Talent Acquisition Partner
Location: UK (flexible, travel to offices either Elland and/or Harlow as needed)
Reports to: Head of People & Development
Why this role matters
At Checkmate, our people are our greatest asset. As Talent Acquisition Partner, you’ll play a key role in shaping our future by attracting and retaining the best talent. Working with senior leaders, hiring managers, and the People Team, you’ll influence workforce planning, strengthen our culture, and ensure every candidate has a positive experience.
What you’ll do
Lead end-to-end recruitment for all levels, including senior, technical, and operational roles.
Partner with leaders to anticipate talent needs and create recruitment plans.
Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline using creative sourcing strategies.
Manage candidate experience, onboarding, and employer branding.
Use Employment Hero ATS to track candidates and report on metrics.
Oversee agency relationships, budgets, and recruitment workflows.
Contribute to People initiatives, including D&I, workforce planning, and talent development.
What we’re looking for
Proven recruitment experience, ideally in technical or operational sectors.
Skilled in end-to-end hiring, stakeholder management, and onboarding.
Experience with ATS systems and digital recruitment tools.
Strong communicator, proactive, and candidate-focused.
Willing to travel across the UK as needed.
Bonus: experience in fire, construction, or safety industries.
Why Checkmate?
You’ll make a real impact on how we attract, engage, and retain top talent—helping shape the future of our business while building an exceptional employee experience.
