Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition
Screwfix
Date: 1 week ago
City: Yeovil, England
Contract type: Full time
Overview
Build the Future of Talent at One of the UK’s Fastest-Growing Retailers
At Screwfix, we’re proud of our rapid growth, industry-leading service, and people-first culture. As part of the Kingfisher Group, we’re on a mission to build a world-class workforce capable of delivering continued success across 900+ stores and a leading omnichannel offer.
We're looking for a Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition to lead the evolution of our recruitment approach and deliver lasting impact through the people we bring into our business.
The Opportunity
In this pivotal leadership role heading up the Talent Acquisition Team at Screwfix and working as part of the People Leadership Team. You’ll be at the forefront of how we attract, engage, and hire talent across the business. Success in this role isn’t measured by tasks, but by the outcomes you create:
Required Skills & Experience
What You’ll Bring to Succeed
To thrive in this role, you'll be a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, comfortable leading at pace and influencing at all levels. You'll bring:
At Screwfix, we’re committed to supporting your success and wellbeing, both at work and at home. With an incredible benefits package, opportunities for self-development, and rewards including a discretionary bonus of up to 50% and a company car or allowance of up to £6,500 per annum, we put you first.
At Screwfix, we believe happy, fulfilled colleagues create a stronger business. That’s why we’ve built a workplace that works for you—combining flexibility, inclusivity, and sustainability with opportunities to thrive.
Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy the best of both worlds: Our hybrid working offering includes face-to-face collaboration at our welcoming Head Office and flexible hours to fit life’s priorities, whether it’s the school run or personal time.
Belonging & Growth:
From day one, you’ll feel part of a team that values your voice and supports your growth. We’re proud to champion diversity because we know unique perspectives make us stronger. Whether starting out or looking for your next step, you’ll thrive here
Sustainability That Matters:
We’re committed to creating a better future, taking bold steps to reduce carbon emissions, use sustainable packaging, and innovate for a greener world. Sustainability drives everything we do, and we’re proud to make a real impact for our planet and future generations.
Join Screwfix and discover a workplace where you can belong, grow, and help build a more sustainable future.
Why Join Screwfix Now?
This is more than a recruitment role—it’s a chance to define how one of the UK’s most recognised brands brings people into the business. You’ll be joining at a pivotal moment: with strong performance behind us, ambitious plans ahead, and full support to innovate and lead.
If you're ready to build something bigger, apply today.
We believe in equity for all. Please let us know at [email protected] if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Build the Future of Talent at One of the UK’s Fastest-Growing Retailers
At Screwfix, we’re proud of our rapid growth, industry-leading service, and people-first culture. As part of the Kingfisher Group, we’re on a mission to build a world-class workforce capable of delivering continued success across 900+ stores and a leading omnichannel offer.
We're looking for a Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition to lead the evolution of our recruitment approach and deliver lasting impact through the people we bring into our business.
The Opportunity
In this pivotal leadership role heading up the Talent Acquisition Team at Screwfix and working as part of the People Leadership Team. You’ll be at the forefront of how we attract, engage, and hire talent across the business. Success in this role isn’t measured by tasks, but by the outcomes you create:
- You’ll be known as the person who transformed attraction at Screwfix. Candidates will recognise our brand, and top talent will choose to work with us—not just because of what we offer, but because of how we show up in the market. Our attraction strategy will be targeted, measurable and delivering high-quality hires across all levels.
- You’ll create a seamless, modern hiring experience that reflects our brand. Whether someone is applying to a retail role or a head office function, they’ll experience a process that is fast, fair, inclusive, and genuinely engaging. Hiring managers will feel supported and empowered, with the right tools and insight to make confident hiring decisions.
- You’ll be the trusted resourcing partner to senior leaders across Screwfix. Your insight will shape strategic workforce planning, and your credibility will come from delivering results. You’ll help the business understand talent trends, anticipate challenges, and act early to meet future capability needs.
- You’ll lead a high-performing, engaged recruitment team. Your team will be seen as experts across the business—known for pace, professionalism and a deep understanding of what great looks like. They’ll be proud of the work they do and inspired by your leadership.
- You’ll drive real commercial value from recruitment. Through improved processes, smart technology, data-led decisions and supplier optimisation, recruitment will not only deliver talent—it will add value to the bottom line.
- You’ll land transformation with clarity and confidence. From implementing a new recruitment system to introducing a refreshed service model, you’ll lead change in a way that brings people with you. Your approach will be structured, well-communicated, and grounded in stakeholder buy-in.
Required Skills & Experience
What You’ll Bring to Succeed
To thrive in this role, you'll be a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, comfortable leading at pace and influencing at all levels. You'll bring:
- Proven leadership experience in end-to-end recruitment across both high-volume and specialist functions
- A track record of delivering tangible outcomes through attraction strategy, team performance, and operational improvement
- The ability to manage external employer brand partners and translate EVP into compelling, measurable attraction activity
- Strong stakeholder credibility—able to influence, advise and collaborate across senior levels
- Experience leading or embedding recruitment systems and process transformation
- A commercial mindset, with a focus on ROI, reporting and performance insight
- Experience navigating matrix environments and working across group structures is a plus
At Screwfix, we’re committed to supporting your success and wellbeing, both at work and at home. With an incredible benefits package, opportunities for self-development, and rewards including a discretionary bonus of up to 50% and a company car or allowance of up to £6,500 per annum, we put you first.
At Screwfix, we believe happy, fulfilled colleagues create a stronger business. That’s why we’ve built a workplace that works for you—combining flexibility, inclusivity, and sustainability with opportunities to thrive.
Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy the best of both worlds: Our hybrid working offering includes face-to-face collaboration at our welcoming Head Office and flexible hours to fit life’s priorities, whether it’s the school run or personal time.
Belonging & Growth:
From day one, you’ll feel part of a team that values your voice and supports your growth. We’re proud to champion diversity because we know unique perspectives make us stronger. Whether starting out or looking for your next step, you’ll thrive here
Sustainability That Matters:
We’re committed to creating a better future, taking bold steps to reduce carbon emissions, use sustainable packaging, and innovate for a greener world. Sustainability drives everything we do, and we’re proud to make a real impact for our planet and future generations.
Join Screwfix and discover a workplace where you can belong, grow, and help build a more sustainable future.
Why Join Screwfix Now?
This is more than a recruitment role—it’s a chance to define how one of the UK’s most recognised brands brings people into the business. You’ll be joining at a pivotal moment: with strong performance behind us, ambitious plans ahead, and full support to innovate and lead.
If you're ready to build something bigger, apply today.
We believe in equity for all. Please let us know at [email protected] if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
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