Head of Recruitment
hace 17 horas
Leeds
Job summaryAkari Care is a leading provider of residential and nursing care services for older people, operating 31 care homes across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care supported by an effective operational and recruitment function. To apply for this role please provide details of your current remuneration package, location and outline your relevant experience and suitability for the role. Overview of Role and responsibilities Provide strategic leadership and effective management of recruitment within the business. Develop and implement the business recruitment strategy Provision of in-house expertise (including international recruitment), providing advice to the Senior Management Team and wider business as required. Provision of the same expertise in cross-functional strategic and operational projects Demonstrable experience and expertise in international recruitment, maintenance of sponsorship licenses and certificates, and compliance with Home Office reporting, systems and portal obligations Responsibility for recruitment systems including job posting (Hire Intelligence) and application tracking (We Are Landed). Management of relationships with systems and ...Main duties of the jobThe Head of Recruitment role at Akari Care involves providing strategic leadership and managing recruitment within the organization. This includes developing and implementing recruitment strategies, offering in-house expertise in international recruitment, and advising the Senior Management Team. The role involves maintaining sponsorship licenses, ensuring compliance with Home Office obligations, and managing recruitment systems such as job posting and application tracking. Additionally, the role requires interpreting KPIs for proactive insight, collaborating with operational colleagues for workforce planning, and ensuring recruitment processes comply with laws and regulations. The Head of Recruitment also contributes to operational and financial targets, mentors a team of five direct reports, and partakes in ad hoc projects aligned with the Groups objectives. Demonstrating Akari Cares values throughout the recruitment process and driving reputation-enhancing initiatives forms an essential part of the responsibilities.About usAkari Care is a prominent provider specializing in residential and nursing care services aimed at older individuals. With operations spanning across 31 care homes in the UK, the company emphasizes delivering premium-quality care, backed by robust operational and recruitment functions. Akari Care is committed to recognizing and rewarding the dedication of its colleagues through competitive benefits, such as a competitive salary, cash bonuses, pension schemes, and ample training and development opportunities. The organization is guided by core values emphasizing personalized, kind, trusted, and community-driven care, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Akari Care is particularly supportive of applications from the Armed Forces community, valuing the skills and commitment that veterans bring. The company is dedicated to creating a workplace culture that acknowledges and celebrates individual and team achievements consistently through Recognition and Values Awards.DetailsDate posted07 August 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage. ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number1535296417Job locationsAkari CareLeedsLS11 5DZUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesAkari Care is a leading provider of residential and nursing care services for older people, operating 31 care homes across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care supported by an effective operational and recruitment function.To apply for this role please provide details of your current remuneration package, location and outline your relevant experience and suitability for the role. Overview of Role and responsibilitiesProvide strategic leadership and effective management of recruitment within the business. Develop and implement the business recruitment strategyProvision of in-house expertise (including international recruitment), providing advice to the Senior Management Team and wider business as required. Provision of the same expertise in cross-functional strategic and operational projectsDemonstrable experience and expertise in international recruitment, maintenance of sponsorship licenses and certificates, and compliance with Home Office reporting, systems and portal obligationsResponsibility for recruitment systems including job posting (Hire Intelligence) and application tracking (We Are Landed). Management of relationships with systems and other suppliersProvision of proactive insight through interpretation of KPIs and other dataWorking collaboratively with operational Colleagues to support the business including the management and safe reduction of agency and solving resourcing challenges. Workforce planning and pipeliningEnsuring recruitment processes comply with employment laws and regulations, and analysing recruitment metrics to improve efficiency and effectivenessContribution to achievement of operational and financial targetsThe capture and utilisation of market intelligence, benchmarking and insightLeading, mentoring, and managing a team of 5 direct reports to ensure high performance and effective hiring practicesRecognised recruitment expertise requiring minimum of supervision.Commitment to doing as well as leadingManagement and delivery of ad hoc projects in line with Groups strategic objectivesAny other task, consistent with the position of Head of Recruitment, as required by the Board of DirectorsDisplaying and demonstrating Akari Care Values throughout the recruitment processDriving initiatives to enhance Akari Cares reputation as an employer of choice, including participation in job fairs and recruitmentPerson Specification:Strong personal driveVersatility and flexibility ability to adapt to changes in agenda and task requirementsExcellent communication skills including verbal and writtenKnowledge of resourcing practices and experience of managing recruitment deliveryTeam player hands on, sleeves up approachDiligence to ensure work is completed to the highest standard, working accurately and efficientlyTakes full ownership of own role and objectivesCan do approach with tenacity and experience in a dynamic, commercial environmentConfident in own abilities but prepared to listen to ColleaguesProactive in seeking guidance when working beyond current knowledge or experienceResourceful in seeking guidance and problem solvingAbility to influence at all levels, both internally and externallyWillingness to travel around the Akari Care estateNecessary Skills/Qualifications:Demonstrable knowledge and experience of international recruitment and related complianceDegree educatedVery strong attention to detailHighly developed verbal and written reporting skills to inform and explain succinctlyConsistently produces work to the highest standardAbility to communicate confidently with people at all levelsAble to prioritise work based on deadlines and importanceA proven problem solver proactive in identifying issues, recommending solutions and implementing agreed recommendationsAbility to motivate and engage the recruitment function to meet targets and KPIs.Experience of managing recruitment functionDesirable ExperienceExisting care sector (or similar) experienceExperience of working at Head of Department levelBenefits and RecognitionAt Akari Care, we are committed to recognising and rewarding the dedication of our Colleagues. As part of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance, including:Competitive salary and annual leave entitlementCash bonus subject to achievement of business targetsPension schemeLife coverEmployee Assistance Programme, providing confidential support and adviceAccess to a range of retail, leisure, and