Head of Recruitment - Retail Sector

Location: London (On-site)

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum

Full-time | Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00

Must be - Fluent in Romanian and English - both written and verbal

Are you a proactive and experienced recruitment professional with a passion for sourcing top talent in the retail sector? We're looking for a dynamic Head of Recruitment to lead and develop our hiring efforts across a growing network of stores in the UK and Europe.

Role Overview

This is a pivotal role within the organisation, responsible for shaping and executing recruitment strategies that support business growth and expansion. Working closely with senior leadership and store teams, you'll ensure we attract, engage and hire high-performing sales professionals who reflect our brand's values and customer focus.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment Strategy & Planning

• Develop and lead a retail-focused recruitment strategy aligned with the company's goals
• Plan hiring in line with store expansion, seasonal peaks, and team structure

Talent Sourcing & Acquisition

• Source and attract sales professionals and customer-facing retail staff
• Deliver bilingual recruitment campaigns (English & Romanian)
• Use multiple sourcing methods including job boards, referrals, and digital platforms

Candidate Management

• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to onboarding
• Provide a high-quality candidate experience throughout the process

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Partner with store and HR managers to identify staffing needs
• Act as a strategic advisor to ensure hiring success across regions

Data & Reporting

• Monitor recruitment KPIs (e.g., time to hire, cost per hire, retention)
• Use data to improve processes and recruitment performance

What You'll Bring

Essential:

• Proven experience leading recruitment in retail or a fast-paced, customer-facing sector
• Strong record of building high-performing sales teams
• Fluent in Romanian and English - both written and verbal
• On-site availability in London (Monday to Friday)
• Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Desirable:

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to shape the recruitment function of a thriving retail business with an international reach. You'll play a critical role in growing dynamic teams that deliver outstanding service and support our continued success across markets.

How to Apply

If you're a recruitment leader with a passion for people and performance, and you meet the essential criteria, we'd love to hear from you.

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