Key Facts

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Category: Partner

Full time

English

Hard Skills

Talent Acquisition Applicant Tracking Systems Full-Cycle Recruitment Business Negotiation Referral Marketing Job Analysis LinkedIn Recruiter Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) Stakeholder Communications Employee Onboarding +7 more

Other Skills

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Interviewing Skills
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Decision Making
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Creative Thinking
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Multitasking
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Time Management
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Teamwork
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Solutions Focused
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Self-Confidence
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Verbal Communication Skills

Roles & Responsibilities

Experience in an in-house or agency recruitment role managing end-to-end hiring and working to targets
Proven ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and influence with data and insight
Proven sourcing and headhunting experience using LinkedIn, job boards, and ATS systems
Strong screening, interviewing, and assessment skills with an evidence-based decision-making approach; excellent communication and negotiation abilities

Requirements:

Own end-to-end recruitment across multiple roles, including CV screening, initial/conversational interviews, and coordinating offers and onboarding
Collaborate with the recruitment team and Hiring Managers to meet targets and ensure a high-quality, timely candidate experience
Liaise with Hiring Managers through role sign-off meetings to ensure clear expectations and role understanding
Utilize the ATS to manage candidates, build a robust talent pool, craft compelling job adverts, and promote refer-a-friend and proactive recruitment strategies

Job description

Job Title: Recruitment Partner
Reports to: Head of Recruitment & Onboarding
Salary: £35,000 + bonus (OTE £40,000)
Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday shifts between 8am and 6pm)
Location: Bournemouth- Office Based

Ready to take ownership of the full recruitment lifecycle and play a leading role in who joins Protect Line?

If you’re an experienced recruitment professional looking for a role where you can manage end-to-end hiring, build strong relationships with Hiring Managers and shape every stage of the candidate journey, this could be the role for you.

At Protect Line, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud of a culture that balances the needs of our employees and the business with genuine care. We’re now looking for a Recruitment Partner to join our small but vibrant Recruitment team – someone who is passionate about finding great people, representing our brand in the market and leading the hiring process in partnership with managers.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys the variety of recruitment – from headhunting and advertising to interviewing and onboarding – and wants to have real ownership, visibility and impact.

Investing in Our People to Protect Yours - At Protect Line, we believe that investing in every employee provides a platform for opportunity and growth. Helping people become the best version of themselves is key to delivering an exceptional service that stands out for its authentic care and trust. We view protection as a promise for the future, focusing on keeping our promises, so you can keep yours.

Our Values:
Care, Collaborate, Dare, and Deliver aren’t just words on a wall—they guide our actions, define how we interact with each other, and shape the way we serve our customers.

The Role: What You’ll Be Doing
As a Recruitment Partner, you’ll own the end-to-end recruitment process across a range of roles, acting as a trusted support to hiring managers and a consistent, engaging point of contact for candidates.

You will:

Team Collaborator: Work closely with our team to recruit top talent, maintaining the perfect balance of quality and quantity
Target Chaser: Deliver against agreed recruitment targets and timelines, balancing great candidate experience with strong results
Hiring Manager Liaison: Conduct role sign off meetings with Hiring Managers to ensure clear expectations and a comprehensive understanding of the role.
Curious Conversationalist: Review CVs, engage in meaningful initial conversations, and conduct telephone interviews to create a dynamic candidate pipeline
Insightful Interviewer: Lead fluid, conversational in-person interviews, using probing questions to identify candidates who are the perfect fit for us
Talent Scout: Embark on headhunting missions across LinkedIn, job boards, and social media to discover exceptional candidates
Organisational Whiz: Master our ATS system, tracking candidates and expanding our talent pool with expertise.
Onboarding Specialist: Ensure new recruits feel welcome and ready for success by conducting offer meetings.
Creative Thinker: Support the team with inventive recruitment strategies, attracting candidates and keeping our pipeline thriving.
Content Specialist: Craft job adverts and descriptions that align with the company's voice.
Internal Ambassador: Promote our refer-a-friend scheme with enthusiasm and flair.

What Makes You Shine:

Experience in an in-house or agency recruitment role, managing end-to-end hiring and working to targets
A track record of building strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding their needs and influencing with data and insight
Proven experience in sourcing and headhunting – confident using tools like LinkedIn, job boards and ATS systems to proactively find and approach talent
Strong skills in screening, interviewing and assessing candidates, with a structured, evidence-based approach to decision-making
The ability to handle challenging conversations – including feedback, negotiations and managing expectations with both candidates and managers.
Excellent organisation and multi-tasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple vacancies and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Clear, confident communication skills – both written and verbal – able to represent Protect Line professionally and positively in the external market
Comfort working independently, taking ownership of vacancies and seeing them through to successful hire
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset, always looking for ways to improve candidate pipelines, processes and experience
A strong alignment with our values – Care, Collaborate, Dare, Deliver – and a genuine passion for finding and supporting great people

What We Offer?

Enhanced Family Leave: Generous maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy packages offer substantial support during those important life changes.
Flexible Time Off: Holiday entitlement raising on length of service as well as the opportunity to purchase additional leave or convert unused days into extra pay! Plus, take paid leave for appointments, emergencies, or any of life’s surprises
Celebrate Life: Enjoy extra paid days off for birthdays, weddings, new home purchases, and your child’s first birthday.
Professional Benefits Scheme: Tailored rewards for technical and professional support staff, including training allowances, desk support packages, wellbeing support and car allowances. It’s designed to support your growth, enhance your work environment, and acknowledge your vital contribution to Protect Line’s success.
Temporary Remote Working: Experience exciting opportunities to work from different locations, including abroad.
Paid Charity Work: Make a difference with our 'Day to Make a Difference' initiative, giving you one paid day off a year to engage in meaningful charity work.
Epic Company Events: Our Summer and Christmas parties are legendary—get ready to join the fun!
Sabbatical Opportunities: After 15 years of service, enjoy 4 weeks of paid leave to explore, learn, or recharge.
Refer & Earn: Bring a friend onboard and pocket £1,500 for each successful hire!
Perks Galore: From eye care vouchers to retailer discounts, enjoy a variety of benefits.
Secure Your Future: Benefit from our pension scheme, death in service benefits, and more

So come and join our extraordinary team of customer champions who are all about doing the right thing in every way imaginable. We don't settle for ordinary; we strive for extraordinary! So, if you're someone who loves turning good outcomes into incredible ones, then get ready for an exhilarating adventure with us!

At Protect Line, we believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion. We're proud to be a place where anyone with any background or experience can flourish. Come see for yourself and be part of something amazing!

Whilst we would love to be able to respond to every application we receive, it isn’t always possible due to the high volume we receive each day. If you have not heard from us within 7 working days, please assume that your application has not been successful.

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