Talent Manager (Recruitment and Reward)

Regional HR Manager (North) opportunity available working for a leading retail organisation. Reporting directly to the Senior HR Manager (UK), the HR Manager will partner with the Brand Leaders/ Regional Coaches/Regional Managers and area/district teams to deliver impactful people strategies that drive performance, engagement, and cultural alignment with both brand specific and wider Company goals. The role will also support with brand led people initiatives as appropriate. The role is field based requiring regular travel (60-70%) across all relevant brand sites, predominantly across Leeds and Manchester and the North. The role: HR Leadership & Business Partnership • Provide customer-focused HR leadership and advice, acting as a trusted business partner to Brand Leaders, Regional Coaches and Operations Teams to support business strategy and brand-led people initiatives. • Build strong, credible relationships with site managers, area operational teams, and support office colleagues, influencing business direction through effective HR initiatives. • Maintain a consistent and structured presence across sites to ensure alignment between HR practices and operational needs. People Strategy & Projects • Lead and deliver innovative and effective HR projects that support the business and brands goals while enhancing the employee experience. • Drive continuous improvement in HR delivery, identifying opportunities in areas such as apprenticeship development, onboarding efficiency, and process automation. Talent Management & Workforce Planning • Own the recruitment process for designated sites (with administrative support), ensuring a seamless candidate experience and strong hiring outcomes. • Support managers in recruitment best practices, workforce planning, and bench planning to meet current and future business needs. • Coach and develop line managers to build leadership capability and confidence in managing people effectively. Employee Relations & Compliance • Provide expert guidance to managers on people matters, employment law, HR policies, and procedures to ensure values-led and legally compliant decision-making. • Oversee all Employee Relations (ER) matters including disciplinary and appeal hearings, employment tribunals, store closures, and TUPE processes. • Manage Employee Relations in line with outsourced HR advisory support service level agreement to ensure compliance, responsiveness, and alignment with company standards. • Proactively manage short- and long-term absence, reviewing KPIs, assessing impact and costs, and proposing appropriate interventions. • Conduct trend analysis on ER issues to identify root causes and recommend solutions for improvement. Performance, Engagement & Culture • Take ownership of the full employee lifecycle, including pay reviews and performance management, while continuously seeking process improvements. • Champion a positive workplace culture that fosters engagement, inclusion, and high performance. • Analyse and report on regional HR KPIs, including turnover, sickness absence, retention, and engagement trends, providing insights. This role offers a competitive salary package paying £45k-60k DOE plus company car or car allowance plus excellent additional Benefits.

Internal Recruitment Advisor Remote/Hybrid - UK Wide Part Time | 18 Hours Per Week Across 3 Days (potential to flex on this if more hours are required) Initial 3-Month Contract with potential to be extended We are currently recruiting for an experienced Internal Recruitment Advisor to support a busy and collaborative HR function within a national organisation. This is working for a really popular employer who have a very supportive and collaborative culture. The manager is really flexible and the role is perfect for someone looking for a great work/life balance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recruitment professional who enjoys managing end-to-end recruitment, building strong relationships with hiring managers, and delivering an excellent candidate experience. Key Responsibilities Managing experienced hire recruitment activity from attraction through to onboarding Partnering with hiring managers to provide recruitment advice and guidance Creating engaging recruitment adverts and attraction campaigns Supporting recruitment marketing and social media activity Advising on assessment and selection processes Managing high-volume recruitment activity with excellent attention to detail Supporting continuous improvement across recruitment processes and candidate experience Working with ATS and recruitment systems to manage workflows and reporting About You We’re keen to hear from candidates who have: Previous internal recruitment or talent acquisition experience Experience managing recruitment campaigns end-to-end Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Experience working with ATS/recruitment systems Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills Confidence working within fast-paced recruitment environments Experience creating engaging recruitment content or social media activity would be advantageous Additional Information Start Date: 29th June 2026 Interviews: 18th June 2026 Closing Date: Monday 15th June This role can be worked remotely or on a hybrid basis and is open to candidates across the UK. They have an office in Swindon, which is where many of your stakeholders and team members will be based. If you’re interested in hearing more, please apply today with your updated CV.

