Recruitment Consultant

RPO Principal Recruiter

RPO Principal Recruiter Location: Bristol, Edinburgh or Altrincham - Hybrid (2 days in our high-spec office) Competitive Salary, UNcapped Commission About the Role:Talent Solutions are seeking a Principal Recruiter to join our RPO Centre of Recruitment Excellence. You will play a pivotal role in delivering top talent to the Defence, Engineering and IT sector. As a Principal Recruiter, you'll work closely with hiring managers and stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure a seamless recruitment process. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for driving results, we want to hear from you. What Will You Be Doing?Develop and Implement Innovative Recruitment Strategies:Utilise data analytics and industry insights to identify emerging recruitment trends and opportunities.Implement creative sourcing techniques such as social media recruitment, networking events, and referral programmes to attract passive candidates.Continuously evaluate and optimise recruitment strategies based on performance metrics and stakeholder feedback.Proactively Build and Maintain Talent Pools and Communities:Identify key talent segments within the industry and create targeted talent pools based on specific skill sets, experience levels, and career aspirations.Engage with potential candidates through networking events, online forums, and industry associations to foster long-term relationships.Maintain regular communication with talent pools to share job opportunities, industry insights, and career development resources.Act as a Strategic Business Partner to Hiring Managers:Build strong relationships with hiring managers to gain a deep understanding of their business objectives, team dynamics, and talent needs.Serve as a subject matter expert on recruitment best practice, market trends, and competitive intelligence.Offer insights and recommendations to optimise recruitment outcomes and support business success.Maintain Regular Communication with Clients:Establish clear communication channels to provide regular updates on recruitment activity, candidate pipelines, and sourcing strategies.Hold regular check-in meetings with clients to review progress, address challenges, and align recruitment priorities.Collaborate with clients to gather feedback on recruitment processes, candidate experience, and market conditions to drive continuous improvement.Your Focus as a Principal Recruiter:Targeting niche skill sets: Leverage your expertise to identify and engage candidates with rare and in-demand skills.Deliver higher productivity: 7 hires per month consistently, meeting or exceeding performance targets with uncapped commission.Client partnership: Work closely and transparently with your Client Business Partner to ensure mutual understanding and alignment.Mentor junior recruiters: Support the growth and development of less experienced colleagues.Review recruitment metrics: Analyse KPIs such as CV submissions, interviews, and LinkedIn response rates to guide improvements.Root cause analysis: Understand key factors influencing recruitment outcomes, including sourcing channels, interviews, and offer acceptance rates.Experience Required:Minimum of 4 years agency, RPO or inhouse end to end recruitment experienceProven capability sourcing niche skills across Engineering, IT, Finance or Corporate functions.In-depth understanding of the Defence, Engineering and IT sectors, and the associated compliance challenges.Demonstrated success sourcing and engaging highly specialised, low-volume talent pools.Proficiency with recruitment tools and platforms, including ATS systems.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong candidate and client relationships.Ability to translate Workforce Intelligence data into strategic insights and recommendations.What You'll Receive:Competitive Pay: Base salary plus incentives, including commission, bonuses, and merit increases.Holidays: 24 days' annual leave (rising to 27 with service), your birthday off, and the option to buy five additional days.Pension: Competitive scheme with increasing contributions based on service length.Health & Wellbeing: Flexible benefits including private medical, dental, gym memberships, and health screenings.Family-Friendly Benefits: Generous policies including an employee assistance programme.Additional Perks: Early finish Fridays, discounted share purchase plans, volunteering days, and discounts through Tastecard and ManpowerGroup Rewards.About Us:We are global leaders in workforce solutions and strategies. Our clients operate in a constantly evolving landscape-and at Talent Solutions, we help them meet every challenge through tailored workforce strategies. From RPO and MSP solutions to world-class talent management-we understand people. And together, we'll shape the future.Proudly recognised as one of the world's most ethical companies for 16 consecutive years, our values centre on integrity, transparency, and inclusion. We embrace diversity and promote a workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. ManpowerGroup is a Disability Confident Employer, and we're happy to talk about flexible working.We get people. And together, we'll shape our future. Apply now.Please note: We are only able to consider candidates currently residing in the UK.

Account Coordinator - Recruitment

Account Coordinator - RecruitmentBase salary of £25k+ quarterly bonusAltrincham - Hybrid Working As an Account Coordinator, you will use your previous recruitment experience to help support the delivery of workforce solutions to our clients. You will be accountable for managing your own workload and completing tasks set for you and you will be working closely with your peers and managers as well as interacting with clients, customers and internal stakeholders. In this role, you'll work closely with MSP clients, contingent workers, and key stakeholders such as hiring managers, procurement teams, and HR. You should have some experience in recruitment, HR, or workforce administration-ideally within an MSP or contingent workforce environment-and a good understanding of how recruitment and contingent labour operates. Experience using Vendor Management Systems (VMS) will be particularly valuable, and if you're familiar with terms like PAYE worker, Umbrella, IR35, Purchase Order numbers, and VMS platforms, you'll have a strong head start.Day to day, you'll act as a main point of contact for clients and contingent workers, managing recruitment and assignment processes through VMS platforms and ensuring everything runs smoothly and compliantly. You'll support hiring managers with requisition creation, approvals, and onboarding, while working closely with procurement and HR teams to keep processes consistent and efficient. You'll also maintain accurate records, track key metrics, produce reports when needed, and provide high-quality administrative support across the full recruitment lifecycle.Key responsibilitiesWorking across a portfolio of Manpower Engineering clients. Collecting accurate data from UK and EMEA teamsUsing vendor management systems to update or create staffing documentationOffer support for all queries and ensure that they are acknowledged, investigated and a resolution is foundAct as escalation point for queriesResponsible for changes to process guidesResponsible for pay & bill escalations and PO guidancePrepare and edit correspondence, reports and other documentsPerform data entry and maintain databasesAnswer and direct phone calls and respond to emailsProvide administrative support to the Recruitment delivery teams and managersAny other ad hoc tasks that are requiredSuccess MeasuresAdministrative tasks to be completed accurately and in a timely mannerAll client SLAs metManpowerGroup's Standards adhered to at all timesInbox/telephone queries responded to efficiently and professionally Career Level IdentifiersAccountability - Accountable for quality and timely delivery of own work activities to agreed timescales and quality.Interaction - Interacts with a range of individuals both within and outside immediate team to convey a variety of information in a professional manner.Impact - Supports the achievement of team goals through personal effort in own work area, adjusting in accordance with progress.Problem Solving - Resolves varied issues using previous experience and analysis/investigation to determine solution, collaborating with others as required.Knowledge and Application - Applies knowledge of standard recruitment processes and practices and has ability to support process improvement.Experience, Behaviours and competenciesPrevious experience in administration within a customer focused environmentGood communicator with excellent telephone manner and the ability to deal with internal/external stakeholdersThe ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively and efficiently, having strong attention to detailDisplays behaviours in accordance with ManpowerGroup's Standards

Account Coordinator - Recruitment

Account CoordinatorBase salary of £25k+ quarterly bonusBristol - Hybrid Working As an Account Coordinator, you will use your previous recruitment experience to help support the delivery of workforce solutions to our clients. You will be accountable for managing your own workload and completing tasks set for you and you will be working closely with your peers and managers as well as interacting with clients, customers and internal stakeholders. In this role, you'll work closely with MSP clients, contingent workers, and key stakeholders such as hiring managers, procurement teams, and HR. You should have some experience in recruitment, HR, or workforce administration-ideally within an MSP or contingent workforce environment-and a good understanding of how recruitment and contingent labour operates. Experience using Vendor Management Systems (VMS) will be particularly valuable, and if you're familiar with terms like PAYE worker, Umbrella, IR35, Purchase Order numbers, and VMS platforms, you'll have a strong head start.Day to day, you'll act as a main point of contact for clients and contingent workers, managing recruitment and assignment processes through VMS platforms and ensuring everything runs smoothly and compliantly. You'll support hiring managers with requisition creation, approvals, and onboarding, while working closely with procurement and HR teams to keep processes consistent and efficient. You'll also maintain accurate records, track key metrics, produce reports when needed, and provide high-quality administrative support across the full recruitment lifecycle.Key responsibilitiesWorking across a portfolio of Manpower Engineering clients. Collecting accurate data from UK and EMEA teamsUsing vendor management systems to update or create staffing documentationOffer support for all queries and ensure that they are acknowledged, investigated and a resolution is foundAct as escalation point for queriesResponsible for changes to process guidesResponsible for pay & bill escalations and PO guidancePrepare and edit correspondence, reports and other documentsPerform data entry and maintain databasesAnswer and direct phone calls and respond to emailsProvide administrative support to the Recruitment delivery teams and managersAny other ad hoc tasks that are requiredSuccess MeasuresAdministrative tasks to be completed accurately and in a timely mannerAll client SLAs metManpowerGroup's Standards adhered to at all timesInbox/telephone queries responded to efficiently and professionally Career Level IdentifiersAccountability - Accountable for quality and timely delivery of own work activities to agreed timescales and quality.Interaction - Interacts with a range of individuals both within and outside immediate team to convey a variety of information in a professional manner.Impact - Supports the achievement of team goals through personal effort in own work area, adjusting in accordance with progress.Problem Solving - Resolves varied issues using previous experience and analysis/investigation to determine solution, collaborating with others as required.Knowledge and Application - Applies knowledge of standard recruitment processes and practices and has ability to support process improvement.Experience, Behaviours and competenciesPrevious experience in administration within a customer focused environmentGood communicator with excellent telephone manner and the ability to deal with internal/external stakeholdersThe ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively and efficiently, having strong attention to detailDisplays behaviours in accordance with ManpowerGroup's Standards

