Operations at Harnham
Do you want to be part of what makes us tick? We know that we can tick your boxes too when it comes to fulfilling careers in our growing Operations team. Find out more.
OVERVIEW
As the battle for talent in has intensified, so has the needs of the modern recruiting team. Systems, roles, and processes have all evolved in order to find the best candidates for our clients - and impressing them both.
This increased complexity in a data driven environment, has created the need for an essential piece of the recruiting puzzle. We pride ourselves on the success that we have had since 2007. Behind all of that, of course, is a team of dedicated professionals ensuring that every invoice is paid, system works smoothly and contract is drafted - turning great recruiting teams into world class ones
HOW WE DO IT
There is no “I” in team but there is certainly one in Operations. Powering the engine that makes Harnham run like clockwork, are skilled individuals working across several different departments. Our departments work closely together. They are vital to keep infrastructure and systems running smoothly, as well as looking at the bigger picture in order to measure overall performance.
This has been instrumental in our ability to scale so quickly. And our commitment to continued growth is deeply rooted in the belief that creating exciting new roles in Operations, both in the UK and across the globe, is an essential part of this plan.
OUR CULTURE
The culture in our Operations Departments is the same culture that runs deep through the heart of Harnham. Hard work breeds success - and success is rewarded. Collaboration and communication are essential tools of the trade – both in personal and professional capacities.
Harnham is a fun and friendly place to work. It is a culture where we work hard and play hard. Where we celebrate the achievements of everyone. One where you are consistently challenged and upskilled. One where you can be assured that your total wellbeing is looked after. One where you can develop a career for life. A career with infinite possibilities.
If you could be a perfect fit for our culture, then get in touch.
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Welcome to a recruitment journey like no other. At Harnham, we're always interested in finding the right people to join our team.
AI Recruitment Intern
This program offers a real-world introduction to sales, consulting, and talent acquisition while working alongside some of Harnham’s top-performing consultants.
What You’ll Learn
During the program, you will experience the full recruitment process, including:
- Conducting cold outreach and market research to support business development efforts
- Learning how consultants build and manage client relationships
- Understanding client hiring needs and talent market trends
- Sourcing and identifying high-quality technical candidates
- Supporting candidate screening and qualification processes
- Observing and participating in interview coordination and candidate delivery
- Gaining insight into negotiation, offer management, and placement strategy
- Seeing the recruitment lifecycle come full-circle from first outreach to successful hire
Internal Recruitment Consultant
- Stakeholder Management: Working closely with Directors and Hiring Managers to understand hiring needs and team growth plans
- Candidate Sourcing: Identifying and engaging high-potential candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, and direct outreach
- Process Management: Managing interview processes end-to-end, including scheduling, preparation, and candidate experience
- Candidate Engagement: Acting as the main point of contact throughout the process, ensuring a high-quality experience
- Feedback & Offers: Delivering structured feedback and managing offer processes
- Experience within a recruitment environment, either in agency or internal recruitment within a similar setting
- Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders and candidates
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple processes at once
- Motivated by working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
- Interested in developing a longer-term career within internal recruitment
- Hiring bonus per placement
- Clear progression within the internal recruitment function
- Opportunity to work across UK, US, and European hiring
- Early finish at 4pm every Friday
- Regular team incentives, socials, and company trips
- Free snacks and drinks in the office
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Gym membership support
- Opportunities to relocate to international offices
Recruitment Intern (Pre-Graduate, Summer 2026)
Trainee/Graduate Recruitment Academy
- Months 1-3 Candidate Sourcing: Access to live roles from day one to work on. Using headhunting techniques, market mapping, and networking to find top-tier contract/perm candidates.
- Months 3- 6 Business Development: Proactively building a client portfolio, identifying opportunities, and negotiating terms with leading financial institutions.
- Ambitious individuals with a strong desire to succeed
- A growth mindset and eagerness to learn
- Thrives in a competitive, fast-paced sales
- Student mentality – coming in and being naturally intuitive and eager to learn
- Live Roles: Having access to work on live roles from day one, giving you the opportunity to earn commission from day one.
- Learning and Development Coach onsite: Ensuring all trainees and graduates have access to hands on support throughout their tenure in the business.
- Supportive Culture: Benefit from a dedicated learning and development team offering personalized career progression pathways.
- Hybrid Working/ Wellbeing Perks: Monthly wellbeing allowance, early Friday finishes, and a hybrid working model once you have passed probation (4 days in-office, 1 remote).
- Competitive Earnings: 25k Base salary with uncapped commission that improves when you graduate to academy to a tiered structure with a generous annual bonus structure.
- Global Opportunities: Potential for relocation or cross-office collaboration across our UK, US, and EU locations.
- Recognition: Work for a brand celebrated as one of the UK’s 100 best recruitment companies to work for, thanks to our employee-first culture.