Talent Acquisition Consultant-6 Month Fixed Term Contract in Leeds

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a visible role in shaping and scaling our business, recruiting talented people who will deliver some of the UK's most impactful Infrastructure and Building projects spanning Transport, Rail, Road, Water, Energy and Environmental sectors.

You’ll work closely with hiring managers as a trusted talent acquisition partner, alongside the wider UK Talent Acquisition Team, helping to grow teams, build future capability, and strengthen our presence in the UK. You will thrive in this role if you enjoy search, storytelling, influencing and problem‑solving, not just filling vacancies.

A Little More About Your Role

• Partner with the WSP leadership teams to understand growth priorities and translate them into smart, future‑focused hiring plans.
• Lead the end‑to‑end recruitment lifecycle, owning roles from initial briefing through to offer and onboarding, with a strong focus on quality and candidate experience.
• Actively source, attract and engage engineers, environmental specialists and technical professionals from Assistant Engineer to Technical Director level, using LinkedIn Recruiter, market mapping, referrals and direct search.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for priority and hard‑to‑fill roles, ensuring we are well‑positioned ahead of future demand.
• Represent the business as an ambassador, clearly articulating career paths, project impact and our employee value proposition.
• Use data, insight and market intelligence to advise hiring managers, challenge thinking where needed and improve how we attract talent over time.
• Ensure recruitment activity is delivered efficiently using our recruitment system Oracle, with administration handled as part of a smooth, professional process rather than the focus of the role.

What We Would Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

• Significant recruitment experience within Transport, Rail, Road, Water, Energy or Environmental sectors.
• Experience working in‑house is preferred, though agency recruiters with relevant sector exposure and a consultative approach are very welcome.
• Excellent stakeholder management, confident influencing hiring managers and building trusted relationships.
• Expert using LinkedIn Recruiter with experience of ERP systems – Oracle preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to challenge, advise and present ideas clearly.
• Highly organised, delivery‑focused and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced growth environment.
• Strong systems and digital sourcing capability, with an interest in continuous improvement.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

What’s In It For You

• Work‑life balance: At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
• Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
• Flex your time: To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
• Your development: We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

EEO Statement: Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.