Overview
Are you a recruiter who thrives in high-volume environments and understands the unique challenges of sourcing skilled technicians in aerospace and defence?
Expleo UK is looking for a proactive, network-savvy recruiter to join our internal talent team. This is a high-impact role where your sourcing creativity and industry insight will directly contribute to the growth of a critical account.
Responsibilities
Source, screen, and interview blue-collar candidates for technician and skilled trade roles within aerospace and defence
Build and maintain warm talent pipelines for ongoing and future hiring needs
Partner with onsite security and operations teams to coordinate onboarding and site access
Use innovative sourcing techniques including social media, job boards, referrals, and local outreach
Maintain accurate candidate records and ensure compliance with hiring processes and security protocols
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast hiring needs and support workforce planning
Represent Expleo UK professionally onsite and ensure a positive candidate experience
Qualifications
No formal degree required-experience and sourcing ability matter most
Recruitment certifications (REC, CIPD, etc.) are a plus but not essential
Essential skills
Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn, job boards, and local networks
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage high-volume recruitment with attention to detail
Desired skills
Familiarity with onboarding processes and security clearance coordination
Knowledge of the Stevenage talent market and local sourcing channels
Experience
Proven experience recruiting for blue-collar or technician roles (ideally within aerospace, defence, engineering, or manufacturing)
Experience working within an internal recruitment function
Experience using ATS systems and recruitment CRMs
Understanding of the nuances of recruiting in aerospace or defence environments (e.g., security clearance, compliance, niche skill sets)
Comfortable working onsite and engaging directly with candidates and teams
What do I need before I apply
This position is a full-time opportunity based in Stevenage, to be present on-site Monday to Friday.
Benefits
Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
Competitive company benefits
Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
Communicating and promoting vacancies
Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".
We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive