About Us

As a leading group of companies, the ECA International Group stands as a global frontrunner in simplifying international mobility. Our collective vision is to make a positive impact by delivering exceptional products and services to our prestigious list of large enterprise clients.

Our global presence across the UK, EU, Hong Kong, Australia, and the US offers our team a world of opportunities, and our commitment to innovation ensures that you will be at the leading edge of your field.

We love to invest in our people’s success and development pathways, creating a diverse and inclusive community where your unique talents shine. Your work here has a global impact, and we prioritise work-life balance, offering flexibility to enable you to perform your best. Join us to experience a rewarding career where your potential is celebrated, and your journey to excellence begins.

About the role

As the Talent Manager, you will be at the heart of our mission to attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent, driving the success and growth of our business. You’ll lead in running a standout recruitment process, ensuring we draw top-tier talent that aligns with our vision. From amplifying our employer brand to creating unforgettable candidate experiences, you will play a key role ensuring every hire contributes to a culture of innovation and excellence.

Your impact doesn’t stop at hiring. You’ll take ownership of the entire talent lifecycle—coordinating and managing development programs, fostering a culture of engagement, and implementing forward-thinking workforce planning. With every step, you’ll ensure a seamless, inspiring, and transformative talent journey that aligns with our business goals and makes a lasting difference to both our people and our organisation. If you’re passionate about building a world-class team and shaping a thriving workplace, this is your opportunity to lead and excel!

Key Responsibilities

1. End-to-End Recruitment

• Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle from role scoping and advertising to interviewing and onboarding.
• Build and maintain a talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
• Partner with hiring managers to ensure roles are filled with high-quality candidates promptly.

2. Talent Attraction and Pooling

• Develop and execute innovative strategies to attract top talent across various channels.
• Maintain a proactive talent pool and database, ensuring we are ahead of market trends.
• Network with industry professionals and leverage social media platforms to identify and engage potential candidates.

3. Employer Branding and Content

• Lead the development and promotion of our employer brand to ensure we are recognised as an employer of choice.
• Create compelling content to showcase our culture, values, and opportunities across digital and traditional channels.
• Collaborate with marketing to align branding initiatives with broader company objectives.

4. Employee Experience – Onboarding to Exit

• Champion the “moments that matter” in the employee lifecycle, ensuring a positive experience from onboarding to exit.
• Regularly review and enhance onboarding processes, ensuring new hires feel welcomed and supported.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyse feedback to identify trends and areas for improvement.

5. Training and Development

• Collaborate with managers to create, review, and manage training plans that align with business and employee development goals.
• Identify appropriate training providers and evaluate the effectiveness of programmes.
• Monitor training budgets and ensure optimal ROI on all learning initiatives.

6. Talent Strategy and Workforce Planning

• Partner with the Head of People to design and implement a forward-thinking talent strategy.
• Support workforce planning by analysing current and future talent needs.
• Use data-driven insights to forecast talent gaps and identify solutions.

7. Apprenticeship Scheme Management:

• Oversee the company’s apprenticeship programs, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Manage the Digital Apprenticeship Service (DAS) account, including funding allocations and compliance with government regulations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for training providers and apprentices.

The Ideal Candidate:

Skills & Qualifications:

Essential

• Proven experience in a similar Talent Manager, Recruitment Manager, or People & Talent Manager role.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end recruitment processes and talent attraction strategies.
• Expertise in employer branding and creating engaging content.
• Experience in managing training plans and working with external suppliers.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Up-to-date knowledge of employment laws and best practices in talent management.

Desirable

• CIPD Level 5 (or above) qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience in workforce planning and talent strategy development.

What’s in it for you

• 💼 Enhanced Stakeholder Pension Contribution
• 🌴 25 days annual leave
• 🏥 Health, Life Insurance + EAP Wellbeing Support
• 💰 Eligible for Annual Bonus Scheme
• 🎉 Long Service Awards
• 🏋️‍♀️ ClassPass Membership
• 👶 Enhanced Family Leave
• 📚 Up to £1,000 per year for personal development & training
• 🚆 Season Ticket Loan
• 🏠 Flexible/hybrid Work Environment
• 🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme
• 👓 Free Eye Test

Our Team and Culture

We are a super friendly team that thrives on collaboration and supporting each other. We cultivate an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their best work, helping us to realise our ambitious growth goals and mission.

Our hybrid working structure includes spending around two days a week at our Head Office in Holborn, London, in a great space filled with creative, colourful.

Need a change of scenery? Our breakout areas have comfortable seating and cool décor where you can work in your own space. Not to mention, being in the hub of the West End, we’re surrounded by many cafes and restaurants and are just a hop, skip, and a jump from the tube.