Global Talent Acquisition Capability and Partnering Lead - Rolls Royce CWS : Job Details

We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re-shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of Rolls-Royce’s recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources.

Rolls-Royce is a respected engineering organisation operating in many sectors including energy, aerospace, marine and defence. Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe & competitive solutions to meet our planet's vital power needs.

We are looking for 2 x Global Talent Acquisition Capability and Partnering Leads for a 12 Month Day Rate Contract. This role is based either in Derby or London. If London based, you will be required to travel to Derby 1-2 days per week, we can offer a hybrid working model.

About the role

The Global Talent Acquisition Capability and Partnering Lead serves as the strategic link between the Talent Acquisition function and designated divisional or functional business areas. Working as part of the People Partner teams, this role ensures that hiring strategies are fully aligned with workforce plans, business objectives, and organisational culture.

As a Global Talent Acquisition Capability and Partnering Lead you will be responsible for:

Stakeholder Partnership & Strategy

• Act as the primary Talent Acquisition partner for the assigned division or function, building deep relationships with leadership teams and People Partners.
• Translate divisional workforce plans and business priorities into actionable hiring strategies.
• Advise and challenge stakeholders on market trends, talent availability, and optimal sourcing approaches.
• Represent Talent Acquisition within divisional people forums, workforce planning sessions, and strategic reviews.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work closely with the Regional TA Leads to ensure alignment of divisional hiring needs with regional delivery capacity, pipelines, and resourcing priorities.
• Partner with our RPO provider and CoE (Centre of Excellence) teams to ensure consistent process execution, employer branding, and candidate experience.
• Support the design and execution of divisional-specific recruitment campaigns or initiatives
• Work across Emerging Talent, Contingent and Exec teams to build one consistent view and interface for TA.
• Provide insights and data to support continuous improvement in hiring performance and workforce planning.

Governance & Reporting

• Maintain visibility of divisional hiring activity, ensuring compliance with recruitment policy, process, and governance frameworks.
• Deliver regular reporting and insights to the Divisional People Director and TA leadership on performance, trends, and future needs.
• Contribute to the overall Talent Acquisition strategy, sharing divisional intelligence and best practices with peers across the global TA network.

Key Relationships

• Hard line: Head of Talent Acquisition Operations
• Dotted line: Divisional / Functional People Director
• Work in close collaboration with:
• Divisional People Partners
• Business Leaders / Functional Heads
• TA Operations, Employer Brand and Attraction Team
• Regional TA Leads

What we require from the candidate:

• Proven experience in Talent Acquisition partnering within a complex, matrixed organisation.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior leadership level.
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic business partnering with operational delivery.
• Deep understanding of recruitment best practice, market trends, and workforce planning principles.
• Excellent communication, data literacy, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Comfortable working across multiple geographies, cultures, and stakeholder groups.
• Commercially savvy, with a strategic mindset and consultative approach.
• Collaborative and relationship-oriented – thrives in cross-functional teams.
• Agile and adaptable, able to balance competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Passionate about talent, diversity, and creating exceptional hiring experiences.

Next steps:

If you are interested in applying for the Global Talent Acquisition Capability and Partnering Lead and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

Please note that due to recent changes in Off Payroll (IR35) legislation, our client only operates with contractors that operate via a PAYE or Umbrella model. We are unable to accept applications from candidates wishing to operate under their own Limited Company.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.