Talent & Recruitment Business Partner

Venn Group; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Talent & Recruitment Business Partner to oversee the full lifecycle of temporary agency recruitment in a public sector environment. This pivotal role is focused on delivering efficient staffing solutions and enhancing workforce stability through strategic initiatives and compliance management. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of temporary staffing regulations, local government recruitment experience, and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively. If you are passionate about driving recruitment efficiency and compliance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of AWR and IR35 regulations.
• Proven experience in local government recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for agency workers effectively.
• Drive initiatives to convert temporary workers to permanent roles.

Skills

Temporary Staffing Regulations

Local Government Recruitment

Vendor Management

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Job description

Talent & Recruitment Business Partner

Location: West Midlands Based
Duration: 12-month contract
Start date: ASAP
Rate: £22.73 per hour (Inside IR35, umbrella)

Venn Group are supporting in the recruitment of an interim Talent & Recruitment Business Partner to manage the full lifecycle of temporary agency recruitment within a public sector setting. This role is central to delivering efficient staffing solutions and driving long-term workforce stability through effective conversion and compliance strategies.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage end-to-end recruitment for agency workers, ensuring timely, cost-effective placements
• Drive strategic initiatives to convert temporary workers into permanent roles
• Collaborate with hiring managers, HR, procurement, and MSPs to ensure alignment with workforce plans
• Monitor compliance with AWR, IR35, and employment legislation
• Reduce off-contract spend and enhance vendor performance through strong MSP management
• Implement contract management best practices and ensure effective SLA/KPI oversight
• Track recruitment data and workforce trends to inform strategic decisions
• Deliver guidance on temporary staffing best practice and regulatory requirements
• Address recruitment challenges in high-demand or hard-to-fill areas

Key Requirements:
• Strong understanding of temporary staffing regulations (AWR, IR35, etc.)
• Proven local government recruitment experience
• Experience managing MSPs and vendor relationships
• Demonstrated success reducing off-contract spend and improving hiring efficiency
• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing capabilities

If this role interests you, we would love to hear from you!