Interim Manager, Recruiting

Interim, Manager, Recruiting

Location: London, UK

Contract: Interim

Department: People

Reports to: Manager, Recruiting, International

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive, intuitive, and relationship-driven Recruiting Manager to join e.l.f. Beauty. This role will be responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment across a variety of functions, with a strong focus on direct sourcing, delivering an exceptional candidate experience, and building effective partnerships with internal stakeholders.

We're looking for someone with a sharp eye for talent, someone who can identify "unicorn" candidates who will thrive in and elevate our fast-paced, high-performance, and collaborative culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the full recruitment lifecycle from role briefing through to offer and onboarding
• Proactively source and attract high-quality candidates using LinkedIn and other channels
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs
• Identify standout, high-potential talent who will succeed in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
• Deliver a best-in-class candidate experience, ensuring timely communication and engagement throughout the process
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, advise on market insights, and guide decision-making
• Effectively manage stakeholders, providing regular updates and ensuring alignment throughout the hiring process
• Conduct screening interviews and coordinate interview processes efficiently
• Promote and represent the e.l.f. Beauty employer brand in all candidate interactions

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an in-house or agency recruitment role
• Strong direct sourcing capability, particularly via LinkedIn
• A strong instinct for talent, with the ability to spot high-potential "unicorn" candidates
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships with candidates and stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach with strong attention to detail
• Experience delivering a high-quality candidate experience

Compensation

Total compensation includes base salary, annual company-based performance bonus, and equity. Under e.l.f.'s annual bonus program, employees are eligible to earn up to 200% of their target bonus when company performance exceeds defined goals. In addition, e.l.f. provides a variety of other benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, gender neutral parental leave, and unlimited paid time off. The amount of total compensation (including base salary) offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including geographic location, experience, specific skills, and qualifications.