About the role
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This pivotal leadership role will oversee the design and delivery of recruitment strategies, embedding our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) and inclusive culture.
You will:
1. Lead and inspire a high-performing Talent and Recruitment team, ensuring optimal structure, capability, and professional development.
2. Design and deliver innovative recruitment strategies that position Manchester Met as a sector leader, embedding our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) and inclusive culture.
3. Drive transformation through creative approaches to recruitment campaigns, technology enhancements, and process improvements.
4. Collaborate with senior stakeholders across the University to influence decision-making and shape talent strategies aligned with organisational goals.
5. Oversee senior-level recruitment ownership of exceptional senior-level recruitment, leading and managing high-impact campaigns and initiatives that attract top leadership talent. Ensure seamless delivery, strategic oversight, and continuous improvement of all senior hiring activities
6. Champion data-driven insights to evaluate recruitment effectiveness, benchmark against sector best practice, and inform future initiatives.
7. Represent Manchester Met externally, building networks and partnerships to enhance our reputation and attract diverse talent.
About the candidate:
We are looking for a strategic leader with substantial experience in recruitment and talent management. Leadership skills and experience are essential for this role.
To be successful in this role you will have:
8. substantial experience in recruitment and talent management,
9. a proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment,
10. strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills (at all levels),
11. expertise in recruitment technology, social media, and data analytics.
12. A CIPD (or equivalent) with a track record of continuous professional development,
13. creativity, resilience, and a passion for delivering exceptional candidate experiences.