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Join a leading telecommunications company as a Talent Acquisition Specialist !

Are you an experienced recruiter with a passion for sourcing top-tier corporate talent? We’re looking for someone to join our client’s team on a short-term contract to support high-profile hiring across Finance, People, Corporate Delivery, and the CEO Office. This is a hands-on sourcing role, no stakeholder management, just pure talent hunting.

Contract Details

• Rate: £350 per day (inside IR35)
• Location: London (hybrid – twice per week on-site)
• Contract: Until 31st January 2026
• Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Source candidates across all corporate levels using LinkedIn and direct search methods.
• Build and manage shortlists for roles in Finance, People, Corporate Delivery, and CEO Office.
• Deliver a high-touch, “white glove” sourcing service.
• Work independently without reliance on agencies.
• Operate within a fast-paced two-week advertising-to-shortlisting cycle.
• Collaborate closely with the internal Talent Acquisition team.
• Ensure quality and speed in candidate delivery.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar sourcing-focused role
• Strong background in corporate recruitment (not SMO)
• Ability to source candidates from scratch
• Skilled in CV sifting and shortlist creation
• Experience working on high-profile roles in large corporate environments
• Comfortable working at pace and to tight deadlines

If you're interested in this opportunity, click “Apply Now” with a copy of your most recent CV!

Talent Delivery Specialist — Embedded via WNTD | Pre-Launch AI Infrastructure Scale-Up

WNTD is seeking a Talent Delivery Specialist to join our new embedded partnership with one of Europe’s most ambitious and well-funded sovereign AI infrastructure scale-ups — a company set to become a defining force in the next generation of AI infrastructure.

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role, fully embedded on-site with the client as part of WNTD’s partnership team. You’ll work directly alongside senior leadership, programme heads, and technical stakeholders to deliver the hires that will power the company’s first large-scale buildout — a multi-phase rollout designed to transform Europe’s AI landscape.

You’ll operate at the centre of one of the most significant technology build programmes in the market, ensuring every role is delivered with precision, pace, and impact.

What You’ll Do

• Operate as a key member of the WNTD embedded team, working full-time on-site with the client to deliver technical and operational hires aligned to critical build milestones.
• Manage the full delivery process — identifying, engaging, and coordinating candidates through to offer stage — with an emphasis on speed, accuracy, and execution.
• Work directly with senior stakeholders to anticipate hiring needs, prioritise critical roles, and maintain delivery cadence across concurrent project phases.
• Report on progress and hiring performance to ensure visibility and alignment across leadership and delivery teams.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience delivering technical or infrastructure talent across AI, data centre, or large-scale build environments.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence working alongside leadership in high-growth, fast-paced settings.
• A delivery-obsessed mindset — focused on outcomes, precision, and execution.
• The ability to adapt and perform in complex, evolving build environments.

Why WNTD

This role is part of a new embedded partnership between WNTD and a pre-launch sovereign AI infrastructure business that is set to become Europe’s most advanced and influential player in the sector.

At WNTD, we specialise in delivering embedded talent solutions for some of the world’s most ambitious technology and infrastructure companies. You’ll be joining a trusted on-site team driving one of Europe’s most exciting AI infrastructure launches — where results, pace, and precision define success.

Who we are:

ALTEN, an engineering and technology consultancy, We are a leading Engineering and IT consultancy operating across 30 countries, making waves in all sectors: Aeronautics, Space, Defence, Security and Naval, Automotive, Rail and mobility, Energy and environment, Life Sciences and health, Industrial Equipment and electronics, Telecoms, Banking, Finance & Insurance, Retail, Services & Medias, Public Services & Government. With a team of passionate, diligent, and agile engineers, we are united by a common purpose: building tomorrow’s world today. Day by day, we support our customers' development strategies as well as their technological and sustainability transformation.

We're looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Talent Acquisition & Leadership Development team in London. This is a fantastic chance to join a fast-growing company with strong core values of Excellence, Accountability, Integrity, and Service.

Job purpose

As a key player in our Talent Acquisition team, you will drive the recruitment strategy for high-impact roles including Business Managers, Technical Direction, and Support Functions. This role is about more than hiring, it's about shaping the future of our company by identifying, engaging, and securing top-tier talent who will lead and innovate.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Talent Sourcing: Understand hiring needs and workforce planning to efficiently fill leadership and specialist roles across the organization.

• Candidate Identification: Source high-caliber professionals through direct approaches, headhunting, LinkedIn, talent mapping, and digital tracking methods.