lifestyle discountsTraining and development opportunities to support career progressionRecognition and Values Awards celebrating individual and team achievementsSupportive and inclusive working environmentOur ValuesAt Akari Care, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We recognise colleagues who consistently demonstrate our commitment to being:Personalised treating every individual as unique and tailoring our approach accordingly.Kind showing compassion, empathy, and respect in all interactions.Caring - Creating a warmand inclusive environment in which our residents and staff have a sense of security and belonging.Trusted acting with integrity, professionalism, and accountability.Community working together to create supportive environments for residents, Colleagues, and the communities we serve.We believe that by recognising and celebrating these values, we create a positive workplace culture for all our Colleagues.Akari Care is proudly working towards achieving Veteran Friendly Frameworkstatus, demonstrating our commitment to supporting those who have served. We warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication that they bring to our teams. Job description Job responsibilitiesAkari Care is a leading provider of residential and nursing care services for older people, operating 31 care homes across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care supported by an effective operational and recruitment function.To apply for this role please provide details of your current remuneration package, location and outline your relevant experience and suitability for the role. Overview of Role and responsibilitiesProvide strategic leadership and effective management of recruitment within the business. Develop and implement the business recruitment strategyProvision of in-house expertise (including international recruitment), providing advice to the Senior Management Team and wider business as required. Provision of the same expertise in cross-functional strategic and operational projectsDemonstrable experience and expertise in international recruitment, maintenance of sponsorship licenses and certificates, and compliance with Home Office reporting, systems and portal obligationsResponsibility for recruitment systems including job posting (Hire Intelligence) and application tracking (We Are Landed). Management of relationships with systems and other suppliersProvision of proactive insight through interpretation of KPIs and other dataWorking collaboratively with operational Colleagues to support the business including the management and safe reduction of agency and solving resourcing challenges. Workforce planning and pipeliningEnsuring recruitment processes comply with employment laws and regulations, and analysing recruitment metrics to improve efficiency and effectivenessContribution to achievement of operational and financial targetsThe capture and utilisation of market intelligence, benchmarking and insightLeading, mentoring, and managing a team of 5 direct reports to ensure high performance and effective hiring practicesRecognised recruitment expertise requiring minimum of supervision.Commitment to doing as well as leadingManagement and delivery of ad hoc projects in line with Groups strategic objectivesAny other task, consistent with the position of Head of Recruitment, as required by the Board of DirectorsDisplaying and demonstrating Akari Care Values throughout the recruitment processDriving initiatives to enhance Akari Cares reputation as an employer of choice, including participation in job fairs and recruitmentPerson Specification:Strong personal driveVersatility and flexibility ability to adapt to changes in agenda and task requirementsExcellent communication skills including verbal and writtenKnowledge of resourcing practices and experience of managing recruitment deliveryTeam player hands on, sleeves up approachDiligence to ensure work is completed to the highest standard, working accurately and efficientlyTakes full ownership of own role and objectivesCan do approach with tenacity and experience in a dynamic, commercial environmentConfident in own abilities but prepared to listen to ColleaguesProactive in seeking guidance when working beyond current knowledge or experienceResourceful in seeking guidance and problem solvingAbility to influence at all levels, both internally and externallyWillingness to travel around the Akari Care estateNecessary Skills/Qualifications:Demonstrable knowledge and experience of international recruitment and related complianceDegree educatedVery strong attention to detailHighly developed verbal and written reporting skills to inform and explain succinctlyConsistently produces work to the highest standardAbility to communicate confidently with people at all levelsAble to prioritise work based on deadlines and importanceA proven problem solver proactive in identifying issues, recommending solutions and implementing agreed recommendationsAbility to motivate and engage the recruitment function to meet targets and KPIs.Experience of managing recruitment functionDesirable ExperienceExisting care sector (or similar) experienceExperience of working at Head of Department levelBenefits and RecognitionAt Akari Care, we are committed to recognising and rewarding the dedication of our Colleagues. As part of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance, including:Competitive salary and annual leave entitlementCash bonus subject to achievement of business targetsPension schemeLife coverEmployee Assistance Programme, providing confidential support and adviceAccess to a range of retail, leisure, and lifestyle discountsTraining and development opportunities to support career progressionRecognition and Values Awards celebrating individual and team achievementsSupportive and inclusive working environmentOur ValuesAt Akari Care, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We recognise colleagues who consistently demonstrate our commitment to being:Personalised treating every individual as unique and tailoring our approach accordingly.Kind showing compassion, empathy, and respect in all interactions.Caring - Creating a warmand inclusive environment in which our residents and staff have a sense of security and belonging.Trusted acting with integrity, professionalism, and accountability.Community working together to create supportive environments for residents, Colleagues, and the communities we serve.We believe that by recognising and celebrating these values, we create a positive workplace culture for all our Colleagues.Akari Care is proudly working towards achieving Veteran Friendly Frameworkstatus, demonstrating our commitment to supporting those who have served. We warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication that they bring to our teams.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialDemonstrable knowledge and experience of international recruitment and related compliance, Degree educated, Very strong attention to detail, Highly developed verbal and written reporting skills, Consistently produces work to the highest standard, Ability to communicate confidently, Able to prioritise work based on deadlines, A proven problem solver, Experience of managing recruitment function Person Specification Qualifications EssentialDemonstrable knowledge and experience of international recruitment and related compliance, Degree educated, Very strong attention to detail, Highly developed verbal and written reporting skills, Consistently produces work to the highest standard, Ability to communicate confidently, Able to prioritise work based on deadlines, A proven problem solver, Experience of managing recruitment functionDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameAkari Care LimitedAddressAkari CareLeedsLS11 5DZUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameAkari Care LimitedAddressAkari CareLeedsLS11 5DZUnited KingdomEmployer's website