Talent Acquisition Assistant

About the Role:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Assistant to support our global recruitment function. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating interviews, managing recruitment administration, and assisting with direct sourcing strategies to attract top talent. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team in a firm that values early responsibility, growth, and inclusivity.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment Coordination:

• Arrange interviews, meetings, and travel logistics for candidates and hiring managers

• Communicate with candidates, agencies, hiring managers, and partners

• Prepare and manage offer letters, contracts, and agency agreements

• Post job advertisements on internal and external platforms

• Manage the recruitment inbox and calendar, and track interview outcomes

Candidate Research and Sourcing:

• Assist the team in sourcing and screening candidates using LinkedIn, job boards, and internal systems

• Build talent pools and candidate market maps through desktop research

• Maintain and update candidate pipelines in the applicant tracking system

Administration and Reporting:

• Prepare monthly recruitment reports using Excel and recruitment software

• Create and format PowerPoint presentations and internal materials

• Process invoices and manage recruitment expenses

• Ensure compliance with data privacy standards and data retention policies

• Maintain and update internal intranet pages and marketing materials

What We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience in HR or recruitment support

• Familiarity with candidate sourcing tools such as LinkedIn and job boards

• Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities

• Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio)

• High attention to detail with strong communication and organizational skills

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities

• Private health, dental, and life insurance for you and your family

• Flexible benefits including gym discounts, retail vouchers, and tech schemes

• Cycle and electric car schemes

• Generous holiday allowance (35 days) and volunteering leave

• Hybrid and flexible working options

• A comprehensive wellbeing strategy focusing on physical, emotional, financial, and social support

• A collaborative, inclusive, and growth-focused workplace culture

About Stephenson Harwood:

Stephenson Harwood is an international law firm with over 1,400 people, including more than 210 partners, across eight offices in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. We provide legal expertise across five core sectors: Energy Transition, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Private Capital and Funds, Technology, and Transportation and Trade.

We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Our culture is one of partnership, support, and ambition—where people are encouraged to be themselves and thrive.