We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our legal team. You will be responsible for drafting and negotiating contracts across the full spectrum of our recruitment business and its subsidiaries, providing expert commercial legal support.
What You'll Be Doing
Supporting all business units with a focus on commercial and contractual matters
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts and transactions, assisting with commercial negotiations
Providing legal support for business activities including tenders and service contracts with various clients
Offering advice and support on ad hoc legal queries specific to the recruitment sector
Keeping the legal department and business informed of relevant commercial legal developments and legislation
Building strong relationships with the business to understand their needs and proactively support them
Managing litigation matters, including handling basic county court claims
Outsourcing contract law negotiation experience including TUPE
Handling employment law issues as they arise
Advising on GDPR compliance and negotiating IT contracts
Supervising junior team members on an ad hoc basis when required
About You:
You have a minimum of 7 years' PQE, ideally gained in-house
You possess a sound understanding of contract and commercial law best practices
Experience and knowledge of outsourcing, recruitment sector law, contract law, data protection, marketing, and IT law
Proven litigation experience
Familiarity with the Conduct of Employment Businesses and Employment Agencies Regulations 2003
Strong drafting skills and the ability to provide clear, practical, solutions-based advice
Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Capable of prioritising workload and meeting tight deadlines
Confident working both independently and as part of a team
Excellent client care and interpersonal skills
Strong time management and IT skills
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to take a senior legal role within a forward-thinking recruitment business, where your expertise will directly influence business success. We offer a supportive, hybrid working environment and the chance to work alongside a collaborative team.
About us:
ManpowerGroup is where our collective strength lies. We support the business and our family of brands with a connected and collaborative network of support functions. Whether it's compliance, finance, HR, IT, legal, marketing or talent - we work together as one integrated team to identify and address the company's needs. We are proud to have been voted one of the world's most ethical companies for 16 years in a row. This reflects our commitment to integrity, transparency, and ethical business practices.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community-a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified or experienced people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or disability. ManpowerGroup is a Disability Confident Employer and we're happy to talk about flexible working.
We can only consider candidates who reside in the United Kingdom and hold full right to work.
About ManpowerGroup
About ManpowerGroup
As the world’s workforce expert, ManpowerGroup connects more than 600,000 jobseekers with meaningful work every day, and helps more than 400,000 clients address their critical talent needs each year.
Through our comprehensive family of brands – ManpowerGroup Solutions, Experis, Manpower, Right Management and Brook Street – we deliver innovative workforce solutions to resource, manage and develop talent. By combining global presence and local expertise, we influence how people and companies work now and how they will work in the future. It’s about creating progress, by knowing what’s happening now and what will happen next in the world of work – and sharing it to benefit all.
Senior PR & Communications Manager (FTC)Location: UK | Contract: Fixed TermAbout the RoleWe're looking for a Senior PR & Communications Manager to join ManpowerGroup UK and lead our external and internal communications strategy. This is a high-impact role where you'll shape our reputation, drive thought leadership and ensure consistent messaging across all channels.Reporting to the Head of Brand Strategy, Communications & Content, you'll work closely with senior leaders, marketing teams, operational directors, and external partners. Your mission? To grow and maintain ManpowerGroup UK's reputation with the press, stakeholders, clients, and internal teams.Key ResponsibilitiesPress Office LeadershipDeliver against UK KPIs, securing 120+ top-tier media coverage annually.Manage crisis communications and act as a key liaison for clients when needed.Drive press coverage for thought leadership initiatives.Consolidate research and insights for media use.Lead spokesperson training and create relevant market-driven content.Coordinate with Global Communications on key issues and campaigns.Brand & Campaign DevelopmentAlign messaging across brand and campaign teams.Provide strategic counsel to brand leaders and senior stakeholders.Promote thought leadership content across press, internal channels, and social media.Internal CommunicationsLead UK-wide internal communications, including SLT updates, town halls, and intranet content.Measure engagement and implement improvements.Support internal messaging for brand initiatives.Corporate Affairs & PartnershipsManage relationships with key industry bodies (CBI, REC, APSCo)Interpret policy and legislative changes, advising internal stakeholders.Support political engagement and messaging.General LeadershipDevelop and mentor the press officer.Manage budgets and oversee team performance.What We're Looking For6-8 years' experience in PR/Communications (agency or in-house)Proven expertise in press office management and crisis communicationsStrong writing, relationship-building, and project management skillsInternal communications experience and media training knowledge are a plus.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Preferred SkillsMedia training experienceStrong analytical and strategic thinkingAdaptability to emerging technologies, including AI in communications.Ability to inspire leadership and drive change.KPIs for SuccessIncreased brand awareness and positive media coverageEffective management of reputational riskStrong senior stakeholder relationshipsBalanced share of voice across spokespeopleWhy Join Us?ManpowerGroup is proud to be recognised as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for 16 consecutive years. We value integrity, transparency, and diversity, and we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed.We offer flexible working options and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or disability.Please note: Candidates must reside in the UK and have full right to work.Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us shape the future of work.
