Head of Graduate Recruitment

Portman Finance Group HR & Recruitment

Head of Graduate Recruitment

Northampton, United Kingdom Posted on 14/11/2025

PortmanFinance Group are hiring for an experienced Head of Graduate Recruitment tojoin our recruitment and talent function. In this role you will lead thedevelopment of Portman's existing graduate recruitment programme with thepurpose ofhiring exceptional graduates directly into our dynamic and fast-growingbusiness.

We work in a fast paced and entrepreneurial environment, as one of the leadingbroker-lenders in the SME commercial finance marketplace.

Atypical day in this role includes:

• Effectivelymanaging the recruitment cycle for graduate hires across the business
• Directlysourcing candidates, using your existing knowledge of graduate hiring toolsand job boards
• Liaisingwith the Head of Talent to identify recruitment needs and supportthroughout each stage of the process
• Screening,interviewing and communicating with candidates, as well drafting jobdescriptions and other media to support recruitment efforts.
• Be a brandambassador for our company, driving talent, passion and spark
• Utilisingrecruitment software and digital solutions to drive efficiency andprocesses
• Consistentlydriving talent attraction via Social Media platforms, Job Boards, andLinkedIn Recruiter
• Attendingregional recruitment events to assist with recruitment, and travel asrequired to various locations in the UK for recruitment events andassessment days etc
• Deliveringan outstanding candidate experience throughout the process, encouraginghiring managers to keep this in mind always
• Workingwith the Head of Talent to support with recruitment and business projectsas needed
• Thrive ina fast-paced environment & ever-evolving business
• Arepassionate about graduate recruitment and want to join a people business
• Areproactive, not reactive, and can manage hiring timelines and meetrecruitment needs without too much oversight
• Areresults oriented and able to deliver accurately to set targets, SLAs andKPIs
• Keepthinking of innovative approaches to attract quality candidates and topromote the firm throughout the hiring process

Requirements

• 5+ years'experience in an in-house function or recruitment agency
• Previous experiencein graduate recruitment is preferred
• Helpful,but not a requirement, would be a sound understanding of a sales orfinance environment
• Working knowledgeof UK, and ROI right to work legislation
• Demonstratedability to show accuracy and exemplary attention to detail
• Experienceof working with data systems or ATS

Please notethat as part of the recruitment process a criminal records check/credit historycheck will be carried out by an authorised third party.

Recognised as one of the UK's fastest-growing businesses, we're proud to offer career opportunities that nurture development and ambition. With a brilliant company culture and a dedicated in-house training programme, our teams are empowered to continually grow, improve, and achieve their best.

Benefits include

• 33 days annual leave
• On-site breakout area
• On-site free parking
• An exceptional uncapped annual bonus scheme