Compass Group is a world leader in catering and support services, employing over 600,000 people across 45 countries. Rated number one in our industry on Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 2020, Compass Group serves 5.5 billion meals each year to our 55,000 clients worldwide.

We are seeking high‑performing Recruitment Advisors for a 3‑month fixed‑term contract supporting the ESS Defence contract.

This opportunity is suited to experienced, high‑functioning recruiters with proven volume recruitment experience who can immediately add value in a fast‑paced environment.

As a Portfolio Recruitment Advisor within the National Recruitment Team, you will play a critical role supporting Defence operations, partnering closely with stakeholders to deliver timely, high‑quality recruitment outcomes.

Reporting to the Head of Talent, you will join a high‑performing team recognised as trusted advisors to the business. We pride ourselves on our customer‑centric approach, professionalism, and commitment to delivering consistent, compliant, and high‑quality results.

• Manage the end‑to‑end recruitment lifecycle across a designated Defence portfolio, including briefing, sourcing, assessment, compliance processing, and seamless onboarding to site.
• Ensure an exceptional candidate experience at every stage of the recruitment process.
• Build and maintain strong, consultative relationships with operational and contract leaders, providing timely and strategic recruitment support.
• Develop, curate and manage a proactive talent pipeline to meet both planned and rapid‑response workforce needs across Defence sites.
• Collaborate effectively within the national team, contributing to continuous improvement and supporting colleagues when required.

About you

• Experience in high‑volume, campaign, or project‑based recruitment will be highly regarded.
• Background in fast‑paced recruitment or a similar stakeholder-facing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong client relationships, influence stakeholders and deliver high‑quality service.
• Highly organised, proactive and capable of managing competing priorities with professionalism.

Benefits

• Access to our national social and engagement programs.
• Immediate access to 100+ retail and lifestyle discounts via mobile app.
• Multiple salary packaging options to maximise take‑home pay.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits.
• Recognition programs including service milestones, safety awards, team events, site benefits, and company-wide discounts.