Supporting transformation in a dynamic environment   

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

The Post 

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the HR Service. We are committed to providing a high quality customer focused recruitment service by proactively building relationships with internal customers and a range of partners to deliver an efficient and effective service. 

You will provide a dedicated service to allocated departments across the council maintaining a high level of client focus and professionalism across a broad range of activities including support the management and delivery of effective recruitment and selection services. Manage all senior recruitment activity at Head of Service level and above including the management of schools’ traded service activity – on BEST Brent – and the Newly Qualified Teachers (NQT) recruitment programme. 

We are looking for a Senior Recruitment Advisor to join our busy fast-paced environment. You will work closely with the Recruitment Manager to provide an effective recruitment service that meets the needs of both the customer and key stakeholders across the council. 

The Person 

You will have successful experience of managing recruitment campaigns in their entirety in a large complex organisation and experience of developing, maintaining high quality administrative and information systems and have the ability to undertake multi-recruitment assignments within deadlines. 

You will have previous experience of improving recruitment and selection service delivery to support the business objectives. Ability to undertake complex research, prepare and present information clearly and concisely in writing and verbally at all levels both internally and externally and provide evidence of continuous professional development relevant to recruitment and selection. 

If you are highly-motivated, adaptable and looking to make your mark in an innovative and aspiring organisation, then we would like to hear from you.

Closing Date: 9 July 2019 (23:00)

Assessment & Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. 

Applications are particularly welcome from people with disabilities and LGBT (lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender) applicants as they are under-represented across the council. 

All organisations and individuals who work with children and young people, or are involved in providing services for them have a duty to safeguard and promote their welfare. 

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Before you join Brent Council, you will need to provide your National Insurance (NI) number and undergo a Home Office Standard I.D. check.

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position. 

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