🌟 Internal Recruitment Adviser 📍 Remote (UK) or Hybrid (Swindon) 🕒 Part-time – 18 hrs (3 days) 💰 Up to £19.46 per hour 📅 Start: 29 June | 3-month contract at present 📅 Interviews: 18 June The Role We’re supporting a national public sector organisation to find an experienced Internal Recruitment Adviser to manage high-volume, end-to-end recruitment. You’ll partner with hiring managers, deliver engaging attraction strategies, and ensure an excellent candidate experience. Key Responsibilities Manage recruitment from attraction to onboarding Advise and influence hiring managers Create compelling adverts and campaigns Use ATS data to improve processes Support assessments, selection, and onboarding About You Strong recruitment experience (adviser level) Proven high-volume hiring background ATS / recruitment systems experience Excellent stakeholder and communication skills High attention to detail Why Apply? ✔ Flexible working ✔ Fast-paced, impactful role ✔ Supportive team environment 👉 Apply now to be considered for interview on 18 June.

Temporary People Administrator Location: Darlington (Fully on-site) Hours: Monday – Friday, Full time Contract: Temporary (July – August) Salary: £15.00 per hour (REED PAYE) We are delighted to be supporting a busy and fast-paced well-established organisation as they look to appoint a Temporary People Administrator to join their People team over the summer period. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a hands-on HR support role, providing essential administrative assistance during a peak period. Working closely with the wider People function, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of HR processes, maintaining accurate records, and supporting key administrative activities across the employee lifecycle. This position would suit a highly organised and reliable individual who thrives in a fast-moving environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work. The Role As Temporary People Administrator, you will provide efficient and reliable administrative support across the HR function. Key responsibilities include: Providing general administrative support across the People/HR team Supporting absence management processes, including tracking, monitoring, and maintaining accurate documentation Preparing and issuing standard HR correspondence and letters Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records (electronic and manual filing systems) Assisting with data entry and updating HR systems Supporting the wider team with ad hoc administrative tasks as required About You We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can manage a varied workload and maintain high levels of accuracy. You will bring: Previous experience within an HR or administrative role (preferred) Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion Good written communication skills, with experience drafting correspondence desirable Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) What You Will Bring A reliable, proactive approach with the ability to work independently Strong time management and prioritisation skills A flexible and hands-on attitude A collaborative mindset and willingness to support team objectives Confidence working in a fast-paced distribution or operational environment If you are immediately available and looking for a short-term opportunity to gain valuable experience within a busy HR function, we would love to hear from you.

Recruitment Administrator (Temporary) 📍 Bath (Hybrid) 37.5 hours per week 💷 £13.31 per hour ⏳ Ongoing temporary role We’re currently recruiting for a Recruitment Administrator to join a busy and supportive team based in Bath. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong admin skills looking to gain or build on experience within recruitment. Key responsibilities: Posting job adverts across multiple platforms Screening and shortlisting applications Presenting suitable candidates to hiring managers Arranging and coordinating interviews Updating and tracking candidates on the internal system About you: Previous admin or recruitment experience preferred Highly organised with strong attention to detail Confident communicator with good IT skills Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment What’s on offer: Hybrid working Immediate start Friendly team environment Competitive hourly rate Apply now to be considered for this fantastic opportunity!

HR Administrator (Temporary) Location: Newcastle – Office-based 4 days a week, 1 day a week from home Hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday Contract: Temporary (with potential to become permanent) Salary: £15.20 per hour REED PAYE We are pleased to be supporting a well-established organisation as they seek an experienced HR Administrator to join their Newcastle-based team during a period of structural change. This is a key support role within a high-touch HR function, with the potential to develop into a permanent opportunity. Working within a collaborative HR team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day HR administration, maintaining accurate systems, and supporting improved processes across the employee lifecycle. This opportunity is ideal for an organised and detail-focused HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys delivering high-quality administrative support. The Role As HR Administrator, you will provide efficient and accurate administrative support across a broad range of HR activities. Key responsibilities include: Managing the HR inbox, responding to administrative queries and escalating more complex matters to HR Advisors or Business Partners Maintaining and updating employee data within the HRIS, ensuring accuracy for reporting and payroll purposes Supporting the ongoing management and optimisation of HR systems (experience with HRIS platforms is essential; CIPHR experience would be highly advantageous) Organising and restructuring the People SharePoint, including personnel files, archiving, and ensuring a clear and logical document structure Administering employee benefits, including processing starters and leavers and maintaining accurate scheme records Supporting general HR administration across the employee lifecycle You will support a group population of approximately 210 employees, contributing to a function that is working to enhance automation and enable greater manager and employee self-service. About You We are looking for a proactive and reliable HR Administrator who is confident managing multiple priorities and maintaining high standards of accuracy. You will bring: Previous experience in an HR Administration role Strong experience using HR systems (HRIS); CIPHR knowledge would be an advantage Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Confidence managing high-volume administrative tasks Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team A proactive approach and willingness to support process improvements What You Will Bring A structured and detail-oriented approach to work Strong time management and the ability to prioritise effectively A commitment to maintaining accurate, compliant, and up-to-date HR records A team-focused mindset with a flexible and hands-on attitude A passion for delivering efficient and high-quality HR support If you are an experienced HR Administrator looking for a varied temporary role within a well-established organisation, with the potential for longer-term opportunity, we would love to hear from you!

