Reporting to the Global Account Director, the EMEA RPO Talent Acquisition Manager will take full accountability for driving the Talent Acquisition Delivery Team across multiple locations and geographies. The role holder will ensure innovative and creative sourcing strategies are in place to support key client critical skills and recruitment strategies in addition to driving consistency and high standards across the Core Source and Screen team.
The role holder will drive key client and stakeholder engagement plans ensuring that the Talent Acquisition Managers and Partners are facing off to the right clients and that the key ownership of relationships are managed effectively to support the overall delivery of the account.
In this role the role holder will also have key senior stakeholder relationships and set key meetings to review the recruitment delivery, forecast and demand plans in addition to gaining full insight of each business functions people strategy whilst partnering with the HRBP's and Organisation Manager's to ensure knowledge is being shared and updates are captured appropriately
Key Requirements
Proven Experience leading multiregional RPO or in-house Recruitment Teams
RPO SME with a diverse RPO program and client background across multiple industries and disciplines with a key focus on professional hiring
Proven experience of managing a high performing team through effective coaching, people management and leadership
Experience of senior level stakeholder relationship and management Experience of devising strategies in line with client expectations to deliver against business or talent acquisition strategic objectives
Ability to coach and develop senior managers and teams across multiple sites and geographies
Commercial aptitude; pricing, contracts, service levels
Negotiation skills; service levels, process and technology changes
Advisory/consultative skills; ability to influence, manage expectations
Market knowledge; to be well informed of recruitment trends and be able to bring challenge and innovation based upon market intelligence
Role Responsibilities People Management
Manage, coach and mentor Talent Acquisition Manager's to foster a culture of strong leadership and service delivery whilst driving effective, flexible recruitment processes that meets the needs of the ,client
Promote a culture of development within all accounts in own area that promotes internal mobility and a strong focus on career development whilst continuing to drive a market leading service for clients and supports the team with identifying talent and ensuring these individuals are placed in the right roles and developed for future roles
Review capacity and performance management to drive operational excellence
Communicates clear performance expectations for all direct reports and wider team on all aspects of their work and provides appropriate feedback on their performance
Empowers others, delegates effectively and provides support and opportunities for growth
Conducts regular performance reviews with direct reports and takes appropriate action as required
Maintains a positive team environment through an approachable and motivational style, which actively encourages open dialogue
Uses rewards and recognition to reinforce desired results/behaviour
Builds trusts and is a role model to others
Client Management
Manage multiple client relationships across multiple sites and business lines
Key point of contact for the client relating to all experienced hires across UK, Ireland and Hungary and accountable for the service delivery and relationship management for all countries in their portfolio
Troubleshoot any and all arising client or internal issues through to resolution and manage effectively through the RAID report in partnership with the UK & I Operations Manager
Understand key client drivers across portfolio and ensuring the Manpower service is well positioned to deliver against and compliment them
Understand the impact of changes in the macro environment in their client portfolio and how this can impact the overall structure and service of the account
Look to continuously improve the service we offer to our clients
Act as escalation point for our clients and operational stakeholders, using relevant experience(s) to offer efficient solutions to complex service and or commercial problems
SME across RPO, market and industry trends ensuring client has a clear understanding of competitor and market changes
Ensure effective and innovative sourcing strategies are in place to meet the overall recruitment strategy of JLR
Financial and Operational Management
In partnership with the Global Account Director, UK&I Operations Manager and Blue Collar EMEA Account Manager look to continuously improve productivity and drive efficiencies in terms of how we operate both at a team and global account
Fully conversant with key contractual obligations across the client portfolio and in partnership with the UK & I Operations Manager drive efficiencies across the account
In partnership with Hungary Country Manger drive the commercial success of the in country portfolio through effective P&L management and ensuring achievement and/or exceeding budgetary commitments
In partnership with Global Account Director, Country Manager and UK&I Operations Manager support in the creation and content with client quarterly and annual business reviews
About Talent Solutions
About Talent Solutions
Talent Solutions helps companies plan, develop and implement large-scale recruitment initiatives and create talent strategies for the full career lifecycle. We’re looking for individuals with experience in a client-facing or client-based role, or those with transferable experience.
RPO Recruitment Careers at Talent Solutions - Talent Community
Bristol
| Permanent
| Competitive Salary, Market Leading RPO Bonus Scheme
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.
Delivery Recruitment Consultant
Cardiff
| Permanent
| Negotiable
Brook Street PSR are thrilled to be hiring for a Delivery Consultant to join our team in Cardiff.What will you be doing?As a Delivery Consultant, you will manage client relationships, source and onboard candidates. This role requires effective liaison with both clients and candidates, ensuring smooth communication and a high level of service throughout the recruitment process. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance, supporting clients' requirements, and managing worker welfare once placements are made.Core ResponsibilitiesUnderstand client needs and provide recruitment adviseAdvertise roles, source candidates and ensure complianceManage candidate submissions and coordinate interviewsOversee candidate onboarding and initial supportMaintain regular check-ins with clients and address concernsConduct onsite visits and communicate updates to clients and candidatesClient EngagementProvide expert advice on role specifications, industry trends, and recruitment strategiesOffer consultative services on advertising and candidate engagementLiaise with clients regarding the submission process, providing clear communication around CVs, interviews, and rolesConfidently present candidates to clients, highlighting their skills and suitabilityConduct regular onsite visits to clients, ensuring the workforce is aligned with client expectationsAct as a key communication channel between candidates and clients regarding pay reviews, legislative changes, and other relevant discussionsVacancy ManagementAdvertise roles confidently, utilizing AI tools to craft compelling job advertsWork with the Team Manager to review advertising strategies and evaluate their effectivenessArrange and schedule interviews between clients and candidates, ensuring both parties are well-preparedMonitor contract end dates and ensure timely discussions with clients for assignment extensionsCandidate ManagementProactively source candidates using various platforms, ensuring candidates meet compliance requirementsComplete full candidate registrations, eligibility checks, and verify required documentationConduct initial screening interviews to assess suitability for rolesServe as the main point of contact for candidates to ensure their first day and week go smoothlyHandle employee issues such as sickness, return-to-work processes, performance conversations, grievance handling, and mental health-related adaptationsSkills / Experience RequiredProven experience in a recruitment or talent acquisition role, ideally in a consultative capacityStrong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintaining relationships with both clients and candidatesConfidence in adverting roles and leveraging AI tools to enhance job advertisementAbility to the manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including candidate sourcing, registration, compliance and placementStrong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.Understanding of compliance regulations and the ability to carry out eligibility checksKnowledge of the employment market and the ability to provide clients with market insights and adviceComfort with onsite client visits and addressing employee welfare concerns About Brook Street: Brook Street PSR is one of the largest suppliers of administration and clerical contingent workers to Public Sector organisations across the UK.Central government, non-departmental public bodies, arm's length bodies and executive agencies. We know the structure. We know the pressure. We know how to deliver.We're a proud partner on the Public Sector Resourcing (PSR) framework, trusted to handle all administration and clerical hiring across government. On any day, we manage up to 11,000 contingent workers across the Public Sector. Our StandardsAt ManpowerGroup, we believe that success is built on a foundation of accountability and commitment to our standards at every level. These standards are not just guidelines; they are integral to our culture and are embraced by everyone, from entry-level employees to senior leadership. To be successful, each of us must be accountable for delivering on these standards. They are designed to support performance, development, and career progression, ensuring that we all have a clear understanding of what success looks like at each level of our organisation. We all lead ourselves and others-our teams, our clients, and our stakeholders. By living our standards, we create a cohesive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success. Throughout your career at Brook Street, you will be expected to demonstrate living our standards as detailed below.Clarity: 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.
