This book will help entry-level HR professionals who want to deepen their understanding of talent acquisition and play a pivotal role in supporting effective talent strategies within their organisations.
By combining theoretical frameworks with actionable insights, practical exercises, and real-world case studies, the book provides a robust foundation for driving recruitment excellence as a key enabler of business success.
The HR Skills Guide series of books:
Discover the key HR functions, elevate your knowledge and prepare yourself for the people profession with the HR Skills Guide series. Written by experts for new and aspiring HR professionals, this collection of accessible guides are packed with practical, reliable advice on key topics such as talent acquisition, employee relations, people analytics and EDI to give you the essential skills needed to kickstart your career in HR.
By:
Rebecca Lee
Imprint: Kogan Page Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9781398624368
ISBN 10: 1398624365
Series: HR Skills Guide
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 03 September 2025
Audience:
College/higher education
,
Professional and scholarly
,
Primary
,
Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified
Chapter - 01: Introduction to Talent Acquisition; Chapter - 02: Foundations of Talent Acquisition; Chapter - 03: Planning, Attracting, and Engaging Talent; Chapter - 04: Sourcing and Assessing Talent; Chapter - 05: Onboarding and Developing Talent; Chapter - 06: Data, metrics, and Reporting; Chapter - 07: Enhancing Candidate Experience; Chapter - 08: Enhancing Hiring Manager Experience; Chapter - 09: Conclusion;
Rebecca Lee is a visionary leader in global early careers and talent acquisition, recognized for her groundbreaking work in advancing STEM recruitment, promoting social mobility, driving diversity and spearheading digital innovation. Named ono of the Top 5 Most Innovative Women in Recruitment, she has successfully led transformative talent initiatives for renowned global brands such as Synopsys, EY and Transport for London. She is based in London, UK.
Reviews for Talent Acquisition and Attraction Explained
""An inspiring and practical guide on how to establish yourself as a talent value leader. This book emphasizes the importance of engaging in courageous conversations - upwards, diagonally and downwards, using data and insights."" * Alexa Bailey, global executive talent leader * ""Employer branding is a critical building block in talent acquisition. It directly impacts how potential candidates perceive a company."" * Matthew Jeffrey, former Global Director of Talent Acquisition and Attraction, EY, Bayer and SAP * ""Rebecca Lee shares her expertise with early-career HR and talent acquisition professionals, helping to shape the next generation of this brilliant profession."" * Mark Lenox, Founder, IHR *