This is a roll-up-your-sleeves, lead-from-the-front position for an experienced recruiter who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume, people-critical environments and wants real ownership. You’ll sit at the heart of a dynamic, event-driven business, owning end-to-end recruitment across multiple flagship venues — from strategy through to sourcing, onboarding, compliance, and contract creation. One minute you’ll be shaping hiring strategy with senior stakeholders, the next you’ll be knee-deep in right-to-work checks, contracts, or supporting your team through peak demand. The Role - As Senior Talent Acquisition / Recruitment Partner, you’ll lead a small recruitment team while remaining deeply hands-on yourself. You’ll oversee: - Permanent recruitment (approx. 35–40 roles per year, all levels) - High-volume casual recruitment for major events and match days - Recruitment strategy across multiple sites - Compliance, onboarding, right-to-work checks, and final contract sign-off - Stakeholder management — including confidently challenging hiring decisions - Coaching, developing and covering your team when needed This is a 48-hour, on-site role in a high-energy environment where priorities change quickly and pressure is part of the job — but so is autonomy, trust, and influence. What Makes This Different - True ownership: You set the tone, the standards, and the strategy - Hands-on leadership: You lead by doing, not delegating - Fast-paced & varied: No two days look the same - Visible impact: Your decisions directly affect live events and operations - Supportive, non-micromanaged culture: Trusted to run your area properly Who This Will Suit - Someone who who: - Has strong hospitality recruitment experience (essential) - Is comfortable recruiting at all levels, from frontline to senior - Has owned compliance, onboarding, and contract writing - Is calm, resilient, and effective under pressure - Enjoys stakeholder challenge and decision-making authority - Is happy to do everything, not just the strategic parts This role is not suitable for recruiters who only want high-level or advisory positions, or who are uncomfortable with operational detail. The salary is between £50-60,000 for the basic. 33 days for holiday allowance, life assurance and entry to some of the most fantastic events out there.