bit.bio

Cambridge, UK

bit.bio is an award-winning spinout from the University of Cambridge. Our breakthrough technology combines synthetic and stem cell biology for the precise, efficient and consistent reprogramming of human cells used in research, drug discovery, and cell therapy. At bit.bio, we are passionate about engineering human cells that will enable the medicine of the future. To do this we need talented and curious people who want to make an impact on the future of science and therapeutics.

As a team of individuals, we value science, collaboration, openness, curiosity and creativity. We are united by trust and respect for each other.

Location: Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge

Type: Full time, permanent

Start: Immediate

Salary: Competitive / Hours: 40 p/w

Remote position with travel into Cambridge as required

Your role in our team:

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist with in-house recruitment experience ideally in Biotech/Pharma or similar, to support the scale up of a business that that values its people and wants to attract and retain the best talent. The successful candidate will work with the Talent Acquisition Partner to build a brilliant recruitment function at bit.bio.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Managing vacancies: You'll provide end-to-end management of assigned vacancies
Partnering with hiring managers: You'll be a trusted partner to our hiring managers and will provide great support and expertise throughout the recruitment process. You'll ensure we ultimately find the best talent for the role and bit.bio
Managing our agency partners: You'll be the key point of contact for the agencies you partner with for recruitment, and will ensure they are delivering a high level of service, and great candidates. You will liaise with them day-to-day and provide feedback
Direct hiring : You will adopt direct hiring methods for some vacancies
Candidate management: You will work to ensure candidates have a brilliant experience with bit.bio. You'll carefully guide each candidate through our process to ensure they exit, regardless of outcome, as an advocate for bit.bio. You'll take care of candidate screening, oversee interview scheduling and manage the offer process
Support Talent Acquisition projects: You will work with the TA Partner and Senior Director, People & Culture to build a brilliant recruitment function. Projects may include the development of an attractive Employee Value Proposition, improving Employer Branding & social media presence and the development of a hiring manager training programme
You…

People focused - you are people focused and are committed to treating people well
You leave candidates feeling valued and cared forCustomer service oriented - you are committed to providing a high level of service to your internal and external stakeholders and candidates
Excellent communication skills - whether you are communicating by email, verbally or face-to-face you get your message across clearly, keeping people informed and engaged
Well organised - you are skilled at juggling multiple priorities and have effective systems to keep yourself on-track and organised
Action-oriented - you are committed to delivering results and find solutions to challengesHave a strong affinity with bit.bio values and cultureHave a good understanding of recruitment related legislation, GDPR and best practice
With essential experience in…

Managing a diverse range of vacancies from approval right through to offer and juggling a high volume of vacancies (15+ at a time)
Interviewing and assessing candidates
Using an Applicant Tracking System (preferably Greenhouse) to manage live roles and candidates

...and possibly....
Experience recruiting in a scale-up or high growth environment
Experience directly sourcing candidates
A Bachelors' degree in Human Resources, Business/Management, Life Science (or similar)

More reasons to join us:

bit.bio provides a vibrant and dynamic work environment in an exciting, fast-moving time for biology. We work with cutting edge technologies and with our world-leading scientific advisory board. We conduct pioneering work with real-world impact.

We trust our people to make significant contributions early on with opportunities to be involved in projects that are key to the success and growth of our young company. We invest in people, creating opportunities for personal development in an inclusive multi-skilled team with ambitious goals that provide opportunities to learn on the job from each other.

Creativity and open minds are encouraged for everyone to contribute to the success of the company.

For information on how we will manage your data please see our Candidate Privacy Notice
https://www.bit.bio/candidate-privacy-notice