Head of Graduate Recruitment

Portman Finance Group | HR & Recruitment

Northampton, United Kingdom | Posted on 14/11/2025

Portman Finance Group are hiring for an experienced Head of Graduate Recruitment tojoin our recruitment and talent function. In this role you will lead the development of Portman’s existing graduate recruitment programme with the purpose ofhiring exceptional graduates directly into our dynamic and fast-growing business.

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

• Effectively managing the recruitment cycle for graduate hires across the business
• Directly sourcing candidates, using your existing knowledge of graduate hiring toolsand job boards
• Liaising with the Head of Talent to identify recruitment needs and support throughout each stage of the process
• Screening,interviewing and communicating with candidates, as well drafting job descriptions and other media to support recruitment efforts.
• Be a brand ambassador for our company, driving talent, passion and spark
• Utilising recruitment software and digital solutions to drive efficiency and processes
• Consistently driving talent attraction via Social Media platforms, Job Boards, andLinked
  
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• Attending regional recruitment events to assist with recruitment, and travel as required to various locations in the UK for recruitment events and assessment days etc
• Delivering an outstanding candidate experience throughout the process, encouraging hiring managers to keep this in mind always
• Working with the Head of Talent to support with recruitment and business projects as needed
• Thrive ina fast-paced environment & ever-evolving business
• Are passionate about graduate recruitment and want to join a people business
• Are proactive, not reactive, and can manage hiring timelines and meet recruitment needs without too much oversight
• Are results 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

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

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.

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