Careers in Business Support - ManpowerGroup's Talent Community
City of London
| Permanent
| Competitive Salary
Careers in Business Support - Join ManpowerGroup's Talent CommunityLocations: London | Uxbridge | UK-wide | RemoteTogether, we're redefining recruitment.At ManpowerGroup, we prepare people and organisations for the future of work - because we believe meaningful and sustainable employment has the power to change the world.Our Business Support function is the engine behind that mission.Why Join?Be the first to hear about new business support roles near youGet insights into life at ManpowerGroup, our collaborative culture, and career pathwaysReceive relevant updates - no spam, just helpful info from our internal expertsHow We WorkAt ManpowerGroup, our strength lies in our connected and collaborative support network. Whether it's compliance, finance, HR, IT, legal, marketing, or talent - we work together as one integrated team to identify and address business needs across our family of brands.You won't just support the business - you'll empower it.Who We're Looking ForExperienced professionals in support functions or those with transferable skillsStrong problem-solving and communication abilitiesA collaborative mindset and commitment to excellenceAdaptability in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environmentWhat We Offer (When the Time Is Right)Competitive salary and benefitsClear career progression and development pathwaysOngoing training, coaching, and supportA diverse, inclusive culture where everyone belongsFlexible working options and wellbeing supportAbout ManpowerGroupWe're a global leader in workforce solutions, empowering people every day to discover their personal best. Our Business Support teams are the backbone of our success-driving innovation, efficiency, and impact across our brands.We are proud to have been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 16th time, reflecting our commitment to integrity, transparency, and ethical business practices.We welcome interest from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.Discover your personal best at ManpowerGroup.Join our Business Support Talent Community today and let opportunities come to you. Whether you're exploring options or planning your next step, we'll reach out when the perfect role arises near you.
Recruitment Consultant
Acton
| Permanent
| Negotiable
Manpower is pleased to be recruiting for a Recruitment Consultant to join our team in Acton.In this role, you will specialise in either permanent or temporary staffing solutions. Your primary responsibility will be to proactively identify and build relationships with businesses seeking growth and help them secure top talent. You will also develop strong connections with current and future candidates to ensure successful placements. About ManpowerManpower is a global leader in workforce solutions, connecting talent to meaningful work for over 70 years. We partner with organisations of all sizes to provide recruitment expertise and innovative staffing solutions. Our mission is to help businesses thrive by finding the right people and to help individuals achieve their career ambitions. At Manpower, we value diversity, inclusion, and continuous development, creating an environment where everyone can succeed. Key ResponsibilitiesBecome a Subject Matter Expert in your chosen market vertical by researching and understanding client industries, strategies, work culture, and recruitment practices.Use sales, business development, marketing, and networking techniques to position Manpower as a supplier of choice, winning new business and building a strong client portfolio.Develop multiple relationships within existing clients to grow opportunities and maintain long-term partnerships.Leverage social media for market research, client engagement, job advertising, candidate attraction, and relationship building.Headhunt passive talent and approach suitable candidates who are currently employed.Utilise candidate databases to match candidates to client vacancies.Manage the end-to-end recruitment process: reviewing applications, shortlisting, qualifying candidates, and preparing CVs for submission.Brief candidates on job responsibilities, salary, and benefits, and organise interviews while providing timely feedback.Negotiate salaries and rates with clients and candidates.Provide market insights on salaries, pay rates, training, and career progression.Work towards and exceed individual and team targets.Ensure compliance with recruitment policies and legal guidelines.Continuously review recruitment strategies to improve effectiveness. Experience & Skills RequiredStrong drive, determination, and resilience.High levels of motivation and passion for recruitment.Ability to maintain focus and demonstrate a growth mindset.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Our StandardsClarity: Takes time to understand and share our organisation's vision and strategy with others, holds themself and others accountable to deliver on our common goals, mindfully gives honest and regular feedback and openly receives it so we can all learn and deliver our best.Care: Leads themself and others with care, respecting people as people first and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in their environment so people feel heard and valued, listens to understand and then communicates purposefully and consistently, intentionally develops themself and inspires, coaches and empowers the development of others.Grow: Openly contributes thoughts, asks questions and challenges appropriately so that we make better, courageous and timely decisions, collaborates with others to identify current ideas, trends and perspectives (internally and externally) to continuously improve and transform what we do, builds on our successes and actively learns from mistakes and missed opportunities to progress toward our ambition. How to ApplyIf you're ready to take the next step in your recruitment career, apply now by clicking the link below.
