United Media
Head of Talent at United Media
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Head of Talent (Insurtech Recruiting Specialist)
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you passionate about people and want to be part of an exceptional entrepreneurial team of motivated, driven individuals?
About Us
United Media focuses on building large-scale industry media and conferences products across sectors such as insurance, HR, private equity, and retail. Our portfolio includes:
- Insurtech Insights
- Presidents Summit
- Private Equity Insights
- HRtechX
- CFO Insights
- Retail Insights
- SetSales
To date, we’ve launched eight media brands organically and acquired one.
What We Offer You
As Head of Talent, you’ll shape the greatest brand in Insurtech. Owning recruitment end-to-end, you’ll operate in a way that continuously challenges and refines your expertise. Based in our HQ in London, your growth will be unlimited with tangible impact, backed by:
- Operational start-up experience where your work and results directly influence business growth
- Collaborative leadership with the CEO on strategic recruitment initiatives
- Internal promotion opportunities and a proven track record of career growth at United Media
- A video (linked in the original description) with our founder on our recruiting philosophy
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Your Responsibilities
Your role involves dynamic ownership of all aspects of recruitment, with potential tasks including:
- Role profiling and candidate sourcing
- CV screening and assessment planning
- Designing interview scripts, then conducting interviews yourself
- Employer brand building to attract two key talent types:
- Shouting talents (highly visible, obvious choices)
- Whispering talents (quiet, hidden gems)
- Automating and streamlining our recruiting processes
- Collaborating to optimise the onboarding experience with management
What We Expect From You
We’re looking for someone with ownership-driven energy, the mindset to excel in a high-urgency environment, and a commitment to being exceptional in recruitment and personal development. Essential qualities include:
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- Proven high-performance work experience (industry background in HR, marketing, sales, or equivalent is helpful but not mandatory)
- Curiosity and deep passion for understanding and engaging with people
- UK work permit eligibility
- Strong preference for candidates who:
- Enjoy conversing with all levels of professionals (students to executives, with emotional intelligence and natural approachability)
- Can make people feel comfortable in professional interactions
- Combine relentless drive with a humble and proactive mindset
- Are coachable and eager to grow
We’re open to teaching talent experts the mechanics of recruitment—your hunger to learn and develop is vital.
Start Date
Flexible
Our Work Culture: Monday–Friday offices next to Victoria Station. Hybrid or fully remote work is not currently an option.
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