Head Of Talent & Vetting

Morson Talent; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing recruitment firm in Leeds seeks a Head of Talent Acquisition & Vetting to lead the recruitment function. You will ensure compliance, oversee recruitment processes, and contribute to long-term strategy. Ideal candidates are experienced in high volume recruitment, possess strong leadership skills, and are knowledgeable about vetting regulations. This is a permanent, full-time position working Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a similar role in a high volume environment.
• Strong understanding of vetting regulations and recruitment best practices.
• Experience leading a team.
• Able to strategise long-term recruitment plans.
• Strong leadership style with sound decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment function and ensure compliance.
• Lead on recruitment projects and strategy.
• Monitor time-to-hire and quality-of-hire metrics.
• Partner with leadership to meet business needs.
• Ensure an excellent candidate experience.

Skills

Experience in high volume recruitment

Understanding of vetting regulations

Leadership skills

Strategic planning

Knowledge of UK employment laws

Job description

Overview

Morson Talent is excited to be partnering with a growing business based in Leeds to find a Head of Talent Acquisition & Vetting. This is a permanent opportunity, Monday-Friday.

You will be responsible for overseeing the Recruitment function, leading on matters of compliance to ensure diligent recruitment processes are followed, as well as contributing to long term strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide general support, mentorship, and direction to the recruitment department
• Ensure compliance is maintained throughout all hiring processes, partnering with Management throughout the organisation to achieve this
• Contribute to and lead on recruitment projects, as well as ensure a viable and sustainable long-term strategy is in place for current and future hiring needs
• Monitor the recruitment team to ensure continuous improvement and maintain achieving targets, providing feedback to senior leadership
• Partner with senior leadership to understand business needs and devise an effective recruitment strategy
• Oversee and support in end-to-end recruitment processes
• Maintain consistent awareness and knowledge of UK employment laws relevant to hiring
• Liaise with external partners and stakeholders of the organisation, as required
• Monitor time-to-hire, quality-of-hire, and compliance metrics
• Ensure an excellent candidate experience is administered throughout the team in each hiring process

Personal Specification

• Experience working in a similar role in a high volume environment
• Strong understanding of vetting regulations and processes, recruitment best practice, and a thorough knowledge of end-to-end recruitment processes
• Experience leading a team
• Able to strategise long-term recruitment plans
• Strong leadership style with acumen when making decisions and providing guidance

Interested in finding out more? Get in touch with Joanna.