Recruitment Advisor

Think FE Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Further Education college in Northamptonshire is seeking a Recruitment Advisor to lead recruitment activities and support hiring managers in attracting and onboarding high-quality candidates. The role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits including 33 days of annual leave, a local government pension scheme, and access to discounted services. Ideal for a motivated individual ready to make an impact in a supportive working culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme with 20% employer contribution

Discounted on-site gym and nursery

Free on-site parking

Access to high street discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a recruitment role with knowledge of employment law.
• Confident in advising hiring managers on recruitment practices.
• Motivated team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment activities and support hiring managers.
• Create adverts and manage the recruitment process.
• Ensure compliance with recruitment practices and legislation.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Education

Degree educated or CIPD Level 5 qualified

Job description

Overview

An Ofsted rated Good College in Northamptonshire.

About the role

Are you passionate about connecting talent with opportunity? We are seeking a dynamic Recruitment Advisor to join a forward thinking Further Education college in Northamptonshire.

In this role, you will lead on recruitment activity across the College, supporting hiring managers to attract, assess and onboard high quality candidates. You ll help raise the profile of the College as an employer of choice and ensure all recruitment practices are in line with current legislation and best practice.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to plan and deliver effective recruitment campaigns
• Create engaging adverts and promote roles across a wide range of media and platforms
• Manage the recruitment process from start to finish, including interviews and onboarding
• Ensure compliance with safer recruitment practices and employment law
• Promote the College brand and support talent attraction strategies through events and partnerships
• Maintain recruitment KPIs and ensure data accuracy in all reporting and system updates

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a recruitment role with a strong grasp of employment law and safer recruitment practices
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and confident advising hiring managers
• Familiar with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and social media sourcing
• Desirable: Degree educated or CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards
• A motivated team player with excellent communication and organisational skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £31,000 £35,000 per annum
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays (plus 5 College closure days)
• Local Government Pension Scheme with 20% employer contribution
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Discounted on-site gym and nursery (subject to availability)
• Free on-site parking and cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to high street discounts, wellbeing support, and subsidised catering

Why join?

You ll be joining a respected Further Education provider known for its specialised provision and supportive working culture. The college is committed to staff development, innovation, and student success making it a rewarding environment for an experienced recruiter looking to make an impact.

Next steps

Once you ve applied, one of our friendly Further Education consultants at Think FE Ltd. will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

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