Talent Acquisition Specialist

Brave Bison•London, CA

About The Position

A world where complexity is the only constant demands a new breed of company. Brave Bison is a different beast: a media, marketing and technology company purpose built for the digital era. Our universe is made up of award-winning business arms Brave Bison, Engage, SocialChain and MTM. And we’re underpinned by leading marketing training practice, MiniMBA, as well as our very own social-first media network who deliver monthly views in the billions for some of the biggest channels in sport and entertainment across YouTube, Snap, Meta and TikTok. We’re a global collective who live and breathe digital, working with some of the boldest brands in the world to capitalise on the complexity that defines the modern marketing landscape. Our mission New platforms, new behaviours, new audiences, new trends, new technologies, new regulations—our clients’ worlds get more complex daily. Their agency partnerships shouldn’t. It’s our job to cut through the chaos, make the complex simple and navigate a clear path to growth for them. That’s why we make it our mission to capitalise on complexity for our clients—across consultancy, capability and execution—by crafting dynamic digital solutions that outpace tomorrow’s challenges. Our values We’re a proudly diverse business comprised of deep specialists across media, marketing, training and technology. Although our skills, backgrounds and beliefs may differ, we are united by four core shared values: Bold Curiosity. We run at change and challenge convention because we love to push the boundaries of what the world thinks is possible. We champion discovery, go deep into our clients’ worlds and are always hungry to learn more about them, our specialisms and each other. Connected Clarity. We are focused in our collaboration — joining the right dots between our clients, our partners and our herd of experts to deliver agile solutions at speed and scale. We set a shared ambition from the outset, are transparent at every stage and always strive to make the complex simple. Positive Encouragement. We want to make working with us the best part of someone’s day. We lift one other up, find the fun in the day to day and are committed to ensuring everyone belongs. Constant Impact. We believe in outcomes over outputs. We’re goal orientated, results driven and data-led. We show up with passion every day. And we’re always honing our craft. Your role We are seeking a proactive and strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team and lead recruitment across a wide range of Media, Marketing and Technology roles. This role will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from hiring manager briefing through to offer while developing talent pipelines, supporting freelance resourcing, and enhancing our employer brand. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, with the ability to prioritise effectively across multiple projects and deadlines. They will be a natural relationship-builder who brings a collaborative, team-first mindset to every interaction. Curious and proactive, they are always looking for new and better ways to identify, engage, and nurture talent. Above all, they are passionate about delivering a seamless, positive, and inclusive recruitment experience for every candidate and stakeholder. You will partner closely with department leads across the business to attract high-quality talent who thrive in a fast-paced digital environment.

Requirements

5 years of in-house recruitment experience, ideally in a fast-paced digital agency environment.
Hands-on experience with LinkedIn Recruiter and outbound sourcing/inbound pipeline development.
Experience partnering with resourcing or project management teams on freelance/contract needs.
Strong sourcing capabilities with a track record of filling niche or technical roles.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
Ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with ATS systems and data-driven recruitment.

Responsibilities

Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for roles across multiple business units.
Build job descriptions, sourcing strategies, and interview processes aligned to each department’s needs.
Screen, shortlist, and interview candidates, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience.
Proactively source talent using platforms such as LinkedIn and referrals.
Build and maintain warm pipelines for high-demand roles including:
Creative & Production: Video Editors, Motion Designers, Producers
Social & Marketing: Social Media Managers, Content Strategists, Influencer Marketing Specialists
Performance Marketing: Paid Media Analysts, Performance Marketing Managers (Social, Search, Display)
Data & Tech: Analysts (Media/Consumer Insights), Developers, UX/UI Designers, Digital Engineers
Advise hiring managers on market insights, salary benchmarks, and recruitment best practice.
Run effective briefing sessions to deeply understand role requirements and team dynamics.
Understand short-term capacity needs
Coordinate and fulfil freelance and contract staffing requests
Ensure freelancers are onboarded efficiently and compliantly
Communicate progress, challenges, and solutions throughout each search.
Manage Bamboo ATS workflows, reporting, and candidate compliance.
Produce quarterly recruitment reports, including:
Hiring volume, time-to-hire, and pipeline health
Source effectiveness and cost-per-hire
Diversity pipeline insights
Identified gaps, risks, and recommendations for each division
Present findings to senior leadership using data to influence workforce planning and recruitment strategy.
Continuously improve recruitment processes, interviewing practices, and assessment frameworks.

Benefits

Dynamic working:To keep that work-life harmony in check, we're flexible on where and when you work
Private medical insurance:To keep you fighting fit and give you and your family peace of mind.
Income protection:We know it feels good to be covered, just in case.
Calm Subscription:Now more than ever, it’s important to mind your mind!
25 days annual leave:This increases to 27 days after three years with us, and then increases every subsequent year up to a max. of 30 days
Christmas closure:No need to save holiday days for the Christmas closure period. It's on us!
Birthdays off:One extra day to celebrate your big day
Summer hours:Between June and Aug we finish at 15.00 every Friday.
Online coaching and mental health support:Unlimited via OpenUp
Remote Working:Work abroad for up to one month a year.
Performance & Salary: Reviewed twice a year for everyone.