Job summary
International Recruitment Lead
Band 7 (or 6 dependent upon experience) (indicative of job matching)
12 months Fixed term, full time (flexible working hours may be considered)
We are excited to be embarking on a project to attract and recruit Registered Nurses and Allied Health Professionals from overseas. We are looking to recruit an experienced senior leader who will provide strong project leadership across the Trust to this programme. Overseas recruitment has never been done at the Trust at scale before so will provide the successful applicant with a blank canvas to make the project their own.
Our ideal candidate will be committed to the attraction, on-boarding and ongoing professional and pastoral development and support of our international recruits.
Main duties of the job
This key role within HR will take the strategic and operational lead for international recruitment campaigns, developing the appropriate frameworks and support packages required to effectively recruit, support and retain international recruits across LCHS.
This includes developing and implementing appropriate frameworks and tools to support international recruits in all aspects including:
- with resettlement including travel, accommodation and orientation to the UK and Lincolnshire
- with assisting in undertaking necessary preparation for their ability to work legally and safely, adhering to all necessary examinations ie OSCE etc
- with training and induction
- ensuring professional and social integration into the Trust and its geographical surroundings (pastoral support).
As this is a new endeavour for the Trust, this role is advertised on a 12 month fixed term basis currently.
You will have excellent organisational and planning skills, coupled with a proven ability to prioritise your resources to meet deadlines. A forward-thinking individual, with experience of international recruitment and strong leadership skills, you will be based within HR and work collaboratively with operational leaders and teams across the Trust.
You will be joining us at an exciting time and will therefore, be integral to the ongoing design and development of the international recruitment service. If you want to make a difference to your community this is the ideal opportunity for you.
About us
Why LCHS?
We recognise that our people are our best asset. LCHS is a flexible employer that is family and carer friendly. We believe in getting things done, not presenteeism. Our staff Health and Wellbeing offer is exemplary with a range of internal and commissioned services to assist employees with a range of difficulties. Our leadership and professional development offers are also outstanding with access to a range of internal programmes, external courses, apprenticeships, and a system-level coaching programme.
Why Lincolnshire?
The Human Resources department is based at LCHS HQ in Lincoln however we operate a hybrid working approach with a blend of office and home working.
Lincolnshire is a vibrant, varied county with rolling countryside, historic market towns and villages, and an award-winning coastline. The cost of living makes Lincolnshire an attractive and affordable place to live.
For more information on our beautiful and welcoming county go to to the Visit Lincolnshire webpage. For information on health and social care careers in the county see the Be in Lincolnshire webpage.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full information on the role please see the attached job description and person specification. If you have any questions or would like an informal chat about the role, please contact Sam Frankland - HR Business Partner, samantha.frankland1@nhs.net or 07583 133566 or Kerry Swift Head of HR, kerry.swift@nhs.net or 07580 526123
Assessments are planned for Wednesday 16th November.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full information on the role please see the attached job description and person specification. If you have any questions or would like an informal chat about the role, please contact Sam Frankland - HR Business Partner, samantha.frankland1@nhs.net or 07583 133566 or Kerry Swift Head of HR, kerry.swift@nhs.net or 07580 526123
Assessments are planned for Wednesday 16th November.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience in a relevant area i.e. Nursing, AHP, Social Worker, HR, Project Management.
- Demonstration of relevant ongoing professional development.
Desirable
- Project management experience and/or qualification
- Relevant HR related qualification or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience taking the lead on complex employee relations areas providing specialist, professional support in relation to international recruitment and resourcing.
- Experience of effective partnership working with union representatives and a wide range of both internal and external partners.
- Previous experience of leadership and line management including performance, capability and appraisals.
- Strong influencing and communication skills, using a range of techniques to best effect. Able to deliver messages effectively at all levels.
- Experience analysing and interpreting resourcing/ HR metrics
Desirable
- Contracts and procurement experience
- Experience of managing 3rd party supplier relationships (eg recruitment agencies)
- Senior professional with substantial experience of working at a senior level in a very large, complex organisation in a highly unionised environment.
- Project management experience
Skills/Competencies
Essential
- Excellent communication and report writing skills.
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Ability to prioritise resources to meet deadlines
- Good levels of emotional and cultural intelligence
- Ability to overcome barriers and formulate plans with good attention to detail.
- Team working skills and the ability to develop excellent working relationships with all levels of staff within the Trust as well as external organisations
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive specialist knowledge of international recruitment.
- Knowledge and experience of onboarding and supporting international recruits.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office ie word, excel, powerpoint etc.
Desirable
- General knowledge and experience of NHS services
- Recent knowledge of employment legislation and recruitment/best practice.
Special attributes/specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to plan and organise own workload with a high level of autonomy ensuring deadlines can be met to agreed timeframes and with ability to be flexible in approach
- Able to present complex and sensitive information to senior managers, healthcare professionals and present to large groups
Special attributes/specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel both nationally and internationally on occasions if required, and also within the geographical work area and appropriate travel insurance to carry passengers as and when required
- Ability to work flexibly, sometimes outside of normal office hours as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience in a relevant area i.e. Nursing, AHP, Social Worker, HR, Project Management.
- Demonstration of relevant ongoing professional development.
Desirable
- Project management experience and/or qualification
- Relevant HR related qualification or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience taking the lead on complex employee relations areas providing specialist, professional support in relation to international recruitment and resourcing.
- Experience of effective partnership working with union representatives and a wide range of both internal and external partners.
- Previous experience of leadership and line management including performance, capability and appraisals.
- Strong influencing and communication skills, using a range of techniques to best effect. Able to deliver messages effectively at all levels.
- Experience analysing and interpreting resourcing/ HR metrics
Desirable
- Contracts and procurement experience
- Experience of managing 3rd party supplier relationships (eg recruitment agencies)
- Senior professional with substantial experience of working at a senior level in a very large, complex organisation in a highly unionised environment.
- Project management experience
Skills/Competencies
Essential
- Excellent communication and report writing skills.
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Ability to prioritise resources to meet deadlines
- Good levels of emotional and cultural intelligence
- Ability to overcome barriers and formulate plans with good attention to detail.
- Team working skills and the ability to develop excellent working relationships with all levels of staff within the Trust as well as external organisations
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive specialist knowledge of international recruitment.
- Knowledge and experience of onboarding and supporting international recruits.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office ie word, excel, powerpoint etc.
Desirable
- General knowledge and experience of NHS services
- Recent knowledge of employment legislation and recruitment/best practice.
Special attributes/specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to plan and organise own workload with a high level of autonomy ensuring deadlines can be met to agreed timeframes and with ability to be flexible in approach
- Able to present complex and sensitive information to senior managers, healthcare professionals and present to large groups
Special attributes/specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel both nationally and internationally on occasions if required, and also within the geographical work area and appropriate travel insurance to carry passengers as and when required
- Ability to work flexibly, sometimes outside of normal office hours as required
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
