Stantec
Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Opportunity: Talent Acquisition Specialist (Water Sector Focused)
Location: Hybrid working (3 days per week in the office) Areas: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Reading, Birmingham
As Stantec’s UK business continues to grow, the Talent Acquisition (TA) team plays a critical role in our expansion. To support our next stage of development within the Regulated Water Sector in Scotland, we are looking for a dynamic and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team.
This is a high-visibility, impact-driven role where you will shape our recruitment strategy and become a trusted talent partner to the business, helping Stantec secure top-tier talent to support critical infrastructure projects across Scotland.
About the Role
This is a strategic, end-to-end recruitment role, where you will collaborate closely with hiring managers and stakeholders. Your responsibilities include:
- Advising on best practices in recruitment.
- Supporting hiring across multiple disciplines within the water sector.
- Developing proactive sourcing strategies.
- Building candidate pipelines and talent communities for future needs.
- Delivering an exceptional, inclusive candidate experience.
- Operating as a strategic business partner in a fast-paced environment.
Your Key Responsibilities
✔ Strategic Partnering: Guide business leaders on market trends, recruitment best practices, and talent planning.
✔ Proactive Sourcing: Design innovative direct sourcing strategies and collaborate with internal and external sourcing teams to build strong candidate networks for future framework requirements.
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✔ Candidate Experience: Champion a positive, respectful, and engaging applicant experience across recruitment touchpoints.
✔ Business Growth: Recruit high-potential engineering and technical talent to deliver critical infrastructure projects and support Scotland’s development needs.
Requirements
- A resilient, results-driven TA professional who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced recruitment environment.
- Preferable blend of in-house and agency experience, with strong credibility in the Engineering, Construction, or Professional Services sectors.
- Demonstrated ability to scalesourcing efforts and build relationships at all levels (from stakeholders to candidates).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail, with a passion for securing elite talent in a competitive market.
Why Join Stantec?
✅ People First Culture: A friendly, inclusive environment where every colleague feels valued and supported to thrive.
✅ Purpose-Driven Work: One of the most sustainable companies in the world (Corporate Knights 2025) and strong track record, named by Glassdoor among the top 50 places to work in 2025.
✅ Career Growth: Commitment to professional development, access to coaching, and mentorship opportunities for full-potential realisation.
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✅ Collaborative Community: dynamic Talent Acquisition team with a culture of knowledge-sharing, celebration, and peer support.
✅ Growth Potential: Exciting expansion across the UK—join us as we continue to scale and innovate.
✅ Great Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Enhanced pension plan
- Flexible annual leave (with buy/sell options)
- Comprehensive benefits package (including private medical insurance and life/protection cover).
- Discounted gym membership and various other perks.
About Stantec
Stantec connects 34,000+ employees across 450 global locations, delivering expertise and innovation in sustainable infrastructure development for over 150 years. At the heart of the organisation, we plan, design, build, and manage projects that foster resilient, inclusive, and future-focused communities.
Our values reflect a commitment to:
- Technical excellence
- Sustainability and clean growth
- Equitable and responsible practices
A diverse and inclusive workforce is central to Stantec’s continued success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and diversity in experience and thought is what drives innovation.
If you have any questions, require reasonable adjustments, or need further details about the role, please email us here.
At Stantec, you’re invited to bring your talent, passion, and vision to build a better future—together.
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