Talent Acquisition Partner (FTC)

At Oxford Instruments we enable the world’s leading industrial companies and scientific research communities to image, analyse and manipulate materials down to the atomic and molecular level. With a sixty‑year history and fourteen Queen’s Awards for Enterprise, our world‑class products and technologies help our customers address the greatest challenges of the 21st century.

We’re looking for an experienced TA Partner to deliver high‑quality engineering hiring across the UK on a fixed‑term contract initially 3‑6 months. This is a hands‑on role with scope to improve how we hire – ideal for someone who combines strong delivery with a process and data mindset. The role could be based in either High Wycombe or Bristol.

What You’ll Do

• Lead end‑to‑end recruitment for engineering, applications and service roles
• Build strong pipelines using proactive sourcing and talent mapping
• Partner with hiring managers to deliver efficient, high‑quality hiring
• Implement structured interviews and consistent assessment methods
• Use data to track performance and improve hiring outcomes
• Enhance processes, tools and candidate experience

What We’re Looking For

• Significant TA experience, including engineering/technical hiring
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Experience with structured interviews and up‑to‑date sourcing methods
• Data‑driven approach to recruitment
• Familiarity with ATS (Success Factors) and sourcing tools (LinkedIn, AI tools, etc.)
• European language skills would be a distinct advantage

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability.

Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments operates a Preferred Supplier List and does not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not forward candidate details in response to this advert or to any Oxford Instruments employees or other company locations. Oxford Instruments is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.