Talent Acquisition Specialist- FTC (maternity)

At Britvic Ireland - Part of the Carlsberg Group, we're all about creating and sharing amazing soft drinks. Our iconic brands like Ballygowan, Club Orange, Miwadi, Energise, TK, and Cidona have been loved for generations. We also partner with PepsiCo to bring you favourites like Pepsi, 7UP, and Lipton.
 
We're always innovating and evolving, staying true to our vision of being the most dynamic soft drinks company, creating a better tomorrow. With over 240 years of history, our brands are rooted in authenticity and heritage. Our success is driven by the passion of our people, and we foster an environment where everyone can thrive and grow and truly be themselves.
 
As we embark on this exciting new chapter under the Carlsberg Group, our purpose remains clear: striving for perfection, focusing on research and innovation, listening to our consumers, and driving sustainability to make a positive impact on society.

Job Overview

Join Britvic Ireland - Part of the Carlsberg Group as a Talent Acquisition Specialist responsible for delivering exceptional recruitment outcomes across our dynamic organization. In this role, you will manage end-to-end hiring processes, build strong partnerships with hiring managers, enhance candidate experiences, and support our employer branding initiatives. As a key member of our People & Culture team, you will play a vital role in ensuring we attract, select, and secure the best talent in the competitive Irish labor market while embodying our "Semper Ardens" (always burning) philosophy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from role briefing to offer acceptance, including drafting compelling job advertisements, screening candidates, and conducting preliminary interviews


• Create an exceptional candidate experience through consistent, inclusive, and professional communication while serving as a brand ambassador for our organization


• Develop strategic partnerships with hiring managers to understand workforce plans, role requirements, and provide market insights, salary benchmarking, and recruitment strategy recommendations


• Build diverse talent pipelines using multiple sourcing channels including LinkedIn, job boards, social media, networking, and referrals, with particular focus on hard-to-fill positions


• Ensure all recruitment processes comply with Irish employment legislation and GDPR while maintaining accurate records and reporting


• Contribute to employer branding activities, campaigns, and content while supporting early careers programs and talent events

Requirements

• 3+ years of recruitment experience (in-house or agency) within the Irish market with demonstrated success managing end-to-end hiring across multiple functions


• Strong sourcing capabilities and thorough understanding of current recruitment market trends and best practices


• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills with the ability to build relationships at all organizational levels


• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (preferably SAP SuccessFactors) and recruitment technologies


• Knowledge of Irish employment law and GDPR regulations as they relate to recruitment processes


• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results under pressure

Key Behaviors

• Strives for the extraordinary by challenging the status quo, setting ambitious goals, and innovating to build beyond our time


• Creates an environment of positive energy and compassion while practicing equity, inclusion, and celebrating diversity of thought


• Demonstrates consumer-centricity in all activities, acting as a passionate brand ambassador for our iconic portfolio


• Makes decisions quickly and delivers with excellence, building trust to learn from failures and drive innovation


• Empowers, supports, and develops people to reach their full potential through continuous learning opportunities


• Balances speed with quality, knowing when to prioritize action over perfection while maintaining high standards

Education/Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field


• Minimum 3-5 years of recruitment experience in Ireland


• CIPD qualification or equivalent professional HR certification is advantageous but not essential