Junior Talent Acquisition Partner- Retail. Dulux Decorator Centres UK&I (Gateshead, GB)

AkzoNobel is a global leader in paints and coatings, with a rich history dating back to 1792. Their innovative products and renowned brands, including Dulux, International, and Sikkens, are trusted worldwide. AkzoNobel is dedicated to sustainability, aiming to preserve today's best while creating a better tomorrow. This is an exciting opportunity to join a pioneering company that believes every surface is an opportunity.

Talent Acquisition Partner - Dulux Decorator Centres, UK

Location: Felling, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear

AkzoNobel is seeking a motivated and experienced Talent Acquisition Partner to spearhead recruitment efforts for their extensive UK Dulux Decorator Centre store network. This pivotal role will be instrumental in identifying and securing top talent, from exceptional in-store sales associates to dynamic store managers, ensuring each new hire embodies AkzoNobel's customer-first ethos.

This year marks a significant milestone for Dulux Decorator Centres, celebrating 130 years of dedicated service and partnership with tradespeople across the UK. As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future workforce of this esteemed brand.

Key Responsibilities and What You'll Do:

• End-to-End Recruitment Ownership: Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle for a diverse range of retail roles, from part-time sales assistants to multi-site managers across the UK.
• Local Market Expertise: Leverage your in-depth knowledge of regional labor markets to efficiently source and attract the best candidates.
• Employer Branding & Outreach: Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies through job boards, social media, and targeted local campaigns to enhance the employer brand.
• Strategic Partnering: Coach and collaborate with store and area managers, providing best practice guidance to facilitate informed and successful hiring decisions.
• Proactive Pipeline Building: Anticipate hiring needs, particularly for high-turnover roles, by proactively building talent pipelines.
• Process Optimization: Continuously refine and improve recruitment processes to ensure they are efficient, candidate-friendly, and legally compliant.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Proven experience in high-volume recruitment for customer-facing retail roles. Multi-site recruitment experience is a significant advantage.
• A solid understanding of UK labor market trends and dynamics.
• Proficiency in utilizing job boards, LinkedIn, and social media platforms for talent attraction.
• Experience in advising and training hiring managers on recruitment best practices and legal considerations.
• Knowledge of UK employment law as it pertains to hiring.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Who You Are:

This role is ideal for a recruiter who is:

• People-Focused with a Passion for Retail: You genuinely enjoy connecting with people and have a keen interest in the retail sector.
• Organized and Driven: You are adept at managing multiple priorities, working independently, and consistently delivering results.
• Customer-Centric and Commercially Astute: You understand the importance of the customer experience and have a good grasp of business objectives.
• Adaptable and Collaborative: You are comfortable working autonomously and as part of a distributed national team.
• Positive and Proactive: You approach challenges with enthusiasm and a forward-thinking mindset.

If you are ready to discover and attract the next generation of retail talent for AkzoNobel's Dulux Decorator Centres, this is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a brand with a legacy of excellence and a vision for the future.

A Note on Inclusion: AkzoNobel is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where every employee can thrive. Their talent acquisition process is integral to building a diverse environment, with training provided on unconscious bias to ensure fair and equitable hiring practices. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability.