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Your New Role

As Recruitment Officer, you'll be at the heart of a busy HR department, supporting the full recruitment lifecycle and onboarding process.

You'll be a visible and operational presence, working closely with hiring managers to deliver a high-quality, proactive recruitment service.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Managing the end-to-end recruitment processes, from job adverts to appointment.
• Use e-recruitment systems to handle applications, candidate communications, and status updates.
• Coordinate interview logistics, including room bookings, virtual interviews, and travel arrangements.
• Draft and issue offer letters, conduct right-to-work checks, and liaise with Occupational Health.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure compliance with GDPR and Home Office regulations.
• Support onboarding and induction processes for new starters, students, and visitors.
• Produce recruitment-related reports and statistics and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues and act as a point of contact for recruitment queries.
• Represent HR on interview panels and advise on best practices.

What You'll Need:

• Degree in HR, Recruitment, or a business-related subject (or equivalent experience), or CIPD Level 5.
• Proven experience in recruitment, ideally in-house, with knowledge of UK immigration and right-to-work checks.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with recruitment systems.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience of working within an academic environment or a not-for-profit organisation (desirable).

Benefits

• 32 Days Holiday plus Bank Holiday (40 days in total).
• Day off on Christmas Eve.
• 35 Hour Working Week.
• Public Sector Pension Scheme.
• Green Travel Scheme.
• Access to discounted fitness and wellbeing programmes across Manchester.
• Inclusive and supportive working environment with a strong EDI commitment.
• Extensive staff discounts on entertainment, retail, and dining.
• Development and training opportunity within a large, complex organisation.

If you're interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us directly. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are interested in looking at an alternative position, please contact us for a confidential discussion regarding other options.

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Are you a proactive, people-focused recruiter ready to take ownership of a dynamic, multi-site recruitment portfolio? We’re looking for a Recruitment Officer to manage end-to-end hiring of head office related roles such as admin, finance, marketing, IT, HR etc — across multiple London locations.

What You'll Do:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment: qualifying , creating adverts, sourcing, screening, interviewing, feedback
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and build effective recruitment strategies.
• Attend interview at various London sites, when needed, to support hiring managers
• Coordinate interviews and assessment days, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across various sites.
• Maintain compliance with Right to Work and GDPR regulations.

What You Bring:

• Proven end to end recruitment experience (in-house and/or agency).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage 15 plus vacancies simultaneously.
• A proactive mindset, excellent time management, and a passion for people.

Location & Flexibility: This is a fully site based role , Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

Our client offers a variety role and great benefits package. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who’s driven, and looking to grow their career in recruitment!

Interviews starting soon — apply now to be part of a team that values empowerment, trust, and excellence.

We are excited to have an opportunity for a new Recruitment Officer to join the team on a permanent basis.

The Recruitment Team provide support across the Trust with the end-to-end recruitment of all posts including bank, helping to get the correct candidate in post to help our services deliver the highest standard of care.

Please note this advert may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.

The role is hybrid working and the successful candidate will be required to come in to the office every day for their first month for training , then moving to a 2 days a week in office rota.

As a Recruitment Officer, you will play a key role in providing an effective, reliable and responsive recruitment advisory and administration service, which will include managing recruitment activities and providing advice and guidance to applicants and recruiting managers.

This role offers a great opportunity for a self-motivated individual who is looking for variety, responsibility, people contact and a degree of autonomy.

If you thrive on being busy and meeting challenges and can juggle several tasks at once this is the job for you.

In return we are committed to providing on-going support, training and development and the opportunity to learn from experienced HR practitioners.

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for is over £500m.

The Trust is rated as 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.

The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached.

The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Recruitment Officer

Salary: Circa £30,000 per annum

Location: Manchester City Centre (on-site)

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

The opportunity:

We are recruiting a Recruitment Officer to join a busy and supportive Human Resources team based in Manchester city centre.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and enthusiastic recruitment professional to take ownership of the full recruitment process. From advertising vacancies to onboarding new starters, you’ll play a key role in delivering a professional, efficient, and friendly recruitment service to both candidates and hiring managers.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with people, and have a passion for delivering great service, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full recruitment process, from advertising roles to confirming appointments.
• Coordinate candidate communication, ensuring all enquiries are handled promptly and professionally.
• Prepare and post job adverts across a variety of platforms, following brand and style guidelines.
• Use the applicant tracking system to manage applications, interviews, and offers.
• Organise interviews, including booking rooms, arranging online meetings, and preparing interview materials.
• Carry out pre-employment checks, including right-to-work verification, references, and medical clearances.
• Deliver onboarding and induction sessions for new starters.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and ensure compliance with data protection policies.
• Build positive working relationships with managers and colleagues across the business.
• Support HR projects and contribute to continuous process improvements.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in recruitment or HR administration, ideally in an internal or in-house role.
• Educated to degree level in HR, business, or a related subject (or equivalent experience).
• CIPD Level 5 qualification in Human Resources Management (or working towards it).
• Knowledge of UK Right to Work and pre-employment processes.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using recruitment or HR systems.
• Discreet, professional, and able to handle confidential information with integrity.
• A positive, proactive, and collaborative approach to work.

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive salary circa £30,000.

• Permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week).

• 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Excellent pension scheme.

• On-site facilities and wellbeing support.

• Access to staff discounts, training, and career development opportunities.

• Supportive and friendly working environment in the heart of Manchester.

If the above role sounds like something that suits you, get in touch today!

Are you a proactive, people-focused recruiter ready to take ownership of a dynamic, multi-site recruitment portfolio? We’re looking for a Recruitment Officer to manage end-to-end hiring of head office related roles such as admin, finance, marketing, IT, HR etc — across multiple London locations.

