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Head of Recruitment Strategy

3 months ago


Worthing, West Sussex, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Overview

We are pleased to announce an opportunity for a seasoned leader in resourcing to join our esteemed NHS Trust. The Head of Resourcing & Workforce Services will serve as the primary authority for recruitment and HR transactional services, playing a pivotal role within the people directorate. This position requires collaboration with the Director of Workforce Planning & Deployment, making it ideal for individuals who can navigate both strategic and operational details to ensure service excellence and drive improvements.

This role presents numerous challenges but is fundamentally transformational, offering significant opportunities for professional growth. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.

While this position is expected to be full-time, we are open to flexible working arrangements, including a combination of remote and office-based work.

Main Responsibilities

The Head of Resourcing & Workforce Services will leverage extensive expertise in healthcare recruitment and HR processes to spearhead the development of innovative resourcing strategies and oversee a premier HR transactional service.

The successful candidate will act as the Trust's lead for resourcing, providing strategic, business-oriented guidance to nursing and allied health professional leadership teams, as well as other organizational leaders. You will be responsible for enhancing the UHSussex employer brand and ensuring a robust market presence both locally and internationally.

The key responsibilities include:

  • Leading talent acquisition and resourcing initiatives.
  • Overseeing HR transactional services, including payroll support.
  • Managing the recruitment of temporary staffing solutions.
  • Driving workforce transformation in collaboration with clinical leaders.
  • Leading resourcing components of workforce planning processes.
  • Ensuring resourcing strategies promote Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.

Working for Our Organization

At UHSussex, we believe that diversity is our strength. We strive to create an inclusive environment that prioritizes patient care, as evidenced by our Outstanding rating for Caring from the CQC. Your unique experiences will contribute to our innovative community, where everyone is encouraged to thrive. We offer various Staff Networks to foster inclusivity and provide support for new members.

We are committed to treating our patients and staff with compassion and empathy. Our extensive Wellbeing Programme is designed to support staff when needed, recognizing that self-care is essential for caring for others.

As a university trust and leader in healthcare research, we value continuous learning and development. From your first day with us, we will support your growth and career progression, ensuring you feel valued for your contributions.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

  • Conducting research on talent acquisition trends to inform resourcing policies.
  • Managing the complete recruitment cycle and ensuring high-quality support for line managers.
  • Collaborating with leaders to develop strategies for filling challenging roles.
  • Enhancing the recruitment and selection process to improve hiring timelines.
  • Ensuring compliance with NHS Employment Check Standards.
  • Acting as a senior resourcing business partner for senior appointments.
  • Promoting the UHSussex employer brand across various markets.
  • Coordinating social media efforts related to talent acquisition.
  • Providing guidance on advertising language and messaging.
  • Leading psychometric assessments in line with best practices.
  • Maintaining a focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion in all practices.

Person Specification

Experience/Qualifications

Essential Criteria

  • Extensive in-house recruitment experience at a senior level.
  • Proven success in leading a recruitment function.
  • Experience in supporting senior leaders with resourcing plans.
  • Master's degree in human resource management or equivalent experience.
  • Demonstrated success in delivering change and performance improvements.
  • Experience in designing recruitment assessment methods.
  • Experience in coaching and developing teams.
  • Significant experience in permanent resourcing strategies within large organizations.
  • MCIPD or equivalent professional experience in HR/Resourcing leadership.

Desirable Criteria

  • Qualification in psychometric assessment.
  • Previous experience in NHS resourcing.
  • Experience managing an HR service center or similar service.

Skills/Knowledge

Essential Criteria

  • Expert knowledge of NHS terms and conditions.
  • Strong understanding of HR transactional services management.
  • In-depth knowledge of the NHS workforce agenda.

People Management and Development

Essential Criteria

  • Experience in performance management and team development.
  • Inclusive and supportive leadership style.
  • Experience in coaching managers in recruitment practices.

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience at Head of service level.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential Criteria

  • Evidence of championing diversity in previous roles.
  • Commitment to personal development in understanding equality issues.

Important Information for Applicants

Flexible Working: If you wish to discuss flexible working options, please contact the recruiting manager.

DBS Checks: We conduct Disclosure and Barring Service checks for eligible roles to ensure a safe working environment.

Skilled Worker Visa: We welcome applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship for eligible candidates.

Closing Adverts Early: We may close this role early if we receive a high volume of applications.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if necessary.