Recruitment Co-ordinator - 12 Month FTC

Recruitment Co-ordinator - 12 Month FTC Location: Southampton - Hybrid (Primarily remote, with monthly office visits and occasional travel for meetings)Make an Impact with Talent SolutionsAre you an organised, detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful contribution in a dynamic, people-focused environment? Join Talent Solutions, a global leader in workforce strategies, as our new Co-ordinator. In this vital role, you'll support our Recruitment Business Partners and help deliver a smooth, efficient hiring experience for candidates and clients alike.What You'll Be Doing:Responding to queries from Hiring Managers, Suppliers, and Workers within 24 hoursProviding first-line support and ensuring timely resolution of queriesManaging multiple inboxes and escalating unresolved issues to the appropriate helpdeskHandling report scheduling and day-to-day reporting requestsSupporting enhancements to our recruitment tool, including integrations and configurationMaintaining accurate data entry and supporting ad hoc tasks as neededVMS Recruitment Tool Admin Tasks:Setting up new users and providing guidanceOffering support to Fieldglass users and escalating issues when necessaryAssisting with weekly payroll uploads and timesheet adjustmentsUploading bonuses and managing system changes (e.g. SAP transitions, pension updates, rate changes)What We're Looking For:Experience in a customer-focused environmentExcellent communication skills and confidence in dealing with stakeholdersStrong attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced settingOrganised, proactive, and adaptable with a positive, can-do attitudeSolid IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel) and ability to multitask under pressureAnalytical mindset with problem-solving skills and a drive for continuous improvementComfortable with data management and reportingWillingness to learn and grow, particularly in VMS applicationsAbility to document requirements clearly and support project deliveryWhy Talent Solutions?We are global leaders in workforce solutions and strategies. Our clients operate in a constantly evolving landscape and at Talent Solutions, we help them meet every challenge through tailored workforce strategies. From RPO and MSP solutions to world-class talent management, we understand people. And together, we'll shape the future.Proudly recognised as one of the world's most ethical companies for 16 consecutive years, our values centre on integrity, transparency, and inclusion. We embrace diversity and promote a workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. ManpowerGroup is a Disability Confident Employer, and we're happy to talk about flexible working.Please note: We are only able to consider candidates currently residing in the UK.

RPO Recruitment Careers at Talent Solutions - Talent Community

RPO Recruitment Careers at Talent Solutions - Join Our Talent CommunityAre you a recruiter with 1-5 years of agency experience in engineering, technology, or corporate functions?Ready to move into an RPO delivery-focused role with world-class clients and a people-first culture? We'd love to hear from you.At Talent Solutions, we're more than a workplace, we're a community of growth. We offer flexibility, career development, and the chance to thrive with global brands. Whether you're based in Bristol, Altrincham, or elsewhere in the UK, we want to connect with you. Why Join Our Talent Community?· Be the first to hear about new RPO recruitment opportunities· Get insights into life at Talent Solutions, our career pathways, and team culture· Receive relevant updates-no spam, just helpful info from our experts What We're Looking For· Experience recruiting in agency settings, ideally for engineering, tech, or corporate roles· Strong relationship-building and client management skills· A results-driven mindset and passion for success· Adaptability in a fast-paced, people-first environment· A collaborative spirit and excellent communication What You Can Look Forward To (When the Time Is Right)· Work with exclusive, world-class clients· Competitive salary and uncapped commission· Clear career progression and development pathways· Ongoing training, coaching, and support· A diverse, inclusive culture where everyone belongs· Flexible benefits and wellbeing support About Talent SolutionsWe're a global leader in workforce solutions, delivering over 250 RPO programmes annually. From attraction to onboarding, our scalable, flexible solutions help clients meet their most complex workforce challenges.Working at Talent Solutions means joining a team that values innovation, inclusion, and impact. We partner with some of the biggest household names to deliver recruitment excellence.We welcome interest from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.We get people. And together, we'll shape our future.Join our Talent Community today-whether you're in Bristol, Altrincham, or anywhere across the UK.

