Recruitment Manager (Fixed Term 12 months)

Changeworknow is part of the Access Group; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Training and development opportunities

Holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service (WYFRS) is seeking a dynamic Recruitment Manager on a fixed-term basis to lead the organisation's recruitment function. You will ensure inclusive and legally compliant processes that support operational readiness and community representation across West Yorkshire.

You’ll guide workforce planning, analyse recruitment metrics, and drive campaigns that promote diversity while maintaining high standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of leading on recruitment across a large and complex organisation.
• Experience of workforce planning and designing and delivering inclusive recruitment campaigns accordingly.
• A strong understanding of employment law, equality and diversity legislation and public sector practices.
• Experience of analysing complex data and reporting on metrics in relation to recruitment and selection.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the recruitment function across West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, ensuring inclusive, efficient and legally compliant recruitment processes.
• Support operational readiness, workforce diversity and community representation through recruitment.
• Contribute to strategy, policy and process improvements in People and Culture Directorate.

Skills

Recruitment leadership

Workforce planning

Employment law & public sector

Data analytics & reporting

Job description

Recruitment Manager (Fixed Term 12 months)

Join West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service and make a real difference to our service and our communities.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK’s leading fire and rescue services, playing a vital role in making West Yorkshire safer. At West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) we believe everyone has a part to play, and we are looking for a dynamic and compassionate recruitment professional to join our People and Culture Directorate.

As Recruitment Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our service, with the unique job satisfaction of knowing that you are directly contributing to the recruitment of our skilled and talented workforce, and the safety and wellbeing of the people of West Yorkshire.

What you’ll do:

Lead and manage the recruitment function across West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, ensuring the delivery of inclusive, efficient and legally compliant recruitment processes that support operational readiness, workforce diversity and community representation.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience of leading on recruitment across a large and complex organisation.
• Experience of workforce planning and designing and delivering inclusive recruitment campaigns accordingly.
• A strong understanding of employment law, equality and diversity legislation and public sector practices.
• Experience of analysing complex data and reporting on metrics in relation to recruitment and selection.

What we offer:

In return for your expertise and dedication, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes

• fantastic newly built Headquarters working environment
• training and development opportunities
• generous holiday entitlement
• local government pension scheme
• free onsite parking
• Sports and Social Club with free use of gym
• an Employee Assistance Program

Job share applicants are welcome to apply.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.

The post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting around 950 firefighters who work round the clock, plus around 300 support staff, who help people and save lives.

We are a caring organisation; we promote an environment of inclusivity and learning, and welcome people from all walks of life – just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.

Closing date for all applications is Sunday 4 th October 2026 (midnight), with interviews expected to commence w/c Monday 19 th October 2026.

Internal applicants must seek their line managers permission before submitting an application.

All correspondence will usually be sent to your email account registered with the online recruitment system rather than by letter. Please check your email account regularly.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under‑represented at WYFRS, including women,racially and ethnically diverseapplicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia. We area ‘Real Living Wage’ employer

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to the safeguarding of our staff, volunteers, visitors and the community we serve. This includes protecting vulnerable adults, children and young people from potential neglect and harm. All employees must share the same commitment.