Recruitment Manager – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

<p>FM Conway is looking for an experienced <strong>Recruitment Manager</strong> to join our established Recruitment team on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. As our <strong>Recruitment Manager</strong>, you will oversee the day-to-day recruitment function, supporting and guiding the team while ensuring recruitment processes remain efficient, compliant and aligned with business needs. This is a full time, 12-month fixed term contract based from our head office in Sevenoaks, Kent.</p> <p><strong>The duties of the Recruitment Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract role will include:</strong></p> <p>- Working collaboratively with key senior stakeholders across various levels to understand the divisions recruitment requirements</p> <p>- Overseeing the performance, wellbeing, career development, motivation and engagement of the Recruitment team</p> <p>- Monitoring teams time to hire stats, their candidate journeys and candidate retention data</p> <p>- Monitoring recruitment performance metrics and maintaining accurate recruitment data and reporting</p> <p>- Managing the relationship with our ATS provider and job board partners, managing and negotiating the annual renewal process</p> <p>- Leading the team\'s commitment to our EDI strategy\'s KPIs in regard to recruitment, including our pledge to be 30% women by 2030</p> <p>- Taking the recruitment lead in delivering projects and initiatives that impact the recruitment process </p> <p>- Understanding and managing key contract priorities and commitments</p> <p><strong>What skills and experience do you need?</strong></p> <p>You will have proven experience in recruitment with previous team leadership experience. Strong stakeholder management, organisation and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience recruiting for senior or specialist roles and using recruitment data to support decision-making is required. Experience using an ATS, particularly Talos, is essential, and experience within the construction or infrastructure sector would be beneficial. A full UK driving licence is required as occasional travel to other company locations may be necessary.</p> <p><strong>A brief introduction to FM Conway and Central Services Division</strong></p> <p>FM Conway business of families with over 60 years\' experience of creating sustainable and innovative transportation solutions. We pride ourselves on our core values, creating a culture around Care, Innovation, Integrity, and Excellence. The heart of FM Conway has, and always will be, its great people and we are always searching for talented individuals to join our family.</p> <p>The Central Services division at FM Conway is a key support function that underpins the effective operation of the entire business. It brings together several core areas, including Business Support, Recruitment, Customer Care and Equity,Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) to ensure that both our internal teams and external stakeholders receive a consistent and high-quality service. From delivering professional administrative support and managing end-to-end recruitment processes, to resolving customer queries and driving forward our commitments to inclusion and community impact, Central Services plays a strategic role in promoting operational excellence and supporting the company\'s values. With a strong focus on collaboration, service delivery, and continuous improvement, the division is integral to FM Conway\'s ongoing success and reputation.</p> <p>So, if you would like to join the team as our <strong>Recruitment Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract </strong>then please <strong>click apply</strong> today, we\'d love to hear from you!</p> <p><strong>Closing Date: 10/04/2026</strong></p> <p><em>FM Conway is an award-winning equal opportunities employer. We recognise that our workforce should reflect our diverse communities and we are proudly committed to creating an inclusive culture in which we celebrate and value individuals from all walks of life.</em> <em>EDI-Strategy</em></p> <p><em>At our heart we are a business that recognises and embraces individuality, so if you are excited about this role but you are unsure if you meet all of the criteria, we encourage you to apply anyway as you may still be the right candidate for this or another role we are recruiting for.</em></p> <p><em>We believe in people, not algorithms. That\'s why every application is personally reviewed by a member of our Recruitment Team - never by AI.</em></p> <p><em>We look forward to receiving your application!</em></p> Salary: GBP 36000 - 60000 per year

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