Manpower careers

Manpower

Manpower careers

Careers with purpose


ABOUT US

The on-demand resourcing specialist

       At Manpower, we’ve been connecting people with meaningful and sustainable work since 1948. As a global leader in contingent and permanent workforce solutions, we’re proud to say that every day, tens of thousands of people go to work because of us, and thousands of companies thrive because of the people we connected them with.

When businesses need reliable talent at speed, they turn to us. Our model is built on fast fulfilment, an agile approach and peak performance – ensuring that quality is never sacrificed for speed.

We recruit people into all kinds of industries every year, but our specialisms include driving and logistics, supply chain, engineering, manufacturing, ancillary, automotive and contact centres. Together, we’re making it possible for clients and candidates to achieve success.

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Manpower in numbers

Operating in 75 countries and partnering with over 4,200 clients worldwide, we’re making a positive impact on a global scale. That’s just one of the reasons 95% of our workforce feel genuinely proud of the work they do with us.

  • Over

    95%

    of our people feel pride in the work they do

    (source: our employee engagement survey)

  • We operate in

    75

    countries across the globe
  • As part of ManpowerGroup we are proud to partner with

    400k

    clients worldwide


WHY JOIN US

Discover a career with purpose

At Manpower, we're all about unlocking potential and offering meaningful careers in an agile work environment. We believe in building honest, solid relationships with our team because we know it leads to incredible success. We're more than a workforce solutions business - we're a driving force for growth and real impact.

Our workplace thrives on genuine relationships, trust and openness. We value work-life balance and provide flexible options for your personal and professional growth. Our inclusive culture, clear career development pathways and continuous learning opportunities create a supportive environment where our employees can thrive. Plus, you'll enjoy competitive pay and benefits that truly reflects your contributions. Join Manpower to be part of a collaborative community, where colleagues are so much more than just co-workers.

We are award winning

        At Manpower, we don’t just get recognised - we make headlines. From being recognised as Disability Confident leaders, through to proudly earning the esteemed title of one of the world’s most ethical companies for the 15th time – our commitment to excellence shines through every area of our business. As proud members of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), our dedication to industry best practices and ethical standards is unwavering. Here are just a few of our accolades…

  • REC members
  • Disability Confident Leader
  • Worlds Most Ethical Companies
  • Armed Forces Covenant

We know that a balanced approach to life and work matters

We believe that everyone deserves to have a rewarding and enriching career. We also believe that it’s important our people can lead fulfilling and peaceful lives outside of work. That's why we’re committed to creating a sustainable work-life balance for all and we never stop searching for new ways to ensure your happiness, wellbeing and success.

Looking after you, all of you

We're fortunate to have a diverse team, so it's crucial to provide competitive benefits that cater to individual needs. Our benefits prioritise wellbeing, support life choices and help in both good and challenging times.

​Compensation

  • Competitive base pay

  • Incentive pay – including commission, bonuses and merit increases.

Benefits

  • 24 days' annual leave (rising up to 27 days with service), plus your birthday

  • Competitive pension with contributions increasing through length of service

  • Purchase up to five working days' additional holiday

  • Employee assistance programme

  • Generous family-friendly entitlements.

Flexible benefits

  • Flexible benefits fund that increases with service, including:

    • Private medical Insurance, dental, gym, health screening, health cash plan, critical Illness, travel insurance and will writing

  • You can also purchase benefits above your allowance via salary deductions too.

Additional benefits

  • As you progress, you'll unlock numerous perks acknowledging both individual and team achievements

  • Additionally, enjoy spontaneous rewards such as celebratory bottles of fizz, team outings, and extra days off and monthly early finish Fridays

  • Save as you earn with the opportunity to purchase shares at a reduced price

  • Employee discounts with Tastecard and ManpowerGroup Rewards which offers a huge range of discounted shopping and rewards with major retailers.

As part of ManpowerGroup you will also gain access to group benefits here.

Our award-winning Learning & Development team

We are proud of our best-in-market onboarding programme which sets our new starters up for success.

