.Our Business
We are proud of our heritage and position as one of Europe’s largest specialist food companies, manufacturing and supplying authentic global foods which serve the chefs and owners of restaurants and takeaways, as well as a diverse range of consumers. With a strong portfolio of leading brands including Lucky Boat, Elephant Atta, Rajah, Green Dragon and Patak’s, our product range is as diverse as the people who chose to work here, and includes noodles, flour, rice, spices, sauces, and oils. We pride ourselves on our passion for food and people, where collaboration, diversity, and inclusion are integral in everything that we do. This is underpinned with our employee resource groups where members and allies help create an inclusive environment and special events are celebrated. Westmill is a place where no one feels like the new person for long and everyone has the chance to make a real difference to the business by being their authentic selves.
You will be at the heart of shaping Westmill’s future—attracting brilliant people, developing them into high‑performing leaders, and building a culture where talent thrives at every level, from our operational teams right through to the Board. This is your opportunity to design the strategies, programmes, and experiences that will position Westmill as the standout centre of excellence within the ABF Grocery Group.
This role gives you real autonomy and influence. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders, Heads of Function, and peers across ABF to drive continuous improvement and embed best practice. You will also partner with HR and Marketing to elevate our employer brand—crafting compelling campaigns and communication channels that showcase what makes Westmill a great place to grow a career.
You will take full ownership of recruitment excellence, shaping everything from attraction strategies and assessment methods to onboarding standards and external partnerships. Beyond hiring, you will unlock the full potential of the Apprenticeship Levy, build leadership and first line management programmes for our management teams, and deliver development initiatives that genuinely move the dial on performance and ROI.
You will bring deep recruitment expertise, including hands‑on internal hiring experience and strong technical knowledge of ATS platforms, attraction strategies, and assessment methodologies. You will understand how to tailor selection techniques to various levels and functions, and you will be confident advising leaders on the right approach.
While L&D experience is a bonus rather than a requirement, you will have a genuine passion for people development and the ambition to grow this part of the role. You will be excited by the opportunity to build apprenticeship pathways, shape leadership programmes, and deliver training that drives real performance improvements.
You will be proactive, self‑driven, and solutions‑focused, with exceptional communication skills and the credibility to influence at every level. You will combine resilience with strong listening and problem‑solving abilities, and you will be motivated by continuous improvement and meaningful business impact.
This role is based in Trafford, Manchester, with 2–3 days per week on site. A full driving licence and flexibility to travel across multiple sites are essential.
If you are passionate about shaping the future of talent and want to make a measurable impact, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Trafford Park M17
