Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning Partner

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Generous leave

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning Officer to lead recruitment for a range of roles within the council. The role combines recruitment management, onboarding oversight, and events coordination in a hybrid, 37-hour week based at County Hall, West Bridgford.

You will develop inclusive attraction strategies, support training programmes, and ensure compliant recruitment administration and reporting.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in recruitment and workforce planning, preferably within a public sector environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with recruitment software and databases.

Responsibilities

• Manage Recruitment: Oversee the recruitment process for various positions, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for candidates and hiring managers.
• Coordinate Events: Organise recruitment events and interviews to attract top talent.
• Support Training Programmes: Assist with various training initiatives and programmes to foster professional development.
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain efficient recruitment administration and reporting to uphold our standards and policies.
• Enhance Attraction Strategies: Develop and implement inclusive attraction strategies to engage a diverse range of candidates.
• Required Skills and Qualifications

Skills

Recruitment & workforce planning

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Relevant qualification in HR/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Job Description / Person Specification

Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning Officer JDPS.pdf – 198KB Opens in a new window

Salary: £35,570 - £40,444 per annum

Type of vacancy: Permanent

Work pattern: Full Time

Hours per week: 37

Work Base: County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP

Working Arrangements: Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning Officer JDPS.pdf – 198KB Opens in a new window

Competency Framework

Tier 7b

Number of posts: 1

Interview date: 23 September 2026

Closing Date

16 September 2026 23:55

Nottinghamshire County Council is committed to serving our community with compassion and dedication. We strive to create a welcoming workplace where every individual is valued and empowered. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve!

Are you passionate about people and recruitment? As a Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning Officer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our council's talent acquisition efforts. Your focus will be on developing inclusive strategies that attract diverse candidates, reduce vacancies, and lessen our reliance on agency workers. You will manage recruitment processes, oversee advertising and onboarding, and coordinate recruitment events. This is your chance to contribute to a skilled and stable workforce at Nottinghamshire County Council!

In This Dynamic Role, You Will

• Manage Recruitment: Oversee the recruitment process for various positions, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for candidates and hiring managers.
• Coordinate Events: Organise recruitment events and interviews to attract top talent.
• Support Training Programmes: Assist with various training initiatives and programmes to foster professional development.
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain efficient recruitment administration and reporting to uphold our standards and policies.
• Enhance Attraction Strategies: Develop and implement inclusive attraction strategies to engage a diverse range of candidates.
• Required Skills and Qualifications

To Succeed In This Role, You Should Have

• A relevant qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in recruitment and workforce planning, preferably within a public sector environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with recruitment software and databases.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Demonstrate

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to engage effectively with candidates and stakeholders.
• Organisational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Teamwork: A collaborative spirit to work well within a team and build positive relationships.
• Problem-Solving: A proactive approach to identifying challenges and implementing solutions.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we believe in supporting our staff. Here’s what we offer

• A Place to Belong: Join a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career advancement to help you grow.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your personal life.
• Generous Leave: Enjoy a competitive leave package to recharge and refresh.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Steve Brooks on 0115 977 4897 or by email [e-mail].

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.