Talent Acquisition Operations Manager

We tackle the most complex problems in quantitative finance, by bringing scientific clarity to financial complexity.

From our London HQ, we unite world-class researchers and engineers in an environment that values deep exploration and methodical execution - because the best ideas take time to evolve.  Together we’re building a world-class platform to amplify our teams’ most powerful ideas.

Every breakthrough is built on strong foundations. In our Human Resources team, you’ll work across disciplines to drive the strategy, culture and structure that enable our success.

Take the next step in your career.

As the Talent Acquisition Operations Manager you will be responsible for driving a highly efficient, data-led TA function that delivers a seamless, best-in-class experience for candidates and stakeholders. Reporting to the Head of HR Operations and partnering closely with the Head of Talent Acquisition, the role focuses on optimising processes, embedding automation and maximising the use of the TA tech stack to support hiring at scale.

Leading a team of coordinators, the role champions operational excellence through continuous improvement, transparent stakeholder engagement and proactive, solution-focused delivery - ensuring the TA team operates with speed, precision and impact.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Leading and developing a team of TA Coordinators, ensuring delivery of a seamless, high-quality candidate experience across scheduling and interview management
• Owning day-to-day TA operations and administration, including Workday management and optimisation, ensuring data integrity and efficient workflows
• Acting as SME and superuser for TA systems and tools, driving best practice adoption, optimisation and continuous enhancement of the TA tech stack
• Delivering reports and insights, building dashboards and providing data-driven updates to stakeholders
• Using data to monitor operational health, such as pipelines, time-to-fill and interviewer usage, identifying trends and driving improvements
• Leading TA projects, applying structured delivery to improve processes, scalability and efficiency
• Driving process excellence through automation and streamlined workflows
• Exploring and implementing AI solutions to enhance TA operations
• Partnering with stakeholders to provide clear, solution-focused updates and continuously improve service delivery

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and deliver complex work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills with sound judgement and a structured approach
• Process improvement mindset, with experience streamlining workflows and driving efficiency
• Collaborative team player with ability to bring structure and accountability
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams

Technical skills

• Experience using Workday or a similar ATS or HRIS platform
• Familiarity with CRM tools such as HubSpot
• Experience with collaboration and project management tools such as Confluence and Jira
• Strong data analytics and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret data, generate insights and use metrics to drive decision-making

• Highly competitive compensation plus annual discretionary bonus
• Lunch provided (via Just Eat for Business) and dedicated barista bar
• 30 days’ annual leave
• 9% company pension contributions
• Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance
• Comprehensive healthcare and life assurance
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Monthly company events

G-Research is committed to cultivating and preserving an inclusive work environment. We are an ideas-driven business and we place great value on diversity of experience and opinions.

We want to ensure that applicants receive a recruitment experience that enables them to perform at their best. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please let us know in the relevant section