About HIVED
At HIVED, we’re steamrolling forward as one of Europe’s fastest growing startups, and our momentum shows no signs of slowing.
Based in London, we are a climate and logistics start-up building the first sustainable parcel delivery network at scale, powered by a 100% electric fleet. In an ever-growing industry where unreliable service has long been the norm, HIVED has been built from the ground-up to meet the demands of modern consumers and disrupt parcel delivery.
A tech company at heart, our talent and technology is laser-focused on delivering the best possible delivery experience for end-customers and meeting the needs of our retail partners. From our drivers to our data engineers, we are constantly working to improve this customer experience that makes us deliver better.
Already trusted by leading international brands such as Zara, Uniqlo, ASOS, Nespresso, and more, we are solidifying our position as the leaders in Europe to tackle this growing market.
Our tight-knit team is made up of ex-Revolut, Bain, HelloFresh, ASOS, Apple and Google employees, and we are backed by some of Europe’s leading investors and VCs in climate-tech, logistics and mobility including Planet A Ventures, Maersk Growth, Pale Blue Dot VC, Eka Ventures and the British government. We’re passionate about driving innovation and redefining the future of delivery.
Role Overview
As Talent Manager, you will lead the full recruitment lifecycle for HQ, tech, and commercial roles with a strong focus on scaling our tech and data teams ensuring we attract and retain top talent while enhancing our employer brand. You will own pre-boarding and onboarding processes and work closely with the People team.
Responsibilities
1. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Strategy
* Own end-to-end recruitment for non-ops teams (HQ, tech, commercial, etc.), ensuring hiring needs align with business growth and workforce planning
* Execute and optimise hiring processes to ensure efficiency and a high quality-of-hire metric
* Build strong relationships with hiring managers, coaching them on best practices for hiring, structured interviewing, and selection
* Partner with hiring managers to create clear role profiles and interview frameworks that ensure an excellent candidate experience
* Leverage data-driven hiring strategies, ensuring key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-hire, offer acceptance rates, and quality-of-hire) are met and continuously improved
2. Employer Branding & Talent Attraction
* Develop and execute employer branding strategies to position HIVED as a top employer in the logistics and sustainability space
* Partner with Marketing and other teams to create compelling content for careers pages, job descriptions, LinkedIn campaigns, and social media
* Build relationships with universities, industry groups, and professional communities to expand our talent pipeline
* Ensure our hiring practices align with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals, proactively sourcing diverse talent
3. Onboarding & Pre-Boarding
* Own the pre-boarding and onboarding experience for all non-ops hires, ensuring a seamless transition from offer acceptance to full integration into the company
* Develop structured onboarding programs that enhance new hire satisfaction, retention, and productivity within their first 90 days
* Collaborate with IT, People Ops, and hiring managers to ensure new hires receive proper equipment, system access, and onboarding materials
* Conduct regular check-ins with new hires and hiring managers, addressing early-stage challenges proactively
4. Talent Development & Internal Mobility
* Partner with the People team on internal mobility programs, identifying opportunities for employees to grow within the company
* Support the design and execution of upskilling and training initiatives for HQ, tech, and commercial teams
* Work with managers and employees to identify career development opportunities and succession planning needs
* Track and analyze data on internal promotions, retention rates, and employee engagement to inform talent development strategies
5. HR Systems & Process Improvement
* Maintain and optimize Teamtailor (ATS), ensuring data accuracy and process efficiency
* Monitor hiring data and generate reports on key hiring and retention trends to inform decision-making
* Continuously refine recruitment and onboarding processes based on feedback, market trends, and company growth needs
Requirements
* 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition and employer branding in a high-growth startup/scale-up environment
* Proven track record of scaling teams and improving hiring processes in a fast-paced environment
* Strong experience hiring for tech and data roles, with an understanding of the talent market, sourcing strategies, and technical assessments
* Strong understanding of structured interviewing, competency-based hiring, and talent attraction strategies
* Experience working with ATS platforms (Teamtailor preferred) and using data to drive hiring decisions
* Passion for employer branding and the ability to tell a compelling story about why HIVED is a great place to work
* Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to influence hiring managers and leadership
* Strong project management skills with the ability to drive multiple hiring processes at once
* Knowledge of DEI hiring best practices and commitment to fostering an inclusive recruitment approach
How we reward our team
* Dynamic working environment with a diverse and driven team
* Huge opportunity for learning in a high growth environment, with progression opportunities based on success in the role
* 25 days of holiday allowance plus public holidays
* Wellbeing initiatives, including 3 wellbeing days in addition to holiday allowance
* Subsidised Private Medical Insurance including dental and vision
* Weekly team lunch and regular company socials
* MacBook Air or Windows Laptop (depending on your preference)
* Hybrid working set-up with in-person time expected at both our Shoreditch office and North Woolwich based depot
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption policy
* Cycle to work scheme
* Dog friendly office
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