Internal Recruiter

Job description

Job Title: Internal Recruiter

Location: Chelmsford - Hybrid

Business: Supporting Waterman Group & Waterman Aspen

An introduction to our unique company...

Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark by working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects or in delivering professional services across the UK. We specialise in secondment services, providing the right people, with the right skills for the job, at the right time. Our diverse client base includes local authorities, consultancies, public bodies and construction companies.

We have big ambitions for the future, and we'd love for you to be part of it.

About the RoleWe are looking for a proactive and driven Internal Recruiter to join our existing recruitment team to support candidate resourcing across both Waterman Group and Waterman Aspen. This role will focus on sourcing high-quality contract and permanent candidates across engineering and infrastructure disciplines, with a particular emphasis on highways, construction, and the built environment.

You'll play a key role in building talent pipelines, engaging candidates and supporting hiring managers in securing the right people for a wide range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

Source and attract candidates for both contract and permanent roles across engineering disciplines

Deliver end-to-end candidate resourcing, from initial outreach through to shortlist submission

Use a variety of sourcing techniques including boolean searches, job boards, LinkedIn and headhunting

Build and maintain strong talent pipelines across key skill areas (e.g. Highways, structures, civil engineering, MEP etc.)

Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and project needs

Screen candidates and assess suitability against technical and cultural requirements

Manage candidate relationships and provide a high-quality candidate experience

Skills & Experience Required

Minimum 2 years' experience in recruitment or candidate resourcing (in-house or agency)

Strong understanding of Boolean searching and Job boards

Experience sourcing for contract and/or permanent roles

Confident in candidate engagement

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Organised with the ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously

Desirable Experience

Familiarity with civil engineering sector

Experience with both contract and perm recruitment

You'll get this and so much more

Office in the heart of Chelmsford with parking provided

Hybrid working environment (3 days in office)

25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more)

Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits

1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chelmsford

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