Head Office Talent Acquisition Consultant (12 Month Temporary Assignment)

What you'll do

Summary


£52,800* up to £70,400* per annum | 35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re curious, collaborative, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Just like you.

In this 12 Month Temporary Assignment as a Head Office Talent Acquisition Consultant, you’ll be at the heart of our recruitment strategy—shaping how we attract, engage, and hire the very best people. You’ll lead high-impact recruitment campaigns, proactively source top talent, and manage the full candidate journey from initial enquiry through to offer. Alongside your core recruitment responsibilities, you’ll support initiatives that improve our hiring processes and strengthen our employer brand.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll build strong candidate pipelines, deliver an exceptional candidate experience, and ensure every applicant—successful or not—leaves as an advocate for Lidl.

At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you’ll find the work/life balance you need to thrive

What you'll do


Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify pain points and opportunities for improvement in recruitment workflows
Manage full-cycle recruitment for assigned roles, from intake to offer
Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and develop sourcing strategies
Source, screen, and assess candidates using a variety of tools and platforms
Ensure a positive candidate experience and timely communication throughout the hiring process
Analyse recruitment metrics to inform project decisions and improve hiring outcomes
Monitor project performance and report on outcomes, risks, and recommendations

What you'll need


Inhouse Talent Acquisition experience would be desirable
Experience in the full 360 talent acquisition cycle, ideally in a fast-paced environment
Confidence using our ATS SuccessFactors
A passion for finding better ways of working
Good attention to detail and the ability to work independently and take ownership of your area
The ability to prioritise your workload in a busy environment and work towards business-critical deadlines
Determination and resilience to see a task or project through even when faced with challenges and hurdles
Strong communication skills and the ability to build successful relationships with candidates and the wider business
Confident using LinkedIn and Indeed as a tool to source talent

What you'll receive


35 days holiday (pro rata)
10% in-store discount
Sabbatical
Enhanced family leave
Pension scheme
Plus, more of the perks you deserve

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

*Includes a 10% non-contractual London weighting