assessments.
- Provide expert recruitment advice to stores and stakeholders to ensure efficient business delivery.
- Produce regular recruitment reports to help managers and HRBPs plan current and future activity.
- Organise and support assessment processes for internal and external candidates for key roles.
- Maintain proactive communication with candidates and external partners, ensuring a positive experience.
- Handle salary discussions fairly and professionally.
- Work on targeted recruitment initiatives as directed by the Talent & Recruitment Manager.
- Coordinate and deliver Development Centres to support internal talent progression.
- Lead recruitment for new store openings and coordinate assessment centres for store-level colleagues.
- Bring fresh, practical ideas that reflect our brand and enhance recruitment processes.
- Support and coach line managers to make the right hiring decisions for Iceland and The Food Warehouse.
- Use all available platforms to attract top talent.
- Accurately manage recruitment processes using our Applicant Tracking System.
- Promote job opportunities and our employer brand across social channels.
- Act on feedback from candidates and managers to improve recruitment practices.
This role supports our HR strategy to attract, develop and retain the very best talent.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in fast-paced in-house or agency recruitment.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Knowledge of ATS systems and social media recruitment strategies.
- A proactive, innovative approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
What You Can Expect From Us
- A collaborative and informal environment.
- Managers and team members who invest in your professional and personal growth.
- A forward-thinking leadership team that gives you the autonomy to deliver what the business needs.
- 15% discount in Iceland stores.
- 30% discount at Club Individual Restaurants.
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
- Pension (NEST).
- Free onsite parking.
- Onsite electric car charging ports.
- Subsidised staff restaurant and Costa Coffee.
- Christmas vouchers and savings scheme.
- Discounted dry cleaning.
- Long service awards.