Overview
At Bellway we're building more than homes - we're building a culture.
We recognise that people are the key to our success and our goal is to provide a rewarding and fulfilling career in line with our values of quality, service and trust. In addition to this we are committed to being a more inclusive employer and invite applications from a variety of backgrounds.
The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Resourcing Partner to join us in this brand new pivotal role to lead end-to-end recruitment activity across our 20 operating Divisions and central Head Office, for a diverse portfolio of roles across the Group. The role will support in recruiting all vacancies across operational and corporate functions including construction, sales, technical, commercial, land, and all support functions, from entry to senior level appointments.
As the Group Resourcing Partner, you will work closely with senior stakeholders and the wider HR team to attract, source, and retain top talent in line with business needs, ensuring seamless and engaging candidate experience at every stage. As well as leading on recruitment activity, this exciting new role will also support the wider central HR team in the delivery of the People Plan, including key initiatives to increase diversity of hires in line with recruitment process.
Key responsibilities
- Proactively sourcing and screening applicants against vacancy requirements
- Briefing and shortlisting of candidates through each step of the application process
- Developing and implementing direct sourcing strategies to attract high-quality candidates, reducing reliance and spend on third-party agencies
- Collaborating with the resourcing team to maintain recruitment process efficiency and compliance
- Managing key internal stakeholders, including supporting hiring managers through the end-to-end recruitment process including coaching through interview and offer stages
- Liaising with third-party recruitment agencies to support hiring efforts where required
- Championing a best-in-class candidate experience, ensuring consistent communication and feedback throughout
- Building talent pools through targeted recruitment channels and social media
- Driving improvements in key recruitment metrics including time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, and direct hire ratios
- Contributing to employer branding initiatives and talent attraction campaigns to actively promote career opportunities within Bellway
- Supporting continuous improvement of recruitment processes, systems, and tools
Experience
- Proven experience in a recruitment agency or in-house talent acquisition role
- Demonstrated success in a target-driven environment with a strong focus on commercial impact
- Experience in managing multiple business units or accounts
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruitment technology platforms
- Knowledge of employment legislation and recruitment best practices
- Previous experience within construction or related sector would be advantageous
Qualifications and training
- GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C (or equivalent) or above
Skills and aptitude
- Excellent administration and organisation skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent listening and influencing skills, with the ability to manage a range of internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
- Ability to work on own as well as part of a team
- Strong understanding of sourcing techniques, recruitment marketing, and candidate engagement strategies
- Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyse and act on recruitment metrics
- Passionate about delivering exceptional candidate and hiring manager experiences
- Proficient IT skills and the ability to adapt to new systems
- Committed to equity, diversity and inclusion
Working Conditions
- Willing to be flexible in respect to day-to-day duties and hours worked
- Core hours and flexible working options available
- Office based role Monday-Friday (1 day working from home per week)
- Ad hoc travel to divisional offices as required
In return we can offer you:
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual bonus
- Contributory pension scheme
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Access to discounts and benefits portal
- ShareSave Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Life assurance
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Earn and Learn Opportunities
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person