Recruitment Specialist

Overview

We are seeking a Recruitment Specialist to lead the full-cycle recruitment process within a specific territory, focusing primarily on General Manager and Deputy General Manager roles, while also supporting diverse recruitment needs as they arise. This prominent and dynamic position requires close collaboration with the Operations team and People Business Partners to attract and hire exceptional talent aligned with our operational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operations and People Business Partners to identify hiring requirements, talent challenges, and local opportunities within the territory.
• Oversee job openings and candidate progression in the Applicant Tracking System to ensure accurate setup and active pipeline management.
• Evaluate applications based on behavioural and experiential criteria, employing a consistent, values-focused selection process.
• Actively source candidates using databases, networks, and direct outreach, prioritizing challenging or high-priority vacancies.
• Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, coordinating with candidates, operational teams, and Learning & Development to facilitate offers and onboarding.
• Maintain precise ATS and People System data, ensuring all hiring documentation is compliant and prepared for new hire integration.
• Partner with the wider recruitment team to enhance recruitment practices, share insights, and contribute to ongoing process improvements.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrated expertise in managing end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Experience recruiting within hospitality, retail, or similar high-volume, multi-site environments.
• In-depth knowledge of attraction, sourcing, and selection strategies, adaptable to varying roles and market conditions.
• Proficient stakeholder management with the ability to constructively influence and build trusted relationships with Operations and People Business Partners.
• Capable of assessing candidates comprehensively against behavioural and experience-based benchmarks to provide sound hiring decisions.
• Strong organizational capabilities with resilience to manage multiple priorities in a fast-changing environment.
• Commercially savvy with understanding of recruitment's impact on team performance, costs, and capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration across diverse functions.
• Outstanding communication skills to ensure a positive, smooth experience for candidates and stakeholders throughout the recruitment process.

About the Company

At PizzaExpress, we uphold our FOCUS values—Fun, One Team, Community, Unique & Authentic, and Simplicity—fostering an inclusive, enjoyable workplace that promotes teamwork and individuality. We are committed to serving our communities and maintaining authentic, straightforward experiences.

Additional Information

If you are selected for an interview and require reasonable accommodations, please inform us so we can provide the necessary support.