ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

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As a Recruiter – Contractor Hiring for one of ALTEN's subsidiaries, you will be responsible for sourcing and engaging contractors and freelance consultants to support our IT projects across the UK.

The role focuses on building a reliable and compliant contractor network while working closely with business teams to respond quickly to project-based staffing needs in regulated environments.

Key responsibilities

• Source and engage contractors and freelance consultants for IT roles
• Build and maintain a strong contractor and contingent workforce pipeline
• Partner with Competence Centers Managers and Sales to understand project requirements and timelines
• Manage the contractor recruitment process from sourcing through onboarding
• Develop long-term relationships with contractors to support repeat engagements
• Monitor contractor market trends, availability, and rate environments
• Ensure compliance with internal processes, client requirements, and regulatory standards
• Track and report contractor recruitment activity and KPIs

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience in contractor or contingent workforce recruitment
• Strong understanding of the UK contractor and freelance recruitment market
• Experience recruiting IT, engineering, or technical profiles

The position is located in Central London

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.