My Client who are UK construction leaders within their specific niche are entering a key growth phase, with significant increases in labour demand across major projects (including SZC and beyond). They are looking for a Recruitment Team Manager to take responsibility for leading and structuring our recruitment function across their offices near Preston and Scotland. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on improving output, tightening compliance, and building a high-performing recruitment team that delivers consistently for both clients and operations. Key Responsibilities 1. Team Leadership & Daily Management Manage day-to-day activity of recruitment teams across multiple locations Set clear daily/weekly expectations for each recruiter Ensure workload is effectively distributed based on priorities and demand Provide structure, direction, and accountability across the function 2. Performance Management & KPIs Define and track KPIs (fills, CVs sent, interviews arranged, conversions, time-to-fill, etc.) Monitor individual and team performance Challenge underperformance and recognise strong performance Implement simple reporting dashboards to give visibility to leadership Manage KPIs being met in frameworks and with clients 3. Compliance & Process Ownership Overall ownership of recruitment compliance, including: Right to Work (RTW) checks Qualification verification (CSCS, NVQs, site requirements, etc.) Accurate and complete worker records Ensure “no start without correct paperwork” is enforced consistently Maintain audit-ready systems in line with client expectations 4. Client & Job Information Accuracy Ensure full and accurate job briefs are obtained from clients (rates, scope, competencies, durations, location, shift patterns) Ensure correct and consistent information is issued back to clients when operatives are proposed Reduce miscommunication between recruitment, operations, and clients 5. Operational Support & Coordination Work closely with Labour Managers and Operations teams Ensure recruitment supports live projects effectively and reacts quickly to demand Identify and resolve bottlenecks (shortage of skills, delays in onboarding, etc.) 6. Team Motivation & Culture Drive a high-performance, high-accountability environment Motivate the team through clear targets, structure, and regular feedback Improve consistency in how recruiters work, communicate, and deliver 7. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement Identify issues early (compliance gaps, poor conversions, delays) Implement practical, simple solutions that scale with growth Improve systems, workflows, and recruiter output over time What Were Looking For Proven experience in recruitment (ideally construction, engineering, or labour supply) Experience managing or leading recruiters or teams Strong understanding of compliance (RTW, qualifications, onboarding standards) Highly organised and process-driven Confident managing performance and having direct conversations Commercial awareness – understands rates, margins, and client expectations Ability to work at pace in a growing business Desirable (but not essential) Experience working with major infrastructure clients (e.g., SZC, Tier 1 contractors) Familiarity with labour frameworks and audit requirements Experience setting KPIs and building reporting structures What Success Looks Like (First 3–6 Months) Clear structure in place across recruitment teams Improved visibility on activity and performance (KPIs being tracked consistently) Stronger compliance and fewer onboarding issues Faster response times to client requirements Clear accountability across the team Package & Benefits Competitive salary performance-based bonus 25 days holiday bank holidays Gym membership (Gymworks) Company mobile and laptop Potential car allowance depending on experience