The Company Our client is a highly respected, values-led organisation operating within the social care sector. They are dedicated to delivering person-centred services that make a meaningful and lasting difference to the lives of the individuals and communities they support. The Recruitment & Talent Officer will play a key role in delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality recruitment processes across the organisation. This position combines operational recruitment delivery with strategic input, supporting talent attraction initiatives and continuous improvement of systems and practices. Key responsibilities include: Lead end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring best practice and compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements Review and improve recruitment practices, identifying efficiencies and implementing process enhancements Provide training, coaching, and guidance to hiring managers on recruitment and selection best practice Oversee pre-employment checks, ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies Conduct audits and spot checks on recruitment files, addressing risks and ensuring continuous improvement Manage vacancy advertising across multiple platforms, ensuring accuracy and strong candidate attraction Act as a key point of contact for hiring managers, providing updates and recruitment support throughout the hiring lifecycle Produce and analyse recruitment data and reports to inform decision-making and workforce planning Lead on recruitment systems and process improvement projects (e.g. ATS, HR systems, e-signature platforms) Support and lead recruitment campaigns and events, including graduate and student attraction initiatives Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders such as colleges, universities, and professional networks Collaborate with marketing teams to strengthen employer branding and attraction strategies Provide expert advice on visa requirements, right to work legislation, and employment compliance Contribute to strategic workforce planning, identifying trends, risks, and solutions for hard-to-fill roles The Person Essential Criteria: Proven experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes within a regulated or high-compliance environment Strong knowledge of recruitment best practice, employment legislation, and pre-employment checks Experience advising and supporting managers on recruitment and selection processes Ability to analyse data and produce meaningful reports to inform decision-making Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a high-volume and varied workload Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships internally and externally High level of IT proficiency, including HR systems and MS Office Desirable Criteria: Experience working within the health, social care, or not-for-profit sector Experience delivering recruitment campaigns, events, or employer branding initiatives Knowledge of visa and right to work processes Relevant HR or recruitment qualification but not essential Package & Benefits Hybrid or flexible working options Pension contribution Ongoing training and development opportunities Opportunity to work within a purpose-driven and supportive organisation On-site parking How to Apply To apply for this role, submit your CV via the application form provided. Alternatively, to speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please contact Zeena Jackson via. Disclaimer If you have a disability which means you require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us directly to discuss. Honeycomb is committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Please note, we are receiving an exceptionally high number of applications at present and will be unable to shortlist candidates who are not meeting the specific requirements for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we may be unable to provide individual feedback. We thank you in advance for your understanding.T his position is subject to an Enhanced criminal record check through AccessNI. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position. Benefits: Hybrid Working