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Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Manager - James Leighton Financial ServicesEnsure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.HR & Talent Acquisition Manager | 4350K | Mortgage Brokerage | Nottingham HQ | Office-basedAre you an experienced HR professional with a passion for recruitment and people leadership?Join James Leighton one of the UKs fastest growing mortgage brokerages as our Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Manager. Youll be a central figure in the business, leading our HR operations, driving recruitment, and helping to cultivate a high-performance culture.This role is fully office-based at our Nottingham Head Office, placing you at the heart of our team. Your physical presence will be crucial to developing relationships, building a vibrant work culture, and supporting managers and staff in real time. 43,000 to 50,000 dependent on experience Nottingham HQ (Office-based, no remote option) Full-time, MondayFridayIf you're ready to make a tangible impact every day and help shape the future of our business, we want to hear from you. Send your CV to recruitment@jlfs.co.ukJames Leighton is a multi-award-winning, fast-growing mortgage and protection brokerage. Recognised as a Top 50 UK mortgage producer and Top 5 for new build mortgage advice, we combine technical excellence with a people-first culture.Were now seeking an experienced Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Manager to embed and lead our HR function and drive recruitment across the company. This role is based permanently in our conveniently located Head Office at J25 M1. As a front-and-centre presence in the business, youll help shape our internal environment, support staff daily, and play a hands-on role in developing a vibrant and values-led team culture.Key InformationJob Title: Human Resources & Talent Acquisition ManagerBasic Salary: 43,000 50,000 per annum dependent on experienceLocation: Nottingham HQ (Office-based, full-time)Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentHours: Monday Friday, 40 hours per week (core hours 9:00am 6:00pm)Reporting to: Head of CommercialKey ResponsibilitiesStrategic HR Leadership- Lead the embedding and development of the companys HR function- Collaborate with directors and department heads on workforce planning and people strategy- Ensure compliance with employment law, ACAS guidelines, and internal policy- Oversee BrightHR usage, contracts, the staff handbook, and policy documentationTalent Acquisition & Recruitment- Manage end-to-end recruitment across all departments, including job advertising, screening, and interviewing- Build talent pipelines to support future growth- Lead onboarding and induction for new staff- Promote James Leighton as an employer of choiceEmployee Relations & Performance- Act as the first point of contact for staff relations issues, disciplinaries, and grievances- Liaise with outsourced legal advisers- Guide line managers on performance reviews and capability procedures- Support wellbeing and staff engagement initiativesLearning & Development- Identify training needs across departments- Contribute to succession planning and leadership development- Support ongoing CPD and staff progressionRequired Skills and Experience- Proven experience in a standalone HR or people function- Hands-on experience in recruitment and onboarding- Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR compliance- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skillsDesirable- CIPD Level 5 or above- Experience in financial services or regulated environments- Familiarity with BrightHR or similar systemsWhat We Offer- 43,000 50,000 per annum dependent on experience- 20 days holiday (rising with service) + bank holidays- NEST pension scheme (3% employer contribution)- Core Values Bonus Scheme and staff awards- Team socials and employee referral bonuses- A dynamic, collaborative workplace where your presence makes a visible impact daily Send your CV to recruitment@jlfs.co.uk