888 Recruitment Director jobs in the United Kingdom

About Leo Recruits Ltd:
Leo Recruits Ltd is a leading talent acquisition and HR solutions company, committed to delivering innovative recruitment strategies to help businesses grow. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing workplace.

Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources / Recruitment Director to lead our HR and recruitment function across the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping HR strategy, driving recruitment excellence, and ensuring compliance with UK employment law while supporting organizational growth and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop the HR and recruitment team, ensuring alignment with company goals.

Design and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent across all levels.

Develop and oversee learning and development, employee engagement, and retention programs.

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies, and sponsor licence obligations.

Advise senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and HR best practices.

Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the organization.

Manage budgets and resources effectively to support HR initiatives.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience in a senior HR/Recruitment leadership role (Director/Head of HR/Recruitment).

In-depth knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.

Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and people management skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Experience managing HR technology and analytics to drive data-informed decisions.

Desirable:

CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent professional HR accreditation.

Experience with managing HR teams under a UK sponsor licence.

Experience in talent acquisition for multiple sectors, including corporate and institutional clients.

Salary & Benefits:

Competitive salary in line with Skilled Worker visa requirements ( 50,000/year).

Bonus and performance incentives.

Flexible working arrangements.

Pension scheme and health benefits.

Professional development opportunities.

Closing Date: 10/09/2025

round8 is a leading cross-platform Media and AdTech recruitment specialist based in London.

We help companies hire people across the entire advertising sector from exec-to-director-level in UK, EMEA & US and our client portfolio is superb.

We are looking for a high-billing, resourceful, and entrepreneurial consultant who has great soft skills (in keeping with serving the media market) and excellent hard skills (in line with recruiting into digital and all major platforms) to develop and grow our client base in the North of England and Scotland.

The Role

• To be central to round8’s expansion into existing specialisations and others which complement them
• To use your proven business development skills to yield new business opportunities from the media owner, tech, and client sectors as they continue to look for specialist media recruitment and search expertise
• To be a “go-to” figure and “expert” in your space, leveraging existing relationships, fast-tracking your knowledge of the market, and capitalising on the recruitment and business experience you have amassed prior to joining us

What will you get in return?

• Tailored and ongoing personal development – from external consultants and through managers and peers. We commit to helping you become a better consultant and business person.
• Exposure to senior media industry contacts. We are open with our networks and generous in promoting our people to the industry.
• Genuine ownership and accountability – i.e. your own distinct area and specialisation; a grown-up culture; and the chance to genuinely own your success.

The team here is down-to-earth, knowledgeable, commercial, and also collegiate in how we approach the job. We want to work with people who work like that, and who love recruitment and love the media business we’re in.

This is a mostly remote role with 1-2 days per month in the office in London.

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Senior Tech Recruitment Manager

Manchester | £40K-£65K (DOE) + Commission

Are you an experienced Tech Recruiter looking for your next leadership opportunity? Do you thrive in a 360° billing management role , leading high-performing teams while still being hands-on?

We’re hiring a Senior Tech Recruitment Manager for a dynamic, fast-growing recruitment agency. Whether you’ve managed one or two people or have experience leading larger teams , this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a growing tech division.

The Role

You'll be stepping into a key position within the Tech Division , focusing on software development, cyber security, data engineering, SaaS sales, and emerging technologies across the UK & Europe . This is a billing leadership role where you'll:

Run & grow a high-performing tech recruitment team

Drive new business forward while nurturing existing client relationships

Mentor & develop team members through 1-2-1s and internal training

Be a key voice in leadership meetings , contributing to company-wide strategy

Stay hands-on in recruitment , leading by example

What We’re Looking For

Tech recruitment experience – ideally within software, cyber, or data

Leadership experience – managed at least 1-2 recruiters before, or larger teams

360° recruitment & BD skills – a hands-on approach is key

Comfortable in a fast-growing, ambitious environment

Someone from a larger business looking to step into a broader leadership role

A natural mentor who thrives on developing internal talent

Why Join?

Job Title: Deputy Director - Recruitment & Outreach

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £48,822 - £56,535 per annum - SS9

Job type: Fixed term up to 12 months, full time

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role:

The Deputy Director of Recruitment and Outreach will be joining a growing and ambitious team, playing an important role in contributing to the development of the university's student recruitment strategy and ambitious plans for growth.

