<!-- Introduction --><div class="feature-text"><h2> Your new role</h2><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Fixed term 12 months&nbsp;</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Join our team as a Talent Advisor and play a key role in bringing exceptional people into the DFS Group. You’ll partner closely with our Talent Acquisition team to support every stage of the recruitment journey from spotting great candidates and conducting phone screens to coordinating offers, onboarding new hires, and keeping our talent pipeline thriving. If you’re passionate about people and love making an impact on how a business grows, this is the perfect opportunity to shine.</p></div><!-- Responsibilities --><div><h3>What you'll be doing</h3><h3 style="margin:10px 0px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-weight:bold;font-family:Arial;line-height:1.2;">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul style="margin:10px 0px 15px 20px;padding:0px 0px 0px 20px;"><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Source &amp; Screen: Shortlist applications, conduct telephone screens, and arrange interviews to ensure top candidates meet with our hiring managers.<br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Proactive Talent Pooling: Build and maintain talent pipelines through CV databases, LinkedIn, networking events, and our ATS, helping to reduce time-to-hire.<br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Interview Support: Co-interview with hiring managers, advise on effective interview techniques, take notes, and provide detailed feedback.<br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Candidate Care: Keep the ATS updated and communicate with all candidates within agreed time frames, providing constructive feedback to unsuccessful applicants.<br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Stakeholder Updates: Share recruitment progress and flag any potential challenges or barriers to Talent Acquisition Partners.<br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Inbox &amp; Admin Support: Manage recruitment inboxes, respond to queries, and assist Talent Partners with administrative tasks.<br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Data &amp; Reporting: Maintain accurate live dashboards, tracking active roles and progress.<br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Brand Advocacy: Represent the DFS employer brand across channels such as LinkedIn, Indeed, Workplace, and Total Jobs.<br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Candidate Engagement: Support Talent Partners with regular check-in calls to keep candidates informed and engaged</p></li></ul></div><!-- Ideal Candidate --><div><h3>The role is for you if...</h3><ul style="margin:10px 0px 15px 20px;padding:0px 0px 0px 20px;"><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Have exceptional communication and organisational skills</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Are skilled at multitasking and managing a variety of responsibilities at once</p></li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;"><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;display:unset;">Consistently deliver high-quality results efficiently, even under tight deadlines<br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p></li></ul><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;"><strong style="margin:0px;padding:0px;font-weight:700;">What Will Help You Thrive in This Role</strong></p><ul style="margin:10px 0px 15px 20px;padding:0px 0px 0px 20px;"><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Sharp attention to detail</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Genuine passion for personal growth and delivering an exceptional candidate experience</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Self-motivated and resourceful, with strong problem solving skills</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Curious and data-savvy, able to interpret and act on basic recruitment numbers</li></ul></div><!-- Package Description --><div><h3>About DFS</h3><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">We’re home to DFS, Sofology, and The Sofa Delivery Company - three distinctive brands with a shared mission to bring great design and comfort into every home, affordably, responsibly, and sustainably.</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">At DFS Group, everyone plays a part. Whether you’re supporting our brands or serving our customers, you’re helping shape the future of furniture retail. Each brand has its own identity and creative direction, but we’re united by a culture that puts people and purpose at the heart of everything we do.</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Everyone Welcome</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">Across our Group, we're committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from supporting Doncaster Pride and introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;">We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 20px;padding:0px;color:inherit;font-size:inherit;"><br style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"></p></div><!-- About the Company --><div><h3>DFS Benefits</h3><ul style="margin:10px 0px 15px 20px;padding:0px 0px 0px 20px;"><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Potential Annual Bonus Scheme: Contribute to our success and get rewarded for it</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Growth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Leave: Enjoy a great holiday allowance, with the option to buy 5 extra days. Take advantage of our enhanced leave for Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental, and Adoption, plus a paid volunteering day each year</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Discounts: Get 30% off DFS and Sofology products for yourself, plus discounts for friends and family - and savings at big brands like Sainsbury’s, ASOS, and IKEA</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Wellbeing Perks: Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Pension and Savings: Join our Group Pension and Sharesave schemes</li><li style="margin:0px 0px 5px;padding:0px;font-size:inherit;">Life Assurance &amp; Sick Pay: Peace of mind with Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay</li></ul></div><!-- Apply Button --><a href="https://apply.dfscareers.co.uk/members/?j=2852&amp;lang=en&amp;" class="btn btn-apply apply_bottom">Apply<i class="fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a>