Delivery Recruitment Consultant
Cardiff
| Permanent
| Negotiable
Brook Street PSR are thrilled to be hiring for a Delivery Consultant to join our team in Cardiff.What will you be doing?As a Delivery Consultant, you will manage client relationships, source and onboard candidates. This role requires effective liaison with both clients and candidates, ensuring smooth communication and a high level of service throughout the recruitment process. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance, supporting clients' requirements, and managing worker welfare once placements are made.Core ResponsibilitiesUnderstand client needs and provide recruitment adviseAdvertise roles, source candidates and ensure complianceManage candidate submissions and coordinate interviewsOversee candidate onboarding and initial supportMaintain regular check-ins with clients and address concernsConduct onsite visits and communicate updates to clients and candidatesClient EngagementProvide expert advice on role specifications, industry trends, and recruitment strategiesOffer consultative services on advertising and candidate engagementLiaise with clients regarding the submission process, providing clear communication around CVs, interviews, and rolesConfidently present candidates to clients, highlighting their skills and suitabilityConduct regular onsite visits to clients, ensuring the workforce is aligned with client expectationsAct as a key communication channel between candidates and clients regarding pay reviews, legislative changes, and other relevant discussionsVacancy ManagementAdvertise roles confidently, utilizing AI tools to craft compelling job advertsWork with the Team Manager to review advertising strategies and evaluate their effectivenessArrange and schedule interviews between clients and candidates, ensuring both parties are well-preparedMonitor contract end dates and ensure timely discussions with clients for assignment extensionsCandidate ManagementProactively source candidates using various platforms, ensuring candidates meet compliance requirementsComplete full candidate registrations, eligibility checks, and verify required documentationConduct initial screening interviews to assess suitability for rolesServe as the main point of contact for candidates to ensure their first day and week go smoothlyHandle employee issues such as sickness, return-to-work processes, performance conversations, grievance handling, and mental health-related adaptationsSkills / Experience RequiredProven experience in a recruitment or talent acquisition role, ideally in a consultative capacityStrong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintaining relationships with both clients and candidatesConfidence in adverting roles and leveraging AI tools to enhance job advertisementAbility to the manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including candidate sourcing, registration, compliance and placementStrong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.Understanding of compliance regulations and the ability to carry out eligibility checksKnowledge of the employment market and the ability to provide clients with market insights and adviceComfort with onsite client visits and addressing employee welfare concerns About Brook Street: Brook Street PSR is one of the largest suppliers of administration and clerical contingent workers to Public Sector organisations across the UK.Central government, non-departmental public bodies, arm's length bodies and executive agencies. We know the structure. We know the pressure. We know how to deliver.We're a proud partner on the Public Sector Resourcing (PSR) framework, trusted to handle all administration and clerical hiring across government. On any day, we manage up to 11,000 contingent workers across the Public Sector. Our StandardsAt ManpowerGroup, we believe that success is built on a foundation of accountability and commitment to our standards at every level. These standards are not just guidelines; they are integral to our culture and are embraced by everyone, from entry-level employees to senior leadership. To be successful, each of us must be accountable for delivering on these standards. They are designed to support performance, development, and career progression, ensuring that we all have a clear understanding of what success looks like at each level of our organisation. We all lead ourselves and others-our teams, our clients, and our stakeholders. By living our standards, we create a cohesive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success. Throughout your career at Brook Street, you will be expected to demonstrate living our standards as detailed below.Clarity: 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.
Recruitment Consultant
Bridgend
| Permanent
| Negotiable
Recruitment ConsultantLocation: Bridgend - FT in the officeSalary: Up to £28,000 plus uncapped commission and benefits Driving licence and own car essential Discover your career with purpose at Manpower.Do you have experience in sales or recruitment? Ready for your next opportunity in a global organisation with clear career growth pathways? Are you passionate about building strong client relationships, driving business growth, and specialising in Driving or Logistics. Manpower is looking for a driven Recruitment Consultant to join our Bridgend team in Wales. This is your chance to build a desk in Driving or Logistics sector, become a subject-matter expert, and make a real impact-while enjoying uncapped earnings and a clear path to progression. About the roleAs a Recruitment Consultant, you'll be part of a high-performing team specialising in permanent and temporary staffing. You'll connect top talent with growing organisations, delivering tailored recruitment solutions that help businesses thrive. Key responsibilities:Drive revenue growth through business development and sales - your success will directly influence your earningsDeliver bespoke staffing solutions, becoming an expert in your specialismManage the full recruitment lifecycle - sourcing, screening, and placing candidatesBuild and maintain strong relationships with both clients and candidateExceed targets and KPIs in a fast-paced, target-driven environment Who we're looking forSales professionals with a proven track record of hitting targetsRecruiters seeking structured progression and higher earningsConfident communicators who can build relationships and influence decisionsResilient, driven, and motivated by a fast-paced environment.Full UK driving licence and own vehicle required (for client visits) Why join us?At Manpower, we're committed to your growth and success. Whether you're an experienced recruiter or new to the industry, we provide the tools and support to help you thrive. What we offer:Uncapped earning potential: Competitive salary, commission, and performance bonusesCareer progression: Clear pathways to Senior Consultant and beyondA high-performance culture: Recognition, rewards, and a collaborative, driven team that celebrates your achievementsComprehensive training: Master the art of recruitment, even if you're new to itWork-life balance: 24 days' holiday (rising to 27), your birthday off, and early finish Friday each monthHealth & wellbeing benefits: Flexible benefits for private medical, dental, gym memberships, and more. About ManpowerManpower is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent recruitment, helping businesses stay agile in an ever-changing world. We're proud to be recognised as one of the world's most ethical companies for the 16th time-reinforcing our commitment to doing business the right way.We foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Apply now and build a meaningful career with Manpower.