Job summary We have an unique opportunity to join UHNM as our International Recruitment Advisor in a busy and demanding Resourcing Department. Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning and coordination of international recruitment, ensuring adherence to NHS recruitment practices and compliance with Appendix D guidance. Provide specialist advice on UK Visa and Immigration Requirements, including the points-based system and English language proficiency tests (IELTS/OET). Share feedback and insights to continuously improve the Trust's international recruitment processes. Offer expert guidance to hiring managers and recruitment teams on candidate attraction, retention, and regulatory compliance. Conduct training and upskilling sessions for recruitment officers and hiring managers to enhance their understanding of managing international workers. Research best practices in international recruitment and conduct regular audits to ensure operational excellence. Represent the Trust at regional workforce groups and contribute to the development of international recruitment policies. Lead on UK immigration and Visa compliance for placed candidates. Identify and mitigate emerging risks related to UKVI recruitment activities. Manage communication and documentation for international candidates, including working with agencies to ensure compliance with NHS standards. If you would like to know more about this role, read through the Job Description and Person Specification and get in touch About us University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential. UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust. At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve. Date posted 12 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 205-7021572-A Job locations Royal Stoke Hospital Newcastle Road Stoke-On-Trent ST4 6QG Job description Job responsibilities For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. For more details on the post, please see contact Emily Foxall, Recruitment Manager: emily.foxalluhnm.nhs.uk. Job description Job responsibilities For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. For more details on the post, please see contact Emily Foxall, Recruitment Manager: emily.foxalluhnm.nhs.uk. Person Specification Experience Essential Knowledge of using, managing and monitoring ATS/Recruitment Systems Desirable Experience of leading International or General recruitment projects Experience of Recruitment in Public Sector or NHS Experience Essential Knowledge of using, managing and monitoring ATS/Recruitment Systems Person Specification Experience Essential Knowledge of using, managing and monitoring ATS/Recruitment Systems Desirable Experience of leading International or General recruitment projects Experience of Recruitment in Public Sector or NHS Experience Essential Knowledge of using, managing and monitoring ATS/Recruitment Systems Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust Address Royal Stoke Hospital Newcastle Road Stoke-On-Trent ST4 6QG Employer's website https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)