Location: West Midlands Based
Duration: 12-month contract
Start date: ASAP
Rate: £22.73 per hour (Inside IR35, umbrella)
Venn Group are supporting in the recruitment of an interim Talent & Recruitment Business Partner to manage the full lifecycle of temporary agency recruitment within a public sector setting. This role is central to delivering efficient staffing solutions and driving long-term workforce stability through effective conversion and compliance strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage end-to-end recruitment for agency workers, ensuring timely, cost-effective placements
* Drive strategic initiatives to convert temporary workers into permanent roles
* Collaborate with hiring managers, HR, procurement, and MSPs to ensure alignment with workforce plans
* Monitor compliance with AWR, IR35, and employment legislation
* Reduce off-contract spend and enhance vendor performance through strong MSP management
* Implement contract management best practices and ensure effective SLA/KPI oversight
* Track recruitment data and workforce trends to inform strategic decisions
* Deliver guidance on temporary staffing best practice and regulatory requirements
* Address recruitment challenges in high-demand or hard-to-fill areas
Key Requirements:
* Strong understanding of temporary staffing regulations (AWR, IR35, etc.)
* Proven local government recruitment experience
* Experience managing MSPs and vendor relationships
* Demonstrated success reducing off-contract spend and improving hiring efficiency
* Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing capabilities
If this role interests you, we would love to hear from you!