Career Area:
Human Resources
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Partner
Category: Internal Recruitment Team
Salary: £41,593 + per annum (dependent upon experience)
Location: Peterborough, UK
Benefits:
25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
Up to 10% bonus
Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%
Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.
Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.
This role requires 5-day per week on site presence.
About Power & Energy
Our Power & Energy segment supports customers in oil and gas, power generation, marine and industrial applications, including Cat® machines. The product and services portfolio include reciprocating engines, generator sets, gas turbines and turbine-related services, the remanufacturing of Caterpillar engines and components and remanufacturing services for other companies, and product support of on-highway vocational trucks for North America.
Power & Energy is also developing the advanced power sources of the future and is working on many solutions to help our customers lower their carbon footprint. From drilling for oil to transporting natural gas, and from powering cities to fuelling data centers, Caterpillar Power & Energy drives progress across the global energy value chain. Our unmatched portfolio and expertise enable us to deliver reliable solutions for diverse industries and applications.
The Opportunity
As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will act as a trusted strategic advisor to leaders across all divisions, delivering high‑quality, scalable talent solutions across engineering, manufacturing, technology, and commercial functions.
You will own the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle and shape hiring strategies that attract exceptional talent. In this position, you will support the business hiring at all levels, from early talent to senior leaders.
As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will build strong partnerships with stakeholders, understand workforce needs, and deliver proactive, data‑driven solutions that support organisational growth. This role combines hands‑on recruitment expertise with talent market insight, ensuring an outstanding candidate experience while driving efficient, inclusive, and high‑quality hiring outcomes.
What You Will Do
Lead end‑to‑end recruitment for a broad range of roles, including engineering, technical, digital, manufacturing, and leadership positions.
Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter and CRM tools for hard‑to‑find skill sets such as power generation, electrification, energy storage, grid solutions, and emerging technologies.
Translate complex technical and business requirements into compelling job narratives to attract top talent.
Manage and influence hiring managers through the full hiring lifecycle, ensuring timely decisions, effective assessments, and strong offer outcomes.
Partner closely with business leaders and HR across EPD and E+ES to understand current and future talent needs aligned to business strategy and growth initiatives.
Provide market intelligence and data‑driven insights on talent availability, compensation trends, and hiring risks to inform decision‑making.
Proactively engage passive talent through direct sourcing and market mapping.
Collaborate with global and regional TA teams to ensure aligned processes, governance, and best practices.
Continuously identify opportunities to improve recruiting efficiency, candidate experience, and quality of hire through process and technology optimisation.
What You Will Have
Relationship Management: ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with hiring managers, HR and TA peers. Level Working Knowledge
Customer/Market Focus: Understanding of the importance of remaining aware of shifting market priorities and ability to respond to internal and external customer needs in a manner that consistently adds value. Level Extensive Knowledge
Candidate Screening: Knowledge of techniques, methods and processes of candidate screening; ability to evaluate talent against role requirements, technical competencies, leadership behaviours, and cultural alignment. Level Extensive Knowledge
Candidate Sourcing: Knowledge of techniques, methods and channels of candidate sourcing; ability to attract, engage, and qualify candidates for immediate job vacancies or as potential long-term job candidates. Able to build pipelines for hard-to-fil skill sets for critical roles within the organisation. Level Extensive Knowledge
Staffing and Recruiting: Ability to identify, select, and relocate qualified candidates, both internally and externally, for a wide range of positions. Demonstrable experience managing end-to-end recruitment and able to partner with hiring managers and wider stakeholders across an organisation. Level Extensive Knowledge
Workforce Analytics: Knowledge of human resources (HR) and workforce issues and trends; ability to analyse and translate workforce data, information and metrics and apply into actionable insights for business leaders and TA leadership. Level Working Knowledge.
What You Will Get
This is a standout opportunity for someone who wants to make real impact—shaping the future of the organisation by bringing in the talent that drives its success. As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you'll have the autonomy to influence hiring strategy, champion innovative recruitment practices, and build trusted relationships with leaders across the business.
You’ll join a collaborative, forward‑thinking environment where your ideas are valued, your expertise makes a difference, and your work directly contributes to organisational growth. If you’re motivated by meaningful partnerships, strategic problem‑solving, and the chance to elevate the candidate experience, this role gives you the platform to truly thrive.
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. #LI
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
August 18, 2026 - August 31, 2026
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
