Our client is a large local govern,ment organisation and looking for an experienced Recruitment BP to join their team. This is initially a 6 month contract which may be extended for the right candidate You will In this role, you will provide strategic and operational recruitment expertise to support our hiring managers in attracting, selecting, and retaining top talent. You will play a key role in delivering an efficient, inclusive, and effective recruitment service that aligns with our council values. You will be focussing on ATS Optimisation Attraction Strategy Professionalising the service Improving MI Reducing time to hire Enhancing candidate experience The role will also involve line managing Recruitment Officers and Recruitment Assistants, ensuring the team delivers a high-quality service to council colleagues. Key Responsibilities: Line manage and support Recruitment Officers and Recruitment Assistants, ensuring a high-performing and motivated team. Partner with hiring managers across departments to understand recruitment needs and develop tailored talent acquisition strategies. Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience. Optimise the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to improve recruitment efficiency and enhance user experience. Support workforce planning initiatives and ensure recruitment aligns with the council’s strategic goals. Improve management information by analysing recruitment data and providing insights and reports to key stakeholders. Drive initiatives to reduce time to hire and streamline recruitment processes. Ensure compliance with all relevant employment legislation, council policies, and equality and diversity frameworks. Collaborate with HR colleagues on onboarding, retention, and talent development initiatives. Person Specification: Essential: Proven experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or as a Recruitment Business Partner. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and advise hiring managers. Experience in line managing and upskilling recruitment teams, including Recruitment Officers and Assistants. Experience in designing and implementing effective sourcing and selection methodologies. Ability to manage multiple recruitment campaigns within a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present recruitment data. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment technology Desirable: Previous experience in public sector or local government recruitment. CIPD or equivalent HR/Recruitment qualification.