Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description of the role. Open only to applicants from Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS Integrated Care System, which is limited to: Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS FT, South Central Ambulance Service, or Hampshire Hospitals FT. Main duties of the job We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Recruiter / Recruitment Team Leader to join the Medical HR team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. You will help bring UHS to the next level by helping us attract, source, select and retain world-class talent. You will research talent markets, network with passive candidates, and use creative sourcing techniques and recruitment strategies that will attract the best talent to UHS. You'll be delivering a fast, accurate, customer-focused recruitment service, and as such, you'll need to be customer service-orientated and a committed individual who enjoys providing a first-class service to managers and candidates. You will also help supervise operational recruitment on a day-to-day basis, providing support, management and leadership to the Medical Recruitment Team. If you have previous experience in an HR or recruitment role along with some experience in managing or supervising an operational team previously, we'd love to receive your application. ABOUT THE TEAM This role sits within the Medical Recruitment team, which coordinates initiatives related to the employment and Recruitment of doctors within the Trust. The service supports effective management and deployment of senior and junior medical staff in order to support the Trust in achieving its strategic and operational objectives. About us University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute. Date posted 07 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa or pa pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 188-THQ2060225 Job locations Southampton General Hospital Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities WHAT YOULL DO Proactively source and build talent pipelines of active and passive candidates from a variety of channels and communities; online platforms (such as Linked IN), employee referrals, events, networks, and research. Work with our hiring managers to ensure the services provided meet the needs of the departments, considering current workforce issues and ensuring these are addressed efficiently and effectively. Work with our Employee Brand & Talent Attraction Manager to develop and implement specific attraction plans and tools to support areas of recruitment challenges. Develop our recruitment teams sourcing skills to attract both active and passive candidates. Work with the wider Recruitment Leadership team to drive continuous improvement across our end-to-end recruitment offer. Be responsible for ensuring the end-to-end recruitment process is delivered in line with both local and national policies; ensuring compliance with NHS employers' standards and UKVI legislation. Undertake day-to-day management of the Medical Recruitment team, ensuring they deliver a quality end-to-end recruitment process, meeting KPIs and ensuring a high-quality service is provided to applicants and recruiting managers. This will involve: 1. Line management of the Medical Recruitment Team, including responsibility for performance, appraisals, and team development. 2. lead on the implementation of new recruitment initiatives and projects 3. ensure delivery of a comprehensive and responsive recruitment service 4. providing specialist guidance on advertising, selection process, contract of employment and queries relating to the terms and conditions of Medical and Dental Staff WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR You will have experience in utilising a range of new and creative talent attraction, sourcing and recruitment techniques. You will have excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders to embrace new ways of thinking. Excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within a busy team. Previous experience of managing / supervising a team. An understanding of pre-employment check compliance. Previous experience working in an operational recruitment role. Up-to-date knowledge of resourcing and recruitment processes and best practices. Able to build effective working relationships with managers at all levels of seniority. Job description Job responsibilities WHAT YOULL DO Proactively source and build talent pipelines of active and passive candidates from a variety of channels and communities; online platforms (such as Linked IN), employee referrals, events, networks, and research. Work with our hiring managers to ensure the services provided meet the needs of the departments, considering current workforce issues and ensuring these are addressed efficiently and effectively. Work with our Employee Brand & Talent Attraction Manager to develop and implement specific attraction plans and tools to support areas of recruitment challenges. Develop our recruitment teams sourcing skills to attract both active and passive candidates. Work with the wider Recruitment Leadership team to drive continuous improvement across our end-to-end recruitment offer. Be responsible for ensuring the end-to-end recruitment process is delivered in line with both local and national policies; ensuring compliance with NHS employers' standards and UKVI legislation. Undertake day-to-day management of the Medical Recruitment team, ensuring they deliver a quality end-to-end recruitment process, meeting KPIs and ensuring a high-quality service is provided to applicants and recruiting managers. This will involve: 1. Line management of the Medical Recruitment Team, including responsibility for performance, appraisals, and team development. 2. lead on the implementation of new recruitment initiatives and projects 3. ensure delivery of a comprehensive and responsive recruitment service 4. providing specialist guidance on advertising, selection process, contract of employment and queries relating to the terms and conditions of Medical and Dental Staff WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR You will have experience in utilising a range of new and creative talent attraction, sourcing and recruitment techniques. You will have excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders to embrace new ways of thinking. Excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within a busy team. Previous experience of managing / supervising a team. An understanding of pre-employment check compliance. Previous experience working in an operational recruitment role. Up-to-date knowledge of resourcing and recruitment processes and best practices. Able to build effective working relationships with managers at all levels of seniority. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of continuing personal and professional development. Educated to degree level, or equivalent relevant experience and knowledge. Desirable CIPD Level 5 or equivalent Knowledge and experience Essential Experience of delivering a range of talent attraction, sourcing and recruitment solutions to meet specific hiring needs Proven background using effective sourcing methods to hire for niche and hard to fill roles Experience using a variety of recruitment attraction tools and methods, including for example LinkedIn and Facebook Experience of delivering recruitment objectives/ KPIs Experience of designing recruitment campaigns to attract diverse talent, both active and passive, across multiple channels/ platforms Experience of undertaking pre-employment checks and monitoring performance and compliance Experience of leading and/or supervising an operational team Good understanding of employment law, and UK Visa & Immigration regulations Desirable Experience of delivering training to groups of individuals Previous experience of medical staffing recruitment Electronic Staff Record (ESR) experience Evidence of advising on NHS conditions of service and Trust policies & procedures Values and behaviours Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of continuing personal and professional development. Educated to degree level, or equivalent relevant experience and knowledge. Desirable CIPD Level 5 or equivalent Knowledge and experience Essential Experience of delivering a range of talent attraction, sourcing and recruitment solutions to meet specific hiring needs Proven background using effective sourcing methods to hire for niche and hard to fill roles Experience using a variety of recruitment attraction tools and methods, including for example LinkedIn and Facebook Experience of delivering recruitment objectives/ KPIs Experience of designing recruitment campaigns to attract diverse talent, both active and passive, across multiple channels/ platforms Experience of undertaking pre-employment checks and monitoring performance and compliance Experience of leading and/or supervising an operational team Good understanding of employment law, and UK Visa & Immigration regulations Desirable Experience of delivering training to groups of individuals Previous experience of medical staffing recruitment Electronic Staff Record (ESR) experience Evidence of advising on NHS conditions of service and Trust policies & procedures Values and behaviours Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together 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 Southampton NHS Trust Address Southampton General Hospital Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)