Internal Recruiter

Job description

About the RoleAre you passionate about recruitment and creating an outstanding candidate experience? Do you have an eye for talent and a commitment to ethical hiring practices? Avara Foods is looking for a highly competent and motivated Internal Recruiter to join our team at our Brackley (Northamptonshire) site. This role is pivotal in driving recruitment excellence, leading a small recruitment team, and supporting internal succession and talent development.

Purpose of the RoleThe Internal Recruiter will manage end‐to‐end recruitment processes, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards, while building strong talent pipelines for both immediate and future needs. You will lead recruitment initiatives, coach hiring managers, and champion internal mobility and succession planning.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the recruitment team to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Ensure all recruitment activities comply with Avara's ethical standards and UK employment legislation, including Right to Work checks and GDPR compliance.

Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for salaried, hourly, and early‐career talent roles, from attraction to onboarding.

Build strong relationships with hiring managers and senior leaders to understand workforce needs and deliver effective solutions.

Develop talent pools and succession plans to support career progression and internal mobility.

Provide recruitment metrics and market insights to inform decision‐making and continuous improvement.

Ensure cost‐effective recruitment strategies and demonstrate ROI.

Promote Avara Foods at recruitment fairs and through digital channels to attract diverse talent.

Maintain ATS accuracy and compliance, and recommend innovative recruitment strategies.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in high-volume recruitment and/or in-house talent acquisition.

Strong leadership skills with experience managing or mentoring a recruitment team.

Excellent knowledge of UK employment law, Right to Work regulations, and ethical recruitment practices.

Ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

Strategic mindset with experience in succession planning and talent development.

Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ATS systems.

Flexible approach to working hours to support a 24/7 operation.

Competencies

Ethical Practice: Demonstrates integrity and fairness in all recruitment activities.

Compliance & Governance: Ensures adherence to legal and company standards.

Leadership: Inspires and develops team capability.

Talent Development: Actively supports internal mobility and succession planning.

Data‐Driven Decision Making: Uses insights to improve recruitment outcomes.

Stakeholder Management: Builds trust and collaboration across the business.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits.

31 days holiday, 6% pension.

Private medical cover for self.

Opportunities for personal and professional development.

A secure, supportive, and progressive working environment.

If you're ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer. #INDHP

Please note due to annual leave, applications will be reviewed from w/c 16th March 2026 onwards.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Brackley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English