• Employer Branding & Attraction: Draft and manage compelling job advertisements; actively represent the company brand across platforms and recruitment events.

• End-to-End Recruitment; i) Screen CVs using modern tools and data-driven methods. ii) Conduct insightful phone screenings and structured interviews using behavioral questions, case studies, and role-plays. iii) Manage the relationship with the Directors and the Candidates

• Candidate Engagement : Serve as a trusted advisor throughout the candidate journey, ensuring a seamless and positive experience from initial contact through to onboarding.

• Leadership Pipeline Development: Build and nurture a qualified candidate pool to meet current and future hiring needs.

• Market Insights : Conduct competitive intelligence and talent mapping to remain ahead of market trends and strengthen strategic hiring decisions.

• Recruitment Analytics & Reporting : Provide regular updates to stakeholders through group reporting and internal dashboards, ensuring process optimization and accountability.

• Continuous Improvement: Drive improvements in candidate experience and optimize recruitment workflows for Business, Technical Direction, and Support functions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 2-5 years of experience in talent acquisition within fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or a related field, is preferred, along with experience as an in-house recruiter or agency recruiter.
• Strong experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle independently, including sourcing, stakeholder management, and offer negotiation
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationship with internal teams and hiring managers at all levels.
• Skilled in screening candidates, shortlisting applicants, and conducting thorough interviews with detailed feedback for hiring managers.
• Experience in building awareness of the company brand and cultivating strong relationships with candidates to ensure a positive recruitment experience.

What do we offer

• Company benefits including Private Medical Healthcare, Life Insurance and Travel Insurance.
• Pension scheme with company contributions up to 6%.
• Hybrid (2 days remote working)
• Wellness 24/7 Confidential employee assistance program.
• Social – Breakfast Tuesdays, Thirsty Thursdays and Pizza on the last Thursday of each month

Any doubts?

Studies have shown that some groups of people are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we are looking for. As an equal-opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.

We're inviting candidates with 2-5 years of relevant experience to apply for this role. Please see our other openings for roles requiring 0-2 years and 5+ years experience.

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial , we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide., including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact : Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence : Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth : Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing : Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools : Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description

Ferrovial Construction is looking to appoint a Talent Acquisition Advisor to join its HR team in the UK.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for assigned roles across Ferrovial Construction UK project-based positions.
• Proactively source and identify qualified candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, internal mobility platforms and networking.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, including CV reviews, phone screenings and interviews, to evaluate qualifications and fit for open positions.
• Maintain ongoing communication with candidates to keep them engaged throughout the recruitment process and provide timely feedback.
• Schedule and facilitate candidate interviews, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience.
• Create and post compelling job advertisements on relevant platforms to attract a diverse pool of candidates.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future recruitment needs.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Collaborate closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and align recruitment efforts accordingly.
• Adhere to all relevant employment laws, regulations and company policies during the recruitment process.
• Generate and share regular recruitment metrics and reports to assess progress and make data-driven decisions.
• Ensure all candidate and stakeholders interactions reflect Ferrovial’s values: Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity, and Respect

Relevant Skills and Competencies:

• Proven experience in talent acquisition, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.

Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

Ferrovial Construction UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and as such treats applications equally and recruits purely based on skills and experience.

We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of different backgrounds, perspectives and skills so we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for a variety of roles.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract high-calibre candidates.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and recruitment needs.
• Coordinate interview schedules and provide feedback to candidates and hiring managers.
• Extend job offers and negotiate terms of employment.
• Maintain an up-to-date candidate database and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives and talent acquisition projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Proven ability to source candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn Recruiter and boolean searches.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices and employment law.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with hybrid working models and remote candidate engagement.

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for a range of roles, from initial job profiling to offer negotiation.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract high-calibre candidates, utilising job boards, social media, networking, and candidate databases.
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings and interviews to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers, providing expert advice and market insights.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
• Utilise the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) efficiently to manage candidate data and recruitment pipelines.
• Collaborate with the wider recruitment team to share best practices and support recruitment campaigns.
• Stay up-to-date with recruitment trends and employment legislation.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives and talent pool development.

• Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, Recruitment Consultant, or similar role, ideally within an agency or in-house setting.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple recruitment campaigns simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and ATS platforms.
• Excellent interviewing and assessment skills.
• Strong understanding of sourcing techniques and candidate engagement strategies.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with candidates and clients.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Willingness to work a hybrid model, balancing remote flexibility with in-office collaboration at our prestigious London location.

Join a leading telecommunications company as a Talent Acquisition Specialist !

