Manpower Talent Solutions
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 experience Proven 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.
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 experience Proven 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.
Manpower Talent Solutions
Talent Solutions are thrilled to be hiring for a Principal Talent Acquisition Partner based in Bristol. The Principal Talent Acquisition Partner is responsible for managing full-cycle hiring processes, driving delivery excellence, and mentoring recruitment teams. This role combines deep expertise in sourcing niche talent, stakeholder engagement, and data driven strategy to support complex client environments. The Principal TAP not only owns requisitions and delivers hires but also influences recruitment strategy and contributes to continuous improvement across the RPO program. The Principal TAP will often collaborate with sourcing specialists and may guide others informally, contributing to the overall success of the RPO delivery model. Key Accountabilities Design and execute recruitment strategies aligned with client business objectives. Manage requisitions from intake to offer, ensuring adherence to SLAs and KPIs. Source and engage candidates with rare and in-demand skills using creative and data informed methods. Owns recruitment for senior or highly specialised roles, critical projects, or high-volume, business critical hiring initiatives. Conduct market research and leverage analytics to optimise sourcing and hiring outcomes. Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders within a designated function or business area. Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with hiring managers and HR partners, providing guidance on workforce planning, market insights and talent strategy. Manages multi-stakeholder recruitment processes with increased visibility and accountability. Provide stakeholders with market intelligence, salary benchmarking, and competitor insight to support strategic hiring decisions. Advise on talent trends and pipeline development to address current and future workforce needs. Build consultative relationships with hiring managers, HR, and client stakeholders. Provide strategic guidance on recruitment processes, sourcing options, and market trends. Deliver exceptional candidate experiences through clear communication and support. Schedule regular check-in meetings with clients to review recruitment progress, address any concerns or challenges, and align on recruitment priorities. Engage and manage a 3rd party 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. Track and analyse recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement. Present recruitment performance data, metrics, and insights within their assigned function or business area. Conduct root cause analysis and implement data-driven solutions. Collaborate with internal teams and supply chain partners to ensure quality and compliance. Share workforce insights and recruitment expertise across platforms. Stay abreast of industry trends and attend relevant events to promote employer brand. Translate workforce intelligence into actionable recommendations for clients. Coach and mentor Talent Acquisition Partners and Talent Associate Partners Oversee quality of delivery and mitigate risks to account health and client satisfaction. Manages Multi-Scope or Multi Region stakeholder processes with higher visibility and strategic influence. (Multi-Scope or Multi-Region - Covers several business units, countries, or brands.) Designs recruitment strategies; leads complex or critical hiring initiatives Increased GP per FTE/Higher financial KPI targets Required Experience & Skills Minimum 5 years of full-cycle recruitment experience (RPO or in-house). Proven success sourcing talent across Engineering, IT, Finance or Corporate functions. Experience leading or mentoring recruitment teams in complex environments. Proficiency with ATS, CRM and sourcing platforms. Nice to Haves Experience in strategic workforce planning or talent intelligence. Exposure to supplier management and vendor performance tracking. Familiarity with recruitment marketing and employer branding. Participation in industry events or professional networks. Observable Skills & Behaviors Drives for Results: Achieves ambitious goals and thrives in fast-paced environments. Learns and Adapts: Embraces change and seeks continuous improvement. Solves Problems: Uses data and judgment to make sound decisions. Focuses on Clients and Candidates: Builds trust and delivers exceptional service. Communicates Effectively: Clear, persuasive, and professional in all interactions. Provides Proactive Support: Mentors others and fosters development. Collaborates to Win: Works effectively across teams and functions. Unleashes Human Potential: Develops high-performing teams and promotes growth. Disciplined Execution: Maintains focus and accountability to deliver results. Our Standards 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 and builds on our successes.
Talent Solutions are thrilled to be hiring for a Principal Talent Acquisition Partner based in Bristol. The Principal Talent Acquisition Partner is responsible for managing full-cycle hiring processes, driving delivery excellence, and mentoring recruitment teams. This role combines deep expertise in sourcing niche talent, stakeholder engagement, and data driven strategy to support complex client environments. The Principal TAP not only owns requisitions and delivers hires but also influences recruitment strategy and contributes to continuous improvement across the RPO program. The Principal TAP will often collaborate with sourcing specialists and may guide others informally, contributing to the overall success of the RPO delivery model. Key Accountabilities Design and execute recruitment strategies aligned with client business objectives. Manage requisitions from intake to offer, ensuring adherence to SLAs and KPIs. Source and engage candidates with rare and in-demand skills using creative and data informed methods. Owns recruitment for senior or highly specialised roles, critical projects, or high-volume, business critical hiring initiatives. Conduct market research and leverage analytics to optimise sourcing and hiring outcomes. Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders within a designated function or business area. Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with hiring managers and HR partners, providing guidance on workforce planning, market insights and talent strategy. Manages multi-stakeholder recruitment processes with increased visibility and accountability. Provide stakeholders with market intelligence, salary benchmarking, and competitor insight to support strategic hiring decisions. Advise on talent trends and pipeline development to address current and future workforce needs. Build consultative relationships with hiring managers, HR, and client stakeholders. Provide strategic guidance on recruitment processes, sourcing options, and market trends. Deliver exceptional candidate experiences through clear communication and support. Schedule regular check-in meetings with clients to review recruitment progress, address any concerns or challenges, and align on recruitment priorities. Engage and manage a 3rd party 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. Track and analyse recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement. Present recruitment performance data, metrics, and insights within their assigned function or business area. Conduct root cause analysis and implement data-driven solutions. Collaborate with internal teams and supply chain partners to ensure quality and compliance. Share workforce insights and recruitment expertise across platforms. Stay abreast of industry trends and attend relevant events to promote employer brand. Translate workforce intelligence into actionable recommendations for clients. Coach and mentor Talent Acquisition Partners and Talent Associate Partners Oversee quality of delivery and mitigate risks to account health and client satisfaction. Manages Multi-Scope or Multi Region stakeholder processes with higher visibility and strategic influence. (Multi-Scope or Multi-Region - Covers several business units, countries, or brands.) Designs recruitment strategies; leads complex or critical hiring initiatives Increased GP per FTE/Higher financial KPI targets Required Experience & Skills Minimum 5 years of full-cycle recruitment experience (RPO or in-house). Proven success sourcing talent across Engineering, IT, Finance or Corporate functions. Experience leading or mentoring recruitment teams in complex environments. Proficiency with ATS, CRM and sourcing platforms. Nice to Haves Experience in strategic workforce planning or talent intelligence. Exposure to supplier management and vendor performance tracking. Familiarity with recruitment marketing and employer branding. Participation in industry events or professional networks. Observable Skills & Behaviors Drives for Results: Achieves ambitious goals and thrives in fast-paced environments. Learns and Adapts: Embraces change and seeks continuous improvement. Solves Problems: Uses data and judgment to make sound decisions. Focuses on Clients and Candidates: Builds trust and delivers exceptional service. Communicates Effectively: Clear, persuasive, and professional in all interactions. Provides Proactive Support: Mentors others and fosters development. Collaborates to Win: Works effectively across teams and functions. Unleashes Human Potential: Develops high-performing teams and promotes growth. Disciplined Execution: Maintains focus and accountability to deliver results. Our Standards 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 and builds on our successes.