RPO Talent Acquisition Partner

RPO Talent Acquisition PartnerLondon - Hybrid Competitive Salary & Market-Leading Bonus SchemeAbout the role:Talent Solutions is looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner to join our RPO Centre of Recruitment Excellence. We're seeking a dynamic professional passionate about helping clients tackle their toughest hiring challenges. In this role, you'll leverage data and market intelligence to drive strategic recruitment initiatives, deliver exceptional results, and exceed client expectations. If you thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and want to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.What Will You Be Doing?Driving Recruitment Strategies:You will support recruitment strategies that are aligned with business objectives and will be responsible for ensuring that all requirements are managed against set process steps, milestones and budgetary guidelines whilst ensuring customer satisfaction through meeting set KPIs and SLAs.Conduct market research and utilise data analytics to inform innovative recruitment strategies, in combination with your expertise in the Insurance industry.Collaborate with marketing to create targeted campaigns and implement creative sourcing techniques.Continuously evaluate and optimise strategies based on performance metrics and stakeholder feedback.Identifying top talent:Targeting niche skill sets: Utilise your expertise to identify and engage candidates possessing rare and in-demand skills, expanding the talent pool beyond conventional methods.Demonstrate a high level of productivity by consistently meeting or exceeding targets.Build Talent Pools:Identify key talent segments and engage potential candidates through networking events and online forums.Implement talent relationship management systems for personalised engagement and proactive succession planning.Strategic Partnership with Hiring Managers:Develop relationships with hiring managers, HR and other key stakeholders providing strategic guidance and recruitment plans aligned with organisational goals.Provide guidance to the HM on the recruitment process, different routes to market and sourcing options.Communication with Internal / External Stakeholders:Establish clear communication channels with clients to provide regular updates on recruitment activities, candidate pipelines, and sourcing strategies.Schedule regular check-in meetings with clients to review recruitment progress, address any concerns or challenges, and align on recruitment priorities.Work with our chosen supply chain where needed to ensure roles that require additional support receive it.Track supplier performance and ensure quality checks and processes are in place and performance is high, whilst ensuring process is followed.Driving Diversity and Inclusion:Champion D&I initiatives, track metrics, and collaborate with external organizations to expand diverse talent pipelines.Staying Abreast of Industry Trends:Monitor industry trends and facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions to inform recruitment strategies.Collaborate with HR and business leaders to anticipate future talent needs during strategic planning.Attending Industry Events:Prioritise relevant industry events to facilitate networking opportunities and promote the employer brand.Experience Required:3-5 years' experience in agency, RPO, or in-house end-to-end recruitmentSkilled in sourcing roles across Finance, IT, or Corporate functionsStrong knowledge of ATS, sourcing platforms, and recruitment toolsAbility to use data and analytics for insights and process optimizationExperience turning workforce data into actionable recommendationsExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsFlexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environmentCore skills: direct sourcing, screening, and pipeline generationBackground in financial services is essentialWhy us?Hybrid working, two days works in our client offices.Fantastic career progression with clear development pathways.Outstanding learning and development programmes.Industry leading bonus schemes.Flexi benefits options- PMI, Dental, Travel Insurance Critical Illness and moreStart on 24 days holidays, rising to 27 days. Plus, birthday offPurchase up to 5 working days additional holiday upon completion of probation periodGenerous family friendly entitlementsCompetitive pension with contributions increasing through length of serviceSave As You Earn with the opportunity to purchase shares at a reduced priceEmployee discounts with ManpowerGroup Rewards which offers a huge range of discounted shopping and rewards with all the major retailersAbout us:Global leaders in workforce solutions and strategies.Our clients need to be agile and innovative to survive in an unpredictable landscape. At Talent Solutions, we help them meet every challenge by addressing their most complex workforce needs. We offer everything from Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) to Managed Service Provider (MSP) solutions and world-class talent management. We get people. And together, we'll shape our future.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.We get people and together we'll shape our future. Apply now.

Careers in Business Support - ManpowerGroup's Talent Community

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.