Are you an experienced recruiter with a passion for sourcing top-tier corporate talent? We’re looking for someone to join our client’s team on a short-term contract to support high-profile hiring across Finance, People, Corporate Delivery, and the CEO Office. This is a hands-on sourcing role, no stakeholder management, just pure talent hunting.

Contract Details

• Rate: £350 per day (inside IR35)
• Location: London (hybrid – twice per week on-site)
• Contract: Until 31st January 2026
• Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Source candidates across all corporate levels using LinkedIn and direct search methods.
• Build and manage shortlists for roles in Finance, People, Corporate Delivery, and CEO Office.
• Deliver a high-touch, “white glove” sourcing service.
• Work independently without reliance on agencies.
• Operate within a fast-paced two-week advertising-to-shortlisting cycle.
• Collaborate closely with the internal Talent Acquisition team.
• Ensure quality and speed in candidate delivery.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar sourcing-focused role
• Strong background in corporate recruitment (not SMO)
• Ability to source candidates from scratch
• Skilled in CV sifting and shortlist creation
• Experience working on high-profile roles in large corporate environments
• Comfortable working at pace and to tight deadlines

If you're interested in this opportunity, click “Apply Now” with a copy of your most recent CV!

Who we are:

ALTEN, an engineering and technology consultancy, We are a leading Engineering and IT consultancy operating across 30 countries, making waves in all sectors: Aeronautics, Space, Defence, Security and Naval, Automotive, Rail and mobility, Energy and environment, Life Sciences and health, Industrial Equipment and electronics, Telecoms, Banking, Finance & Insurance, Retail, Services & Medias, Public Services & Government. With a team of passionate, diligent, and agile engineers, we are united by a common purpose: building tomorrow’s world today. Day by day, we support our customers' development strategies as well as their technological and sustainability transformation.

We're looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Talent Acquisition & Leadership Development team in London. This is a fantastic chance to join a fast-growing company with strong core values of Excellence, Accountability, Integrity, and Service.

Job purpose

As a key player in our Talent Acquisition team, you will drive the recruitment strategy for high-impact roles including Business Managers, Technical Direction, and Support Functions. This role is about more than hiring, it's about shaping the future of our company by identifying, engaging, and securing top-tier talent who will lead and innovate.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Talent Sourcing: Understand hiring needs and workforce planning to efficiently fill leadership and specialist roles across the organization.

• Candidate Identification: Source high-caliber professionals through direct approaches, headhunting, LinkedIn, talent mapping, and digital tracking methods.

• Employer Branding & Attraction: Draft and manage compelling job advertisements; actively represent the company brand across platforms and recruitment events.

• End-to-End Recruitment; i) Screen CVs using modern tools and data-driven methods. ii) Conduct insightful phone screenings and structured interviews using behavioral questions, case studies, and role-plays. iii) Manage the relationship with the Directors and the Candidates

• Candidate Engagement : Serve as a trusted advisor throughout the candidate journey, ensuring a seamless and positive experience from initial contact through to onboarding.

• Leadership Pipeline Development: Build and nurture a qualified candidate pool to meet current and future hiring needs.

• Market Insights : Conduct competitive intelligence and talent mapping to remain ahead of market trends and strengthen strategic hiring decisions.

• Recruitment Analytics & Reporting : Provide regular updates to stakeholders through group reporting and internal dashboards, ensuring process optimization and accountability.

• Continuous Improvement: Drive improvements in candidate experience and optimize recruitment workflows for Business, Technical Direction, and Support functions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 2-5 years of experience in talent acquisition within fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or a related field, is preferred, along with experience as an in-house recruiter or agency recruiter.
• Strong experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle independently, including sourcing, stakeholder management, and offer negotiation
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationship with internal teams and hiring managers at all levels.
• Skilled in screening candidates, shortlisting applicants, and conducting thorough interviews with detailed feedback for hiring managers.
• Experience in building awareness of the company brand and cultivating strong relationships with candidates to ensure a positive recruitment experience.

What do we offer

• Company benefits including Private Medical Healthcare, Life Insurance and Travel Insurance.
• Pension scheme with company contributions up to 6%.
• Hybrid (2 days remote working)
• Wellness 24/7 Confidential employee assistance program.
• Social – Breakfast Tuesdays, Thirsty Thursdays and Pizza on the last Thursday of each month

Any doubts?

Studies have shown that some groups of people are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we are looking for. As an equal-opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.

We're inviting candidates with 2-5 years of relevant experience to apply for this role. Please see our other openings for roles requiring 0-2 years and 5+ years experience.