Talent Acquisition Partner

About the Role

Introduction – 

This is a great opportunity to join Oxford University Press as a Talent Acquisition Partner, where you will act as a trusted advisor to the business and influence hiring decisions through insights and market expertise. You will play a key role in shaping an inclusive and high-performing workforce aligned with OUP’s mission and values.

This role offers exposure to strategic hiring, data-driven decision making, and stakeholder engagement at all levels. You will work closely with business leaders and HR teams, contributing to impactful hiring strategies and driving continuous improvement in recruitment practices. It is an excellent opportunity to enhance your expertise while working in a collaborative and purpose-driven environment.

Opportunity – 

As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will:

• Partner with hiring managers to design and execute effective recruitment strategies aligned with business goals
• Build and manage strong talent pipelines using market insights and proactive sourcing techniques
• Deliver end-to-end recruitment including sourcing, assessment, offer management, and onboarding
• Influence hiring decisions through data, market intelligence, and cost-effective sourcing strategies
• Coach and guide line managers on best practices in hiring, selection, and minimizing bias
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the hiring journey
• Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives in recruitment processes and talent attraction
• Ensure compliance with legal, data privacy, and internal recruitment policies
• Collaborate with HR teams across functions to align recruitment practices and improve processes
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including training and process optimization

This role has a direct impact on building high-quality teams, improving hiring efficiency, and strengthening OUP’s employer brand.

About You

Essential Criteria

• Strong experience in agency or in-house recruitment
• Proven ability to manage end-to-end and high-volume hiring
• Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills
• Strong sourcing capability and experience in building talent pipelines
• Experience using multiple tools and methods to assess candidates
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and workload management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Desirable Criteria

• MBA/PGDM in HR or relevant qualification
• Industry-recognized recruitment certification
• Advanced social media recruiting skills
• Experience in conducting or leading selection interviews

Queries

Please contact shariq.anwar@oup.com with any queries relating to this role. To ensure a smooth application process, please submit your CV through this link than via email.