At Manpower, our training team ensures exceptional onboarding with skills-focused inductions. Our team collaborates closely with the business, providing targeted training for enhanced consultant performance. Graduates praise the confidence gained, and our in-person sessions effectively translate skills into practice. They not only excel as trainers but also prioritise employee wellbeing, making learning enjoyable and setting goals for skills reinforcement. Their dedication and care are truly appreciated!

Charlotte Waters, Operational L&D Manager

And your career development doesn't stop there

Unlock your potential with Manpower's clear career pathway framework. Our industry-leading app, regular coaching sessions, on-demand digital learning and tailored face-to-face training ensure continuous development. With our clear progression pathways, accredited qualifications and tools for identifying strengths, we support your lifelong employability. High potential employees benefit from our Future Leaders programme, apprenticeship programme, and Global Sales Academy. Monthly performance excellence discussions and biannual career plan reviews facilitate continuous growth.

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LIFE AT MANPOWER

Life at Manpower can be seriously rewarding...

Discover what a career a Manpower could mean for you.

Transparency is key to our growth

Transparency is fundamental to our success, underpinned by our commitment to our people.

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What underpins life at Manpower?

        There are three things which define who we are, what we stand for and how we deliver excellence every day.

  • Clarity

    We uphold ourselves and our colleagues to the highest standards, fostering accountability to achieve our collective objectives. We embrace open communication, providing honest and constructive feedback to facilitate a culture of learning and excellence.

  • Care

    We lead with compassion, recognising the humanity in each individual. We champion diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and valued. We listen actively, communicate purposefully, and consistently inspire, coach and empower people to reach their full potential.

  • Grow

    We actively contribute, question and challenge to enhance decision-making. Collaborating with diverse perspectives, we explore new ideas and trends. Embracing continuous improvement, we learn from every experience, actively seek growth opportunities and turn challenges into progress toward ambitious goals.

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OUR COMMITMENTS

Our people and culture

What does diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging look like at Manpower?

Celebrating our workforce

When you feel able to bring your whole, authentic self to work, you’ll thrive. That’s why we believe Manpower should be a space where everyone feels valued, listened to and encouraged to grow. We’re proud of our diverse workforce and inclusive culture – from our Affinity Networks to our social impact initiatives.

Find out more about the incredible work happening across our organisation in our diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging brochure here.

We achieve this through...

  • Inclusive leadership and culture

  • Equal working practices

  • Our people's voice - affinity networks

  • Our associates and partners

Working for a greener, brighter future

        From helping to tackle climate change and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace, through to supporting organisational transparency and ethical honesty – businesses have a responsibility to ensure our planet’s health and protect our people. How organisations do this is still a matter of choice, but at Manpower we choose to lead from the front. Because we believe our ESG plans will not only help the planet, our people and everyone we work with, but also set a positive example that others may follow.

        Join us in shaping a sustainable future and explore our ESG report to find out more about our achievements in this area.

​We know that social responsibility matters

        Our work helps change lives and communities for the better. Manpower provides people with the training and job opportunities they need to transform their lives, which is why social responsibility sits at the heart of what we do. Through this, we strive to make a positive impact on society and the environment. Here are a few of our initiatives:

Charity of the Year: Manpower actively supports Centrepoint through fundraising events and donations, aiming to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people facing homelessness.

Movement to Work: Partnering with leading organisations like BAE Systems, BT, M&S, and Unilever, we're committed to providing vocational training and work experience opportunities for 18-24 year olds through the Movement to Work programme. Our pledge includes offering employability training placements and linking participants to job opportunities.

Apprenticeships: We champion apprenticeships, both within our own business and by supporting clients' apprenticeship programmes. Collaborating with world-leading companies, we've successfully trained and employed thousands of apprentices, providing them with valuable skills and qualifications.

Environmental sustainability: Committed to reducing our environmental footprint we've implemented measures to lower energy consumption, water usage, and waste generation in our offices, resulting in significant environmental savings. ​

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