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 We’re 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