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 organizations. 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.

"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