Recruitment Business Partner - FTC 12 months

Adler & Allan are looking for an outstanding Recruitment Business Partner to join the team on a 12‑month fixed term contract, partnering closely with Aqua Consultants and Professional Services functions.

This role is focused on the attraction and delivery of high‑quality, specialist, engineering and consultancy talent. You will operate as a true partner to the business, shaping hiring strategy, influencing stakeholders, and delivering recruitment solutions in a competitive and technically complex market.

We need someone really good – experienced, credible, and confident operating in engineering‑led environments.

• Act as the Recruitment Business Partner to Aqua Consultants and Professional Services leaders
• Own end‑to‑end recruitment for specialist roles including engineers, consultants and professional services professionals
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, providing trusted advice and challenge where needed
• Develop proactive sourcing strategies, including market mapping and talent pipelining for niche skillsets
• Bring insight into the engineering and environmental consultancy market, including talent availability and trends
• Drive direct hiring approaches and reduce reliance on agencies where appropriate
• Ensure a high‑quality candidate experience that reflects Adler & Allan’s values and brand
• Manage priorities across multiple roles while maintaining quality and pace

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Business Partner or Senior TA Partner (in‑house or embedded)
• Strong knowledge of engineering, environmental, infrastructure or professional services roles
• Demonstrable success recruiting specialist, hard‑to‑fill technical positions
• Confidence working with senior technical stakeholders and business leaders
• A consultative approach – able to influence, advise and challenge constructively
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, evolving business environment
• A hands‑on recruiter who enjoys getting into the detail of complex roles

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.