13 Recruitment Agencies jobs in Bury

Company Description

UK Management College prides itself on providing quality education to students from diverse backgrounds. Our commitment to distance learning and access to education enables us to cater to a wide range of students, including those who are in paid work, retired, or returning to education. With an emphasis on real-world issues, our students graduate job-ready with the skills to make tomorrow better. Situated in the heart of Manchester, our vibrant campus offers a blend of learning, innovation, and technology within a close-knit community.

Are you a recruitment professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working in a multi-site organisation? Do you have a strong track record in in-house recruitment and a practical understanding of UKVI and sponsorship processes? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-focused Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our collaborative, supportive, and highly valued HR team.

Role purpose:

You’ll manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle— from engaging with hiring managers to sourcing and onboarding high-calibre candidates. You’ll also help shape recruitment strategy, improve processes, and strengthen our employer brand.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing full-cycle recruitment across a variety of business areas
• Drafting and issuing offer letters and onboarding documentation
• Liaising with hiring managers, coordinating interviews, and supporting selection processes
• Maintaining the ATS and internal spreadsheets with up-to-date, accurate data
• Supporting Skilled Worker visa sponsorships and right-to-work checks
• Contributing to strategic projects such as salary benchmarking
• Advising stakeholders on market insights, trends, and recruitment best practice
• Acting as an employer brand ambassador via LinkedIn and other platforms

Skills and experience:

• Proven in-house recruitment experience
• Working knowledge of UKVI regulations and the sponsorship management system
• Strong admin skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Confident in drafting offer letters and onboarding documents
• Proficient in recruitment technologies (ATS, reporting tools, Excel, etc.)
• Knowledge of recruitment legislation including Right to Work and the Equality Act
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Nest Pension

Vitality Health Insurance (after qualifying period)

Free onsite parking

Paid Lunch Break

20 days holidays plus public holidays

Staff Canteen

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time 37.5 hours Monday to Friday

Company description:

At Warburtons, family is at the heart of our business. Five generations'? worth of expertise that goes into making our bakery products allows us to continue a tradition of baking inherited over the past 141 years.

Warburtons is the largest bakery brand in the UK, but that doesn't allow us to rest on our laurels. We are pioneers of the industry and ambitious market leaders, alway.

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Job Title: Talent Acquisition Officer  

Reporting into: Talent Director  

Location: Manchester  

Package: Up to £28k based upon previous experience  

This role is hybrid with 3 days working from the Manchester (Northern Quarter) office  

Why Join Grayce?  

At Grayce, we fuel business transformation for some of the world’s most ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we’ve partnered with FTSE 100 and 250 companies, helping them achieve impactful results by developing and deploying high-calibre graduate talent across the UK and beyond. As we continue to expand, we are looking for an organised and enthusiastic Talent Acquisition Officer to join the busy Talent Acquisition team who have the important role of finding the best emerging talent in the market.  

Responsibilities  

• Supporting the end-to-end recruitment cycle, ensuring a first-class candidate and stakeholder experience. 

• Managing the careers calendar, scheduling interviews, responding to ad-hoc queries, incoming phone calls and emails. 

• Impacting the candidate journey from initial screening, consistent communication, conducting first stage interviews and through to potential offer stage. 

• Building pipelines for current and future demand by working collaboratively with internal stakeholders to understand potential future business needs and address current gaps in the talent pool.  

• Liaising with key stakeholders to understand specific technical requirements. Feeding back on strengths and gaps and implementing solutions to ensure the right candidates are put forward.  

• Developing a strong understanding of Grayce’s offering and development programmes alongside the recruitment cycle.  

Skills and Competencies  

Recruitment Experience: We are keen to hear from candidates with some recruitment experience. Whether you have developed this via internal, agency or a HR role, we are looking for examples of how you have worked to deliverables and impacted a candidate journey.  

Stakeholder Management: At Grayce, the talent team engages with internal stakeholders at all levels of the business, so having a strong background in managing those relationships, setting deadlines and working towards a goal is crucial.   

