Publican Advisor

At Punch Pubs we’re aiming to be the 5
* pub company.

We want to create a world class team where every employee embodies the essence of 5
* Partnership, supporting our brilliant Pubs. We strive to attract, develop and retain exceptional talent, ensuring each individual experiences growth, recognition and fulfilment in their roles.

The job description sets out what we need from you to be successful in your role and what you can expect in return.

At Punch, we believe great pubs are built by great people, and great people don’t all look, think or act the same.

We’re proud to be a place where individuality is welcomed, differences are valued, and everyone can bring their whole self to work.

If you need adjustments or a different approach to help you shine, we’ll work with you to make it happen.

We are committed to equal opportunities for all and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Working within our awesome 5 star Publican Recruitment team, the role acts as the main point of contact for all potential Publicans and key stakeholders in the Leased & Tenancy division, throughout the beginnings of the candidate recruitment journey and supporting through the lettings process. Through providing a first-class customer service in your quality communication, key support and advice, we will ensure all interested parties receive the best possible experience.

This is an office-based position.

• Performance related annual bonus
• Option to buy and sell holidays, plus long service days
• Health and wellbeing suite via Perkbox
• Progression and development opportunities

• Screen and interview potential Publicans to assess suitability.
• Match candidates to pub opportunities based on motivations, profiles, and pub-specific requirements.
• Own pub vacancies across the aligned region and manage the recruitment pipeline.
• Proactively build and nurture talent pools through database reviews and networking.

• Maintain accurate candidate records in Punch Lead Management.
• Securely manage personal and financial documentation, seeking process improvements.

• Manage expectations and ensure transparency throughout the recruitment and lettings journey.
• Communicate Punch’s offer effectively and manage attraction budgets to support recruitment marketing.

• Provide guidance and industry insights to applicants.
• E nsure a first-class experience from enquiry to offer stage.
• Work closely with colleagues, Ops teams, and other departments to improve recruitment outcomes.
• Attend regional meetings and lettings calls to share insights and drive initiatives.

• Plan recruitment activity 6–12 months ahead in line with operational goals.
• Provide data and insights to support decision-making and optimise the lettings process.

• Monitor and report non-compliance, ensuring high standards are maintained.
• Challenge processes where needed to ensure only the best candidates are progressed.

• Support and attend recruitment events and interview days.
• Conduct quarterly site visits to better understand pub needs.

• Seek personal development opportunities and maintain professional standards in all activities.

• Head of Publican & MP Recruitment
• Publican Recruitment Advisors
• Immediate and wider recruitment team members
• Operations Managers
• Operations Directors and Heads of Operations
• External suppliers / contractors
• Legal and Estates Managers
• Other Punch service teams

• Experience with in recruitment/talent acquisitions or sales role…