Recruiter

We are currently seeking an experienced Recruiter to join our team and lead our recruitment efforts across our Operational teams across the southern regions of our business. Collaborating closely with the Operations Managers, you’ll take ownership of roles from initial approval right through to offer. This is a fast-paced role, and you will drive recruiting initiatives and strategies, ensuring that we deliver a top candidate experience and build a robust talent pipeline for future projects. This is an exciting time to join JN Bentley as we head into the AMP cycle in the UK water sector and recruit for teams who deliver projects that make a real difference to local communities.

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £650 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

The Role Of a Recruiter Includes

• Continuously explore innovative recruitment strategies and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in attracting and selecting talent
• Source, attract, and engage qualified candidates through various channels
• Build strong relationships with candidates, hiring teams, and external stakeholders
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies tailored to the specific needs of our projects
• Make data-driven decisions and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand project requirements and align recruitment efforts accordingly
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records and documentation
  
  

What You’ll Need

• Previous experience as a Recruiter or Talent Acquisition Specialist, preferably within the construction, engineering, or water sector

Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and talent acquisition tools

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels

Proactive and results-oriented mindset, with a track record of meeting recruitment targets and deadlines

Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

The role will be based in Skipton with 3 days in the office and occasional UK travel to meet hiring managers.

What’s In It For You

Alongside our significant training and development investment and bespoke progression plan, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs.

To view our full range of benefits, please see the Bentley benefits brochure attached.