Talent Acquisition SpecialistLocation: Manchester (Hybrid)Day Rate: £200 - £225 Per dayContract Length: 6-Months (T2P)
Our client, a leading name in UK rail, is looking for a seasoned Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead a significant ramp up of engineering and operations recruitment in 2026. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role for an experienced recruiter who thrives in fast-paced, people-first environments.
The RoleBased at the Manchester HQ with hybrid working, you'll take full ownership of recruitment across a wide range of technical, professional, and leadership roles - partnering with hiring managers, managing your own diary, and delivering results without micromanagement, all while working as part of a close-knit, collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities• Deliver against resourcing and headcount plans across multiple UK sites and functions• Own the end-to-end recruitment process from briefing through to onboarding handover• Partner with hiring managers to define requirements and shape sourcing strategies• Manage relationships with external recruitment partners and talent pipelines• Support international recruitment and relocation processes where required• Provide market insight and workforce planning support to senior stakeholders• Represent the business at assessments, interviews, and hiring events across the UK• Contribute to early talent initiatives and partnerships with academic institutions
Candidate Requirements•Minimum 6 years' experience in recruitment - either in-house or as an agency account manager• Proven track record of delivering high-volume and specialist recruitment campaigns• Strong understanding of the UK labour market and experience hiring across multiple sites• Confident working with senior stakeholders across technical and operational functions• Familiarity with international mobility and relocation processes• Comfortable managing competing priorities and delivering at pace• Passion for innovation in recruitment technology and DEI strategies• CIPD or similar professional qualification (desirable)• A collaborative, hands-on approach with a focus on outcomes over hours
How to apply for the role: If you are interested in the Talent Acquisition role, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Consultant listed on this page.
About Ford & Stanley Group
Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.
Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.
Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.