Talent & People Associate

Company Description

BlueOptima is a company built on transparency, collaboration, and accountability. We provide organizations with an objective, data-driven insight into developer efficiency, and how we operate internally is a direct reflection of this.

We are a team made up of tenacious, ambitious, and hungry individuals, who strive to constantly improve and pull together to achieve our ambitious goals. Our company values, and genuine family-feel working relationships, lead to a working culture of collaboration, learning, autonomy, and high performance.

Our Product

BlueOptima provides industry-leading objective metrics in software development using our proprietary Coding Effort Analytics; enabling Fortune 500 organizations to deliver better software, faster and more efficiently.

We currently are located in 4 countries: London (our HQ), Mexico, India, and the US. A total number of 100+ employees (and increasing every day) from different nationalities and with over 25 languages spoken.

Job Description

Location: London
Department: Enablement

The Enablement team includes our People, Operations and Talent teams. Together we make sure that our people are set up for success from the time they interview and throughout their lifetime with us. We act as helpers and career accelerators, ensuring our employees get the support they need to be able to succeed in their areas of expertise. 

We are looking for a proactive and results-oriented Talent & People Associate who will drive our headcount expansion and support the development of our teams. This role reports to our Senior People Manager.

What will you do? 

This role allows you to have an impact as a lead for both commercial and non-commercial roles in the tech industry, hiring talent and working alongside managers and heads of departments. You will help shape the future of the talent management function and actively participate in headcount planning. 

• ​​​​​​Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent across various roles and levels.
• Build innovative sourcing and engagement strategies, driving talent attraction and improving our candidates' experiences.
• Conduct interviews and assess candidates' qualifications and cultural fit.
• Manage the entire hiring process, from initial outreach to offer acceptance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their needs and ensure a smooth recruitment process.
• Assist with onboarding new hires, including orientation and training.
• Contribute to HR projects and initiatives, such as policy development and employee engagement programs.
• Assist with office administration tasks, such as maintaining office supplies and equipment, event and travel coordination. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in talent acquisition or a similar role, preferably in a startup-like environment.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for enabling people and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

At BlueOptima, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that a variety of perspectives and experiences make our team stronger and more innovative. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We actively seek to foster an inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated, and every team member can thrive and reach their full potential.

Additional Information

Why join our team?

Culture and Growth:

• Global team with a creative, innovative, and welcoming mindset
• Rapid career growth and opportunity to be an outstanding and visible contributor to the company's success
• Freedom to create your own success story in a high-performance environment
• Training programs and Personal Development Plans for each employee

Benefits:

• 32 days of holidays (including 8 bank holidays)
• Hybrid working - 2 days remote and 3 days in the office each week
• Flexible Work from Long Distance - 4 weeks a year
• Top of the line equipment (i.e. laptop, headset, desk gaming monitor)
• Office in Elephant and Castle with free drinks and snacks
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• 12 Weeks Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Pet friendly office

Salary : £38,000 to £45,000 Annual [Depending on Experience] + Hiring Commissions

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