Recruitment Partner (12-month FTC)

Are you a proactive and inclusive full-cycle recruiter who would love to work in a fast-paced creative environment? If you are, we’re eager to connect with you! We are on the lookout for a Recruitment Partner for 12-months (until June 2026) who can find, inspire and secure top talent across Brand, Publishing Operations, HR & Technology partnering closely with both hiring managers and candidates. This role reports to the Head of Recruitment and is part of a wider team of five Recruiters, our Employer Brand Manager, Programmes and Outreach Advisor, and Recruitment Coordinator. The Role This is a busy and varied role; responsible for the entire recruitment lifecycle; from managing advertising campaigns, performing initial interviews & screening calls, championing our employer brand, and supporting our managers throughout the recruitment process. You will be responsible for engaging with a wide variety of mid to senior level talent and could be working on up to twenty roles at any one time. Delivering an excellent candidate experience whilst meeting tight deadlines is critical for the success of this role, and you’ll also get involved with direct headhunting where needed. It\’s important that you can confidently communicate with all stakeholders, develop effective recruiting strategies and nurture trusting relationships with potential hires and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Your responsibilities will encompass the entire recruitment spectrum, focusing on mid to senior level roles across a variety of our group functions, namely Brand, Publishing Operations, HR & Technology. In collaboration with hiring managers, build & execute recruitment plans & campaigns. Proactively lead the hiring process, from market insights and job briefings, through to candidate selection and offers. Proactively source qualified candidates through direct channels, where required agency partners, and other innovative sourcing methods to meet hiring needs. Conduct thorough screening and assessment of candidates as required. Advise on optimum selection processes based on the needs of the role. Promote the company\’s employer brand, values, culture, and showcase what makes us uniquely Penguin. What You Will Bring Proven full-cycle recruitment experience, ideally in an in-house context. Experience of direct sourcing managing multiple vacancies across business areas. Knowledge and experience in implementing inclusive hiring practices that enable us to hire top talent. A genuine care for and commitment to delivering a great candidate experience, ensuring every interaction is positive and professional. Client mindset – partnering is a huge focus, with an effective communication style and credibility as an influencer who can build close relationships. Flexibility of style and able to adjust to individual needs of different stakeholders. Outstanding efficiency and organisational skills, enabling you to juggle multiple roles and timelines with ease whilst maintaining meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. A track record of recruiting for a variety of roles, showcasing your ability to connect with a diverse range of candidates. Constructive questioning and influencing skills while maintaining collaborative relationships and constant dialogue with hiring managers. Team mindset – offering support, sharing expertise, and celebrating successes as a collective. Excellent ability to connect with others, inspiring trust and confidence through your words, actions and written communication. Preferred criteria: An understanding of IR35. Experience of data analysis to review recruitment activity and inform market mapping, headhunting and the appropriate recruitment approach for hard-to-fill or niche skillsets. Experience managing agency relationships and activity as a secondary model to direct recruitment activity. You’ll be right at the heart of our work to find and hire key talent for Penguin – this is a role with impact that will set you up for success as you further your career in Recruitment, Organisational Development, HR or wherever your plans take you. Application Instructions Please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the right candidate for the role by 11:59 pm on Sunday 27th April. Please ensure you include a cover letter, as it is a crucial part of our assessment process. The cover letter offers an opportunity to show how your experience and interests align with the role requirements. Typically, we expect the cover letter to be no more than one or two pages in length. Please note we are looking for someone to join the team as soon as possible, but we are also happy to accommodate a reasonable notice period for the right candidate. We anticipate a two-stage interview process which will include a virtual first-stage interview and in-person second stage interview. We are happy to discuss this further with you throughout the recruitment process. What you can expect from us: Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 depending on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits. Our people are the heart of our business, and we work hard to support a culture of responsibility and recognition. While our offices across the UK are places to connect, collaborate and celebrate with colleagues, we recognise that flexibility around where you work is just as important. This is a hybrid role, based in our offices in London, as there are activities and meetings that you will need to support in-person a minimum of 2 days per week. There may also be occasional travel required to our offices in Colchester. About Penguin We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of the word publisher. Here, you’ll work with a breadth of talent who all play their part to make each of our books a success. Together, we make books for everyone because a book can change anyone. The recruitment process As a Disability Confident Committed organisation, we offer interviews to candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria for the role, and opt-in on their application form. The essential criteria for this role are listed as part of the ‘What you’ll bring’ section. There may be times when the volume of applications means we cannot take all eligible candidates to interview. We encourage you to tell us about any reasonable adjustments you may need by emailing PRHCareersUK@penguinrandomhouse.co.uk. Remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Please note, we are not able to accept agency CVs for this role. Any CVs sent speculatively will not be eligible for a fee. Company: The Random House Group Limited Country: United Kingdom State/Region: London City: London Postal Code: SW117BW Job ID: 279374 #J-18808-Ljbffr