I am working with a High growth PE backed tech business based in London who are looking to double in size by 2027, due to this growth they are looking to recruit a Director of Talent Acquisition to support the business growth. Reporting to the HRD, The Director of Talent Acquisition is accountable for designing and executing the company’s talent acquisition strategy to attract, engage, and hire top talent across EMEA & APAC. A full time permanent role with a salary of up to £90K with a bonus of 10% Deliver and continuously improve core recruitment processes, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, and onboarding. Support the delivery of the functional Talent Acquisition Process & Technology roadmap to meet business requirements. Drive the execution of annual and ad-hoc hiring cycles, partnering with relevant functional owners. Mature and grow service delivery models, including shared services, recruitment automation, AI enablement, and tiered support structures. Lead cross-border recruitment integration efforts for M&A, new country entries, and organizational restructures. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, customer orientation, and data-driven decision making in recruitment. Lead and develop a team of Talent Acquisition professionals, with clear accountability across recruiter delivery, sourcing, employer branding, recruitment operations, and reporting Set team capacity, operating model, and resource allocation across internal delivery and external agency partners to ensure effective coverage of business-critical hiring needs. Act as a key member of the People Leadership Team, partnering closely with People Operations, Talent & Growth, and Business Partnering functions. Lead change and transformation initiatives in recruitment, ensuring operational readiness and scalability across talent acquisition platforms, processes, and service models. Coach, performance manage, and develop the team through measurable objectives, regular calibration, and clear expectations on candidate experience, stakeholder partnership, and hiring outcomes. Input MI and support the global ATS (Applicant Tracking System) strategy, enabling data integrity, system integration, and user experience excellence. Lead training and support for HR, Hiring Manager, and Candidate user groups to ensure a positive recruitment experience and data quality. PERSON SPECIFICATION Leadership experience in Talent Acquisition / Recruitment Leadership, preferably within matrixed/international organizations for the Software / SaaS sectors or high growth businesses Experience leading recruitment teams and delivering operational maturity and process optimization. Experience across recruiting in the tech space ideally UK and EMEA Strong analytical capability and commercial acumen; comfortable using data to drive decisions. Demonstrated ability to lead professional teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and drive change. Awareness of employment compliance, data privacy, and recruitment governance across multiple jurisdictions. Strong change management, project and program management capabilities. Experience working in a fast-paced, fast-changing, fast-growth environment. Advanced experience in ATS and recruitment analytics tools (e.g., PinPoint, LinkedIn Talent Insights). In addition to English, a proficiency in one or more of the following languages would be desirable but is not essential; French, German, Polish.

Employee Relations (ER) Advisor – Immediate Start (3-Month Contract) Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 pro rata Contract: 3 months (potential extension) Hours: Full-time or part-time considered The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and confident ER Advisor to join our HR team on a short-term basis, providing essential support during a period of organisational change. Reporting to the HR Manager, you will play a key role in managing a busy ER caseload while also contributing to wider HR and project coordination activity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can hit the ground running, work autonomously, and bring strong practical ER expertise into a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of approximately 20 Employee Relations cases, including: Absence management Probations Performance management (including PIPs) Grievances Disciplinary matters, including gross misconduct Provide hands-on support and guidance to managers, many of whom require coaching and upskilling in people management Support and advise on performance-related issues, a key focus area within the business Assist in preparation for an upcoming TUPE transfer Work closely with the HR Manager, supporting elements of an ongoing change management project Contribute to HR coordination and administrative tasks where required About You We are looking for someone who: Has strong, proven experience in Employee Relations Is confident managing complex and sensitive cases independently Is comfortable working with and coaching inexperienced managers, helping them build capability Has experience supporting performance management processes at all levels Brings excellent organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities Is pragmatic, proactive, and able to quickly build credibility within a business Ideally has exposure to TUPE processes and change environments The Environment Organisation size: approx. 140 employees Current ER landscape includes: High volume of performance and probation-related issues Multiple grievances within teams Ongoing disciplinary cases A real opportunity to make an impact by bringing structure, guidance, and confidence to people management practices Why Join? Flexible working (full or part-time considered) Opportunity to make an immediate and visible impact Potential for contract extension Collaborative HR team with scope to influence change If you’re an experienced ER professional who thrives in a hands-on, fast-moving environment and enjoys building manager capability, we’d love to hear from you. For more information about the client or the role please do call the Norwich office of Reed and ask for Andrea Makings or Maxine Ettridge Please also request Andrea or Maxine on Linkedin

Employee Relations (ER) Advisor – Immediate Start (3-Month Contract) Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 pro rata Contract: 3 months (potential extension) Hours: Full-time or part-time considered The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and confident ER Advisor to join our HR team on a short-term basis, providing essential support during a period of organisational change. Reporting to the HR Manager, you will play a key role in managing a busy ER caseload while also contributing to wider HR and project coordination activity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can hit the ground running, work autonomously, and bring strong practical ER expertise into a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of approximately 20 Employee Relations cases, including: Absence management Probations Performance management (including PIPs) Grievances Disciplinary matters, including gross misconduct Provide hands-on support and guidance to managers, many of whom require coaching and upskilling in people management Support and advise on performance-related issues, a key focus area within the business Assist in preparation for an upcoming TUPE transfer Work closely with the HR Manager, supporting elements of an ongoing change management project Contribute to HR coordination and administrative tasks where required About You We are looking for someone who: Has strong, proven experience in Employee Relations Is confident managing complex and sensitive cases independently Is comfortable working with and coaching inexperienced managers, helping them build capability Has experience supporting performance management processes at all levels Brings excellent organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities Is pragmatic, proactive, and able to quickly build credibility within a business Ideally has exposure to TUPE processes and change environments The Environment Organisation size: approx. 140 employees Current ER landscape includes: High volume of performance and probation-related issues Multiple grievances within teams Ongoing disciplinary cases A real opportunity to make an impact by bringing structure, guidance, and confidence to people management practices Why Join? Flexible working (full or part-time considered) Opportunity to make an immediate and visible impact Potential for contract extension Collaborative HR team with scope to influence change If you’re an experienced ER professional who thrives in a hands-on, fast-moving environment and enjoys building manager capability, we’d love to hear from you. For more information about the client or the role please do call the Norwich office of Reed and ask for Andrea Makings or Maxine Ettridge Please also request Andrea or Maxine on Linkedin

Employee Relations (ER) Advisor – Immediate Start (3-Month Contract) Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 pro rata Contract: 3 months (potential extension) Hours: Full-time or part-time considered The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and confident ER Advisor to join our HR team on a short-term basis, providing essential support during a period of organisational change. Reporting to the HR Manager, you will play a key role in managing a busy ER caseload while also contributing to wider HR and project coordination activity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can hit the ground running, work autonomously, and bring strong practical ER expertise into a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of approximately 20 Employee Relations cases, including: Absence management Probations Performance management (including PIPs) Grievances Disciplinary matters, including gross misconduct Provide hands-on support and guidance to managers, many of whom require coaching and upskilling in people management Support and advise on performance-related issues, a key focus area within the business Assist in preparation for an upcoming TUPE transfer Work closely with the HR Manager, supporting elements of an ongoing change management project Contribute to HR coordination and administrative tasks where required About You We are looking for someone who: Has strong, proven experience in Employee Relations Is confident managing complex and sensitive cases independently Is comfortable working with and coaching inexperienced managers, helping them build capability Has experience supporting performance management processes at all levels Brings excellent organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities Is pragmatic, proactive, and able to quickly build credibility within a business Ideally has exposure to TUPE processes and change environments The Environment Organisation size: approx. 140 employees Current ER landscape includes: High volume of performance and probation-related issues Multiple grievances within teams Ongoing disciplinary cases A real opportunity to make an impact by bringing structure, guidance, and confidence to people management practices Why Join? Flexible working (full or part-time considered) Opportunity to make an immediate and visible impact Potential for contract extension Collaborative HR team with scope to influence change If you’re an experienced ER professional who thrives in a hands-on, fast-moving environment and enjoys building manager capability, we’d love to hear from you. For more information about the client or the role please do call the Norwich office of Reed and ask for Andrea Makings or Maxine Ettridge Please also request Andrea or Maxine on Linkedin