Recruitment Manager

Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Ignition Driver Recruitment
Job Title: Recruitment ManagerLocation: HatfieldSalary: £35k p/aAdditional Earning: Performance BonusWorking Hours: Full-time hours – Monday to Friday with some on-call requiredIgnition Driver Recruitment is currently recruiting for a 360 Recruitment Contract Manager, to be based at our client site in Hatfield.Your own full UK driving licence is essential, as travel to client sites will be required. Contract Manager – Role & Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the site driver requirements
• Oversee the recruitment, on-boarding, and allocation of a pool of professional drivers
• Act as the primary point of contact, ensuring service levels and expectations are consistently met
• Ensure full compliance with transport regulations, driver hours, and legal requirements (e.g. Working Time Directive, Microlise and DVLA checks)
• Monitor and manage driver performance, attendance, and conduct, taking appropriate action when necessary
• Conduct regular client reviews and attend site meetings to maintain strong relationships and identify opportunities for improvement or growth
• Manage driver scheduling and rota planning to meet fluctuating client demands
• Support the recruitment team with forecasting needs and proactive driver pool development
• Ensure accurate record-keeping including contracts, time sheets, and compliance documentation
• Provide regular reports on KPIs, service delivery, and contract performance to internal stakeholders and clients
• Resolve issues and escalate where necessary to ensure service continuity and client satisfaction

Please note that whilst this role is mostly managing HGV drivers, there may be some requirement to deal with warehousing flex-employees also. This list is non-exhaustive and we require someone who is able to adapt within the role.Trainee Contract Manager – Working HoursThe role is Monday to Friday, and we are looking for someone who can meet the requirement for flexibility when it comes to working hours and days. It is a full-time role, therefore 37.5 hours a week standard, but there will be requirements during busier periods for longer working hours and potential weekend working. You will also be required to undertake an on-call facility, which will be pre-planned on a rotational basis. Contract Manager – Candidate Requirements To be considered for this role:

• You will have excellent interpersonal skills, experience of building and maintaining relationships internally and externally
• You must be able to work under your own initiative, as well as part of a larger team
• You should be confident with your own time management
• You will have a pragmatic approach to problem-solving
• You will understand the legal demands of working within the driving sector (such as WTD, HGV License requirements, Infringements etc)
• You will be able to demonstrate at least 12 months experience working in Recruitment within a transport environment.

Do you:

• Have demonstrable experience working within HGV driver recruitment?
• Have a passion for sales and business development?
• Have the ability to think on your feet?
• Have the capability to learn quickly?
• Have the drive and determination to push yourself in a challenging environment?

If you have answered yes to the above, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Contract Manager – The PackageFinancial:

• Excellent salary prospects
• Weekly Pay (Friday)
• Death In Service
• Company Contribution Pension Scheme

Welfare:

• Generous holiday entitlement – 28 days rising to 33 after service length increases
• An extra day off during your birthday month
• Fantastic employee engagement initiatives
  • Annual Summer Garden Party
  • Annual Black Tie Christmas Event
  • Team events throughout the year
• Independent HR team for training, advice and support
• Working in a vibrant and exciting atmosphere

Professional Development:

• Fantastic career development opportunities
• Excellent employee growth
• Continuous training opportunities
• Employee mentoring
• Regular performance assessments to enhance career progression

If you think you have what it takes to join this expanding team, and you would like to chat to someone further about the role, the company and your prospects with the business, please click to apply today. Our hiring manager will review your CV, and give you a call for an informal chat before hopefully, progressing you through to the next stage for a formal interview.