The successful candidate will lead on our UK recruitment campaigns and manage the day to day operations of the UCB recruitment teams including: student recruitment, outreach and events. They will work proactively with the academic departments as well as marketing and admissions teams to drive applications on to our courses from a diverse range of students.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave ul>
• 29 days' paid leave per year
• 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 21stSeptember 2025.

Interview Date - TBC.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Director, Education Director, Quality Director, University Director, Recruitment Director, Director of Recruitment, Outreach Director, Director of Outreach, Education Director, Further Education Director, will also be considered for this role.

MANAGING CONSULTANT / ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE

35,000 TO 50,000 BASIC + UNCAPPED OTE (c. 70,000 TO 90,000+)

ENHANCED BENEFITS + CLEAR PROGRESSION PATH

THE COMPANY:

Get Recruited is a well-established, high-performing multi-sector recruitment agency based in Manchester. Our team is made up of specialist recruiters across verticals including Insurance, Sales, Marketing, Accountancy & Finance, and Commercial.

As part of our growth, we're hiring a Managing Consultant / Associate Director to lead a multi-skilled team while personally specialising in Sales, Marketing or Accountancy & Finance Recruitment.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

This is a senior leadership role for a billing recruitment leader who can drive their own desk while managing and developing a team of niche recruiters.

You'll own your market in the North West, lead by example with consistent billing, and coach the team through 1:1s, PDPs, and performance support.

With uncapped commission, hybrid working, and real autonomy, it's a standout opportunity for someone ready to take the next step.

THE MANAGING CONSULTANT / ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR ROLE:

• Take ownership of your own existing recruitment specialism (Sales, Marketing or Accountancy & Finance)
• Win and develop new client relationships across the North West region
• Manage and grow a multi-skilled recruitment team, each with their own specialism
• Lead from the front with consistent personal billing and business development
• Build a strong enough client base to support a dedicated Resourcer in your vertical
• Deliver 1:1s, coaching, personal development plans, and drive team performance
• Collaborate with the Directors on team strategy, structure, and scaling
• Help shape a positive, performance-led, and collaborative team culture

THE PERSON:

• Proven success in Professional Services recruitment within an agency environment, with current experience of specialising in Sales Recruitment, Marketing Recruitment, Commercial Recruitment or Accountancy & Finance Recruitment (essential). Other areas of professional services recruitment will be considered with a robust business plan and in-depth market expertise.
• Experience placing permanent candidates within your specialism
• Strong track record of winning new business and building client relationships
• Previous leadership experience (e.g. Senior Recruitment Consultant, Branch Manager, Team Leader, Managing Consultant or Principal Consultant)
• Confident managing a team of recruiters in different specialisms
• A natural coach and mentor, with the ability to drive performance and growth
• Highly driven, commercially minded, and passionate about recruitment
• Confident around modern recruitment technology

TO APPLY:

If you're an experienced agency recruiter ready to step into a senior leadership role with autonomy, progression and high earning potential, send your CV via the advert for immediate consideration.

Get Recruited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

MANAGING CONSULTANT / ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE

35,000 TO 50,000 BASIC + UNCAPPED OTE (c. 70,000 TO 90,000+)

ENHANCED BENEFITS + CLEAR PROGRESSION PATH

THE COMPANY:

Get Recruited is a well-established, high-performing multi-sector recruitment agency based in Manchester. Our team is made up of specialist recruiters across verticals including Insurance, Sales, Marketing, Accountancy & Finance, and Commercial.

As part of our growth, we're hiring a Managing Consultant / Associate Director to lead a multi-skilled team while personally specialising in Sales, Marketing or Accountancy & Finance Recruitment.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

This is a senior leadership role for a billing recruitment leader who can drive their own desk while managing and developing a team of niche recruiters.

You'll own your market in the North West, lead by example with consistent billing, and coach the team through 1:1s, PDPs, and performance support.

With uncapped commission, hybrid working, and real autonomy, it's a standout opportunity for someone ready to take the next step.

