AMS PSR

On behalf of The Insolvency Service, we are looking for a Recruitment Officer (Inside IR35) for a 6 month contract (possible extension) based Hybrid working (2/3 days per week in Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, London or Nottingham office and remaining WFH)

The main duties and responsibilities of the Recruitment Officer would be to:

• Assist in managing recruitment campaigns from start to finish, including the creation of vacancy adverts, conduct assurance checks and manage assessment data, and providing feedback communication to candidates.
• Provide recruitment approvals, working with vacancy holders to ensure appropriate governance is maintained for all types of vacancy.
• Provide advice, guidance, and support with recruitment, ensuring it remains fair and open and in line with policy and procedure.
• Support with onboarding to ensure a smooth transition into the workplace, including the drafting of employee contracts and handling of candidate ID documents.
• Maintain accurate records and provide administrative support, adhering to data protection regulations.
• Respond to enquiries from candidates and stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.
• Build and maintain great working relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Occasional travel will be required to attend team meetings.

Essential:

• Excellent organisational skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines effectively.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks, while also being a team player.
• A problem-solving approach and the ability to find effective solutions.
• A commitment to providing excellent customer service to both candidates and stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues at all levels.

Desirable:

• Experience of working in a recruitment or HR environment.
• Knowledge of diversity and inclusion principles in recruitment.

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. 

Disability Confident  

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, The Insolvency Service guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply.  

DE&I Commitment 

The Insolvency Service guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. 

Armed Forces Covenant  

The Insolvency Service guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. 

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".