Talent Acquisition CoE Lead

Purpose:The Group Talent Acquisition CoE Lead is accountable for designing, governing, and elevating Uniphar's enterprise-wide Talent Acquisition (TA) operating model. The role builds scalable strategy, world class processes, data led capabilities, and a unified TA ecosystem that enhances hiring effectiveness across global regions and divisions. It aligns TA with enterprise workforce planning, external market dynamics, and employer brand priorities. Ultimately, the COE Lead turns TA into a competitive advantage that accelerates productivity, improves quality of hire, reduces cost and risk, and strengthens organisational agility.ResponsibilitiesA. Talent Acquisition Strategy & GovernanceOwn enterprise TA strategy, operating model, policies, and standardsRun governance forums (scorecards, risks, priorities)Translate business needs into capability roadmapsDefine global role segmentation and sourcing tiersB. Global Process Excellence & StandardisationDesign and improve end to end TA workflows (REQonboarding)Lead assessment framework designImplement global process blueprint with local market flexibilityCreate playbooks and embed time to shortlist and conversion checkpointsC. Employer Branding & Talent MarketingDevelop an Employer Valur Proposition (EVP) content strategy across channelsPartner with Comms/Marketing on campaigns and always on sourcingGovern brand and inclusive language standards in job advertsD. Talent Intelligence, Market Insights & Workforce AnalyticsBuild talent intelligence capability (market maps, salary insights)Deliver TA analytics dashboards and funnel diagnosticsIntegrate workforce planning with external supply signalsE. Technology & Automation (ATS, CRM, AI)Own TA tech stack strategy (ATS, CRM, AI, assessments, automation)Drive self service and automation to improve speed and experienceEnsure compliance, security, integration with HRISMaximise adoption and training across the organisationF. Vendor Management & PartnershipsManage global partner ecosystem (RPO, MSP, agencies, vendors)Run RFPs, negotiate commercials, rationalise vendor footprintCultivate partnerships with universities and industry bodiesG. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Talent StrategyEmbed DEI in sourcing, assessments, training, and hiring governanceEnsure accessible and inclusive candidate experiencesH. Capability BuildingBuild a TA Academy to upskill recruiters and hiring managersEstablish TA communities of practiceI. Executive Stakeholder ManagementServe as advisor to senior leaders on talent markets and workforce strategyDeliver quarterly business reviews with scorecards and insightsNavigate change across global senior stakeholdersLocationThe role is based in our Global Headquarters in City West, Dublin, Ireland. As our team is globally dispersed, there will be flexibility required to interact with colleagues around the world in their time zones (i.e. it's not a '9 to 5' type of job). In return, you will be joining an environment that understands how intertwined work and life have become - and both the benefits and challenges that it brings - and therefore offers a flexible, progressive way of supporting it through our Hybrid Working philosophy.CompetenciesTechnicalEnterprise TA strategy & operating model designProcess engineering and continuous improvementTalent intelligence & analytics - funnel diagnostics, market mappingEmployer branding & digital marketing EVP, content, SEOTA technology leadership ATS, CRM, assessments, automation, AI copilots; systems integrationWorkforce planning partnership supply/demand modelling, location strategyVendor governance RFPs, SLAsGlobal compliance & risk - data privacy, fair hiring, audit readinessLeadershipHumility - Recognises personal limitations, seeks input from others, shares credit, and remains open to learning and feedback.Integrity & Trustworthiness - Acts consistently with values and commitments; keeps promises, behaves ethically, and earns the confidence of others.Strategic thinking - Looks ahead, anticipates future trends, and makes decisions aligned with long term goals and organisational direction.Accountability & Ownership - Takes responsibility for decisions, results, and mistakes; follows through reliably and holds others to clear standards.Talent Spotting & Development - Identifies potential in others, provides coaching and opportunities for growth, and takes an active role in building future capability.Experience10-15+ years in TA, with 5+ years leading a TA COE or TA Ops in a global enterprise environmentProven record designing and governing global TA processes and assessment frameworksExperience implementing or optimising enterprise ATS/CRM systems (e.g., Workday)Demonstrated data led decision making influencing workforce plansTrack record building playbooks, frameworks, academies, and operating modelsStrong vendor management and RPO oversight experiencePrior leadership in global/matrix environments.DeliverablesProductivity & GrowthStreamlined requisition to offer workflowsFaster hiring cyclesHigher quality shortlists to ramp teams soonerQuality of HireEvidence based assessment frameworksConsistent, robust selection standardsImproved fit, performance, and retentionCompetitivenessMarket insights and DEI focused strategiesStrong employer brand to compete in scarce talent marketsCost & RiskOptimised TA technology and vendor governanceStandardised, compliant processes that strengthen trustEducation / CertificationsBachelor's degree required; master's preferred (HR, Business, Analytics)Beneficial certifications: Lean/Six Sigma, People Analytics, Employer Branding, Project/Change Management (e.g., PMP), DEI, CIPDUniphar BackgroundUniphar is a rapidly expanding global healthcare services organisation with 3,500+ employees across Ireland, UK, Netherlands, Nordics, and the USA. The company supports pharma and MedTech clients through outsourced and specialist services, enabled by digital technology and expert teams. Culture is rooted in ethics, innovation, collaboration, problem solving, and a strong commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion as the company scales internationally.