Proactivity: Talent Acquisition is a fast-paced role, by working with a proactive mindset, we can forecast and spot potential difficulties at early stages and implement strategies to address these before they become an issue.   

Relationship Building: Being exceptional at establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with candidates through their application process is a basic we pride ourselves on. The right person will have a people-centric attitude and will be focused on quality. 

Task Prioritisation: Juggling conflicted deadlines and tasks is a day-to-day occurrence in this role. Being goal focused and comfortable working towards tight deadlines, prioritising tasks and staying organised needs to be a key strength.  

What’s in it for you?  

• Competitive salary up to £28k based upon previous relevant experience   

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, increasing with service and capped at 30 days 

• Flexible benefits tailored to your individual needs 

• Supportive and collaborative work environment that values your aspirations 

• Career development opportunity within a busy Talent Acquisition team 

  
Join us today on our mission to shape the leaders of tomorrow.  

Grayce is not on the UK Border Agency's Sponsor Register and is unable to sponsor work visas for international applicants.   

• Developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies to meet client demands.
• Sourcing and screening high-calibre candidates through diverse channels.
• Conducting thorough candidate interviews and assessments.
• Managing candidate pipelines and ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Building and nurturing strong relationships with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Providing data-driven insights and market intelligence to support recruitment efforts.
• Contributing to the development and execution of employer branding strategies.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.

• Proven experience in a senior recruitment or talent acquisition role, preferably within a consultancy environment.
• Demonstrable success in managing end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Expertise in candidate sourcing techniques, including Boolean search and social media recruitment.
• Excellent interviewing and assessment skills.
• Strong understanding of the UK recruitment market.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach.

• Developing and implementing a proactive talent acquisition strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Building, managing, and mentoring a team of recruiters and talent acquisition specialists.
• Overseeing the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing and interviewing to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Developing and executing innovative sourcing strategies to identify passive and active candidates.
• Enhancing the company's employer brand and candidate experience.
• Implementing and optimizing recruitment technologies (ATS, CRM) to streamline processes.
• Analyzing recruitment metrics and KPIs to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborating with hiring managers to understand their talent needs and develop effective hiring plans.
• Ensuring diversity and inclusion principles are embedded in all recruitment activities.
• Managing recruitment budgets and vendor relationships.

• Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives and workforce planning.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of talented recruiters and talent specialists.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing and interviewing to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Utilise data analytics and HR technology to measure recruitment effectiveness, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers, providing expert guidance on recruitment best practices.
• Develop and execute employer branding initiatives to attract passive candidates and enhance our client's reputation as an employer of choice.
• Manage recruitment budgets and resource allocation effectively.
• Ensure a consistent, high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of market trends, innovative sourcing channels, and recruitment technologies.
• Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives within the talent acquisition process.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven track record of successfully scaling recruitment functions in fast-paced environments.
• Expertise in various sourcing strategies, recruitment technologies (ATS, CRM), and assessment methods.
• Strong understanding of employment law and best practices in recruitment.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in developing and executing employer branding strategies.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote work environment, demonstrating strong self-discipline and organisational skills.
• Data-driven approach to recruitment with strong analytical capabilities.
• Experience within the (mention specific industry of client, e.g., tech, SaaS, professional services) sector is highly advantageous.

• Managing end-to-end recruitment processes for a diverse range of roles.
• Developing and implementing innovative sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their talent needs.
• Conducting thorough candidate screening, interviewing, and assessment.
• Developing and extending competitive job offers.
• Contributing to employer branding initiatives and talent community building.
• Utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) efficiently to manage candidate pipelines.
• Providing market intelligence and insights to support recruitment strategy.
• Ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Staying current with recruitment best practices and employment law.

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for technical roles.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract top talent.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs and define role requirements.
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and assess candidate qualifications.
• Manage the offer process and ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for critical roles.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives and recruitment marketing efforts.
• Utilize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools effectively.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in recruitment, with at least 4 years focused on technical roles.
• Proven success in sourcing and hiring passive candidates in the technology sector.
• Strong understanding of software development roles and technical terminology.
• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with ATS and other recruitment software.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a remote team setting.