Talent Partner in Poole

About Sunseeker International

Sunseeker was founded on a bold vision: to create a new kind of yacht and redefine what was possible on the water. From our earliest designs in 1967, we’ve pushed boundaries and reshaped the motor yacht industry through innovation, craftsmanship and relentless ambition. At the heart of every Sunseeker lies a legacy of expert hands and meticulous attention to detail, skills refined and passed down through generations. These are the qualities that set our yachts apart - and the qualities that continue to drive our craft today. In a world increasingly defined by automation, we remain committed to building handcrafted, handfinished boats. With over 1,800 talented team members across our busy shipyards - from longserving specialists to more than 180 apprentices - our Sunseeker workforce reflects the strength, diversity and pride of our local community. It’s this blend of heritage, skill and passion that makes our shipyards unlike any other place in the world.

Who We Are Seeking

We’re looking for a confident, motivated and peoplefocused Talent Partner to join our Talent Acquisition Team at Sunseeker International. You’ll be someone who naturally builds strong relationships, communicates with clarity and influence and thrives in a fastpaced environment where high standards and attention to detail are essential. You will have experience in recruitment or other customerfacing role, a solid understanding of key employment legislation and a genuine passion for delivering an exceptional candidate and stakeholder experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key part in shaping the future of our workforce as we continue to grow and enter an exciting new era of innovation and craftsmanship.

A Day in the Life

No two days in this role are the same. As a Talent Partner, you’ll work closely with hiring managers across all functions, supporting them to attract, assess and hire outstanding talent. Your day may include:

• running briefing sessions with hiring managers
• screening candidates and coordinating interviews
• partnering with agencies and external stakeholders
• managing candidate communication throughout the journey
• supporting improvements to our employer brand
• helping to shape and deliver our onboarding framework

You’ll be a trusted advisor, a proactive problem-solver and someone who champions a smooth, positive, engaging experience for every candidate who joins Sunseeker.

Example Responsibilities Include

• Delivering recruitment activity in line with strategic workforce plans and approved budgets
• Coordinating interviews, assessments and selection activities with key stakeholders
• Managing compliant screening processes, including Right to Work, Equality Act, and GDPR requirements
• Administering and improving candidate attraction channels across online, social media, events, and agency partners
• Acting as an employer brand ambassador, ensuring a consistent and professional candidate experience
• Developing and coordinating onboarding processes to support successful integration for new starters

To Be Considered for This Role You Should

• Have proven experience in recruitment or other customer-focused environment
• Possess a good working knowledge of relevant legislation (Equality Act, GDPR, Right to Work, etc.)
• Be an effective, eloquent communicator in person and over the phone
• Be proficient in MS Office and confident with IT systems
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and resilience under pressure
• Bring proactive thinking, ownership and a desire to continuously improve processes and outcomes

Sunseeker employees benefit from

With 7 miles of golden sandy beaches, flanked on both sides by the New Forest National Park and the Jurassic Coast line, working in Poole for a genuinely premiere international brand offers an enviable opportunity to truly live the dream. All the usual benefits you would expect from a sophisticated manufacturing organisation are available, including:

• A generous company pension scheme - 6% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance, including baby bonus and Digital GP (after 2 years)
• Dental insurance (after 2 years)
• Annual leave increases with continued service
• Health Assured EAP
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Death in service scheme (£)
• Employee discounts with a wide range of third party businesses (up to 30% off)