Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below. A global engineering organisation is looking to strengthen its recruitment capabilities and bring on someone who can support hiring across technical and leadership areas of the business. The role involves developing a solid understanding of workforce plans and partnering with teams to anticipate talent needs, while designing effective sourcing strategies for specialist and senior appointments.A major part of the position focusses on identifying exceptional professionals through direct outreach, targeted research, headhunting, digital sourcing tools, and talent mapping activities. You will be responsible for running the full recruitment process independently—from initial CV screening using modern, data-informed methods through to structured interviews that incorporate behavioural questioning, case-based assessments, and role-related evaluations. Maintaining clear and professional communication with Directors and candidates throughout the entire hiring cycle is essential. A strong emphasis is placed on candidate care, ensuring every individual has a positive and seamless experience from first engagement to onboarding. You will also play a key part in developing a strong pipeline of future leaders by cultivating long-term relationships and building a network of high‑quality candidates who can support the organisation’s ongoing growth.The role requires staying informed about competitor movements, labour market shifts, and emerging talent trends, and using these insights to help shape strategic hiring decisions. Regular reporting and recruitment analytics will be used to keep stakeholders informed, contribute to business planning, and highlight areas for continuous improvement. You will help refine and streamline recruitment activities, ensuring that processes—especially within Technical teams—are efficient, candidate‑centric, and aligned with best practice. What you'll need to succeedTo succeed, you’ll bring between two and five years’ experience in a fast-paced recruitment environment, ideally from an agency looking to move into an inhouse. A degree is desirable but not essential if you bring the right experience. You must be confident managing the entire hiring lifecycle on your own, from sourcing through to offer negotiation, and comfortable collaborating with stakeholders at all levels.Strong communication and interpersonal skills are crucial, along with experience assessing candidates, shortlisting effectively, and delivering detailed interview feedback to hiring managers. You should also have a track record of representing an employer brand professionally and building strong relationships that support a positive and engaging candidate journey. What you'll get in returnFlexible working options available. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. xehkeey Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at  .uk