Talent Acquisition Partner

Role purpose

Bridges is currently hiring for a Talent Acquisition Partner to join the business on a full-time and permanent basis. We're looking for someone to hit the ground running, taking ownership of the recruitment function.

You will be working on generalist and specialist positions for all business functions across all regions. You will be responsible for liaising with all hiring managers across the business, taking full 360 ownership of the hiring process.

You will have a core responsibility to take ownership of the subcontractor and recruitment agency process and relationships.

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

The role

Contracted to 40hrs per week.

Working Monday to Friday, on a hybrid model, 3 days in the office, and 2 days at home. With flexible working available.

Essential experience

• Working in Recruitment/Talent Acquisition

• ATS management (Workable is preferred)
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Recruiting for engineering vacancies
• Direct sourcing using tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter
• Knowledge of IR35.

Preferred

• Experience in hiring for niche and skills-short positions (preferably in the water industry)
• Contractor management
• Recruiting for permanent and contract/temporary positions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.

We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay.

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.