THE MANAGING CONSULTANT / ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR ROLE:

• Take ownership of your own existing recruitment specialism (Sales, Marketing or Accountancy & Finance)
• Win and develop new client relationships across the North West region
• Manage and grow a multi-skilled recruitment team, each with their own specialism
• Lead from the front with consistent personal billing and business development
• Build a strong enough client base to support a dedicated Resourcer in your vertical
• Deliver 1:1s, coaching, personal development plans, and drive team performance
• Collaborate with the Directors on team strategy, structure, and scaling
• Help shape a positive, performance-led, and collaborative team culture

THE PERSON:

• Proven success in Professional Services recruitment within an agency environment, with current experience of specialising in Sales Recruitment, Marketing Recruitment, Commercial Recruitment or Accountancy & Finance Recruitment (essential). Other areas of professional services recruitment will be considered with a robust business plan and in-depth market expertise.
• Experience placing permanent candidates within your specialism
• Strong track record of winning new business and building client relationships
• Previous leadership experience (e.g. Senior Recruitment Consultant, Branch Manager, Team Leader, Managing Consultant or Principal Consultant)
• Confident managing a team of recruiters in different specialisms
• A natural coach and mentor, with the ability to drive performance and growth
• Highly driven, commercially minded, and passionate about recruitment
• Confident around modern recruitment technology

TO APPLY:

If you're an experienced agency recruiter ready to step into a senior leadership role with autonomy, progression and high earning potential, send your CV via the advert for immediate consideration.

Get Recruited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

• Developing and implementing innovative recruitment strategies to meet current and future talent needs.
• Leading, mentoring, and managing the recruitment team to achieve departmental goals.
• Overseeing the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and onboarding.
• Collaborating closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing requirements and develop effective sourcing plans.
• Managing candidate pipelines and ensuring a positive and engaging candidate experience.
• Developing and implementing employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
• Utilizing recruitment technology, ATS, and social media platforms effectively.
• Analyzing recruitment metrics and KPIs to measure performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Managing the recruitment budget and ensuring cost-effective hiring practices.
• Staying informed about market trends, competitor activity, and best practices in talent acquisition.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Negotiating offers and facilitating the onboarding process for new hires.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in recruitment, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven success in developing and implementing strategic recruitment plans.
• Strong understanding of various recruitment methodologies and sourcing channels.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Data-driven approach to recruitment, with strong analytical skills.
• Experience in talent pipelining and employer branding.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent is advantageous.
• Familiarity with the recruitment consultancy sector is a plus.

A higher education organisation are looking for an Interim Head of Recruitment for an initial 6 month role. The role offers hybrid working and is based in London.

Client Details

Higher Education Organisation

Based in London

Description

A Interim Head of Recruitment to:

- Line manage a small recruitment team

- Lead on improving team performance and partnering with the wider business

- Attend Senior Management Meetings

- Develop improvements in the recruitment function and team capability

- Report on metrics and ensure SLA's are met

- Provide advice and guidance to the recruitment team, including setting key KPI's and SLA's

- Support on the implementation of a new ATS

- Develop a high performance culture and collaboration

- Provide strategic and operational insight into the recruitment function

- Provide process improvement and efficiency's

- Ensure effective talent pipeline and workforce planning

- Support on executive recruitment hires

- Manage agency relationships and develop new partnerships where necessary

Profile

An Interim Head of Recruitment with:

- Previous line management experience, setting KPI's and SLA's

- Previous ATS Implementation experience desirable

- Open to sector background

- Commercial mindset

Job Offer

Interim Head of Recruitment

6 month FTC with the potential to go permanent

Up to 80k per annum dependent on experience

Hybrid working, based in London

A higher education organisation are looking for an Interim Head of Recruitment for an initial 6 month role. The role offers hybrid working and is based in London.

Client Details

Higher Education Organisation

Based in London

Description

A Interim Head of Recruitment to:

- Line manage a small recruitment team

- Lead on improving team performance and partnering with the wider business

- Attend Senior Management Meetings

- Develop improvements in the recruitment function and team capability

- Report on metrics and ensure SLA's are met

- Provide advice and guidance to the recruitment team, including setting key KPI's and SLA's

- Support on the implementation of a new ATS

- Develop a high performance culture and collaboration

- Provide strategic and operational insight into the recruitment function

- Provide process improvement and efficiency's

- Ensure effective talent pipeline and workforce planning

- Support on executive recruitment hires

- Manage agency relationships and develop new partnerships where necessary

Profile

An Interim Head of Recruitment with:

- Previous line management experience, setting KPI's and SLA's

- Previous ATS Implementation experience desirable

- Open to sector background

- Commercial mindset

Job Offer

Interim Head of Recruitment

6 month FTC with the potential to go permanent

Up to 80k per annum dependent on experience

Hybrid working, based in London