Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Ultima & Trustmarque (Post-Merger Opportunity)

Location: Hybrid (UK-based)

Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week

About the Role

Following the exciting merger of Ultima and Trustmarque, we are building a unified, high-performing talent function to support our next phase of growth. This is a hugely exciting opportunity to join a newly combined organisation at a transformational moment, helping shape how we attract, engage, and hire world-class talent across our global business.

We are seeking a driven and resourceful Talent Acquisition Executive who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys uncovering exceptional candidates — even when they’re not actively looking. We particularly welcome candidates transitioning from a recruitment agency background who are looking to move into an in-house, strategic talent acquisition role.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment across multiple business areas within Ultima & Trustmarque
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and hiring strategies
• Proactively headhunt and source passive candidates using innovative search techniques
• Identify “needles in haystacks” through targeted market mapping and creative sourcing approaches
• Deliver outstanding candidate experiences from first contact through to onboarding
• Build and maintain strong global talent pipelines
• Create high-quality recruitment presentations and reports using PowerPoint for senior stakeholders
• Support employer branding initiatives and promote the merged organisation as an employer of choice
• Track recruitment metrics and provide insight-driven hiring recommendations

About You

• Experience in Talent Acquisition, Internal Recruitment, or Recruitment Agency environments
• Candidates from agency backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply
• Experience recruiting within the technology sector is highly desirable
• Demonstrated headhunting and direct sourcing expertise
• Proven ability to find hard-to-reach talent in competitive markets
• Exceptional PowerPoint and presentation skills (essential)
• Global or international hiring exposure is desirable
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working remotely
• Passion for delivering exceptional hiring outcomes

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a landmark merger between Ultima and Trustmarque
• Opportunity to help shape a newly integrated talent function
• Excellent benefits
• Exposure to global hiring initiatives and strategic projects
• Collaborative, forward-thinking culture focused on growth and innovation