Internal Recruitment Manager

About Kinect:

Were Kinect Services, a leading Care, Transport, and Training Service Provider in Rayleigh on a mission, to enrich the lives of every single individual accessing critical Care, Transport and Training services across Essex and beyond.

As a leading domiciliary care service provider in Essex, we are dedicated to offering personalised, top-quality care to individuals right in the comfort of their own homes. Our approach is rooted in a deep understanding of each individual's unique needs, ensuring we deliver care that significantly enriches the lives of our service users. By promoting independence and comfort within their own communities, we empower them to live life on their terms.

Furthermore, our integrated transport business unit plays a crucial role in this mission, providing safe and reliable transportation to the SEN Home-to-School and Adult Social Care markets, enhancing accessibility and support to the diverse needs of those we proudly serve.

The Role:

Reporting to the People Manager, you are the cornerstone of our internal recruitment and talent acquisition endeavours. In this dynamic role, you'll oversee the entire hiring process, from initial sourcing to final selection, ensuring a seamless and effective recruitment journey. Leading a dedicated team of recruiters, your guidance will be instrumental in shaping their strategies and success.

Your background in high-volume recruitment equips you with a unique understanding of the fast-paced nature of talent acquisition. At Kinect, you'll channel this experience into fostering a sense of urgency and efficiency in our recruitment processes. Your ability to swiftly identify and engage with top talent will not only fill immediate vacancies but also strategically build our talent reserves for future needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment Strategies: Devise and implement innovative, cost-effective mass recruitment strategies that are in harmony with the organisation's objectives, ensuring a perfect blend of efficiency and efficacy.
• Leadership Collaboration: Forge strong relationships with the leadership team, orchestrating cross-functional recruitment campaigns through collaborative efforts to enhance our hiring success.
• Partnership with People Manager: Work closely with the People Manager and other department heads, gaining a comprehensive understanding of hiring needs and contributing to strategic workforce planning.
• Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire recruitment process, from sourcing to onboarding, including conducting essential compliance checks, to ensure a thorough and compliant hiring journey.
• Multi-Channel Sourcing: Utilise a variety of channels, including internal and external job boards and referral programmes, to attract and secure top-tier talent, strengthening our organisation.
• Candidate Assessment: Conduct in-depth individual and group interviews, meticulously evaluate candidate competencies, and provide well-informed recommendations to the Senior Management Team.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a small team of recruiters, offering expert guidance and support, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Workload Coordination: Efficiently allocate tasks amongst team members, ensuring optimal team performance and the achievement of ambitious recruitment targets.
• Internal Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with department heads, hiring managers, and other key internal stakeholders, ensuring a unified approach to talent acquisition.
• Data-Driven Recruitment: Leverage sophisticated recruitment tools to meticulously track and analyse key metrics, providing insightful, data-driven reports to inform decision-making.
• Continuous Improvement: Regularly analyse recruitment data to identify areas for enhancement, and agilely implement strategic changes to continuously elevate our recruitment processes.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A minimum of 3 years of Recruitment Management experience. (Either in-house or Agency)
• Experience in building and maintaining a talent pipeline.
• Strong understanding of both paid and organic talent acquisition channels.
• A creative mindset, always looking for innovative ways to attract and retain talent.
• Youre a natural relationship builder, with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven experience in recruitment, with a flair for leading teams and driving volume recruitment initiatives.
• Bachelors degree in HR, Business, or related field (preferred).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Company vehicle for business use.
• Employee health and wellbeing programme.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Employee discount and referral programmes.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Contribution to shaping positive employee relations within the organisation.

Why Join Us?

Join our supportive and dynamic team at Kinect Services, where every day is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the community!

We're proud to offer continuous training and development, ensuring your growth aligns with our ambitious standards. Along with a competitive salary, you will find immense satisfaction and fulfilment in your role.

At Kinect Services, we uphold a commitment to fair recruitment practices and equal opportunities for all our employees. We strive to create a workplace that's free from discrimination, where everyone, current and potential future employees alike, is treated with dignity and respect.

Armed Forces Covenant - We Are Bronze!

The Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) represents our nation's pledge to uphold fairness for all military personnel and their families. In the UK, businesses endorse this commitment through a covenant, reflecting principles that Kinect embraces as an organisation.

Should you be a Reservist, Veteran or Service Leader, Spouse or Partner, or Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, we are committed to being a defence friendly organisation. We are aiming to gain Silver Status in the near future to further demonstrate our support.

Please note this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.