What You'll Do:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment: qualifying , creating adverts, sourcing, screening, interviewing, feedback
• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and build effective recruitment strategies.
• Attend interview at various London sites, when needed, to support hiring managers
• Coordinate interviews and assessment days, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across various sites.
• Maintain compliance with Right to Work and GDPR regulations.

What You Bring:

• Proven end to end recruitment experience (in-house and/or agency).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage 15 plus vacancies simultaneously.
• A proactive mindset, excellent time management, and a passion for people.

Location & Flexibility: This is a fully site based role , Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

Our client offers a variety role and great benefits package. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who’s driven, and looking to grow their career in recruitment!

Interviews starting soon — apply now to be part of a team that values empowerment, trust, and excellence.

Student Recruitment Officer

Location : London, UK

Start Date : Immediate

Company : Smart Move Education Group

Job Type : Full-time | On-site

Are you passionate about guiding students toward academic success?

Smart Move Education Group is looking for a Student Recruitment Officer to join our London team. This role focuses on helping Home/EU students based in the UK access higher education opportunities with top UK universities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support prospective Home/EU students throughout their application journey.
• Develop and deliver marketing campaigns (online and in-person).
• Provide detailed advice on university options, personal statements and required documents.
• Coordinate with partner universities to facilitate interviews and admissions.
• Track Home/EU student applications and serve as their primary point of contact.
• Assist with daily administrative tasks and student records.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in marketing, education or related field (preferred).
• 2+ years’ experience in education or student recruitment or 1 year of mandatory work experience with home/EU student recruitment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel).
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

What You’ll Get:

• A collaborative, diverse and fast-paced work environment.
• Direct impact on students’ futures.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing company.
• Access to training and development resources.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're enthusiastic about helping students succeed and thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and be a part of something meaningful.

Student Recruitment Officer

Location : London, UK

Start Date : Immediate

Company : Smart Move Education Group

Job Type : Full-time | On-site

Are you passionate about guiding students toward academic success?

Smart Move Education Group is looking for a Student Recruitment Officer to join our London team. This role focuses on helping Home/EU students based in the UK access higher education opportunities with top UK universities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support prospective Home/EU students throughout their application journey.
• Develop and deliver marketing campaigns (online and in-person).
• Provide detailed advice on university options, personal statements and required documents.
• Coordinate with partner universities to facilitate interviews and admissions.
• Track Home/EU student applications and serve as their primary point of contact.
• Assist with daily administrative tasks and student records.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in marketing, education or related field (preferred).
• 2+ years’ experience in education or student recruitment or 1 year of mandatory work experience with home/EU student recruitment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel).
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

What You’ll Get:

• A collaborative, diverse and fast-paced work environment.
• Direct impact on students’ futures.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing company.
• Access to training and development resources.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're enthusiastic about helping students succeed and thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and be a part of something meaningful.

My London based Council, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Safer Recruitment Officer to join the HR and Safeguarding team and play a vital role in ensuring our Audit, DBS and compliance processes meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and best practice.

THIS IS NOT A RECRUITMENT ROLE - The role sits within Recruitment but is responsible for all process and systems regarding DBS and Compliance via Atlantic Data.

As a Safer Recruitment Officer, you will be responsible for managing and advising on safe recruitment procedures across the council and its associated services (e.g., schools, care homes, and children's services). You will ensure that our policies and practices comply with statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Safer Recruitment Consortium standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the implementation of safe recruitment policies and procedures across council departments.
• Ensure that all recruitment activities involving regulated roles are compliant with safer recruitment legislation and guidance.
• Conduct pre-employment checks, including DBS, reference checks, identity verification, and right to work in the UK.
• Provide training and guidance to hiring managers and school leaders on safe recruitment best practices.
• Support with audits and investigations into recruitment-related safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain accurate records and data related to safe recruitment activities.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Safeguarding, Legal, and external partners such as Ofsted or the DBS service.

Essential Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of safer recruitment legislation and statutory guidance (e.g., KCSIE, Working Together to Safeguard Children).
• Experience conducting or managing safe recruitment checks (DBS, references, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive information confidentially and professionally.

If you are looking for move and have a proven track record in this area please apply today,

My London based Council, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Safer Recruitment Officer to join the HR and Safeguarding team and play a vital role in ensuring our Audit, DBS and compliance processes meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and best practice.

THIS IS NOT A RECRUITMENT ROLE - The role sits within Recruitment but is responsible for all process and systems regarding DBS and Compliance via Atlantic Data.

As a Safer Recruitment Officer, you will be responsible for managing and advising on safe recruitment procedures across the council and its associated services (e.g., schools, care homes, and children's services). You will ensure that our policies and practices comply with statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Safer Recruitment Consortium standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the implementation of safe recruitment policies and procedures across council departments.
• Ensure that all recruitment activities involving regulated roles are compliant with safer recruitment legislation and guidance.
• Conduct pre-employment checks, including DBS, reference checks, identity verification, and right to work in the UK.
• Provide training and guidance to hiring managers and school leaders on safe recruitment best practices.
• Support with audits and investigations into recruitment-related safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain accurate records and data related to safe recruitment activities.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Safeguarding, Legal, and external partners such as Ofsted or the DBS service.

Essential Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of safer recruitment legislation and statutory guidance (e.g., KCSIE, Working Together to Safeguard Children).
• Experience conducting or managing safe recruitment checks (DBS, references, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive information confidentially and professionally.

If you are looking for move and have a proven track record in this area please apply today,