Recruitment Business Partner

• Annual Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 p.a.
• Location: Cambridge, UK
• Job Type: Full-time, Part-time or Flexible (Fixed-term contract for 14 months)

Reed are delighted to be working with one of Cambridge's most prestigious companies who are in need of a Recruitment Business Partner. This role is crucial in supporting their ambitious global expansion plans. You will be instrumental in managing the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a seamless integration of new colleagues from various global markets including India, Ireland, Kenya, South Africa, the UK and the US. This is a fixed-term contract designed to cover maternity leave, with a structured period for a thorough handover.

Day-to-Day of the Role:

• Partner with hiring managers to oversee the entire recruitment process, from job description accuracy to candidate induction.
• Train, coach and support hiring managers, ensuring adherence to their Recruitment Playbook and policies.
• Utilise their applicant tracking system (ATS) to maintain up-to-date candidate records.
• Screen applications and shortlist candidates for managerial review.
• Develop strategies to increase the proportion of eligible candidates and reduce applications from ineligible ones.
• Ensure compliance with right-to-work checks and perform background verifications before the offer stage.
• Enhance the onboarding process to ensure new colleagues feel welcomed and valued.
• Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies as necessary.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in recruitment, ideally within the education, technology or not-for-profit sectors.
• Proven track record of recruiting in various countries, including but not limited to India, Kenya, the UK and the US.
• Proficient in using applicant tracking systems; experience with Workable is a plus.
• Strong ability to coach and train hiring managers on recruitment processes.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual leave starting at 25 days, plus additional company-wide closure days at year-end.
• Employer pension contribution of 8% on top of a minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Comprehensive private healthcare through Vitality Plus.
• Flexible working policies to help balance work and personal life.
• Support for parents and carers, including generous family leave.
• Life assurance and income protection schemes.
• Professional development opportunities with access to learning resources and dedicated training time.
• Sustainable travel support through Cycle-to-Work and Season Ticket Loan schemes.

The Recruitment Process:

Expect a thorough selection process that includes initial screening based on your application, followed by a phone call and two interviews, one of which will be in-person. A work-based assessment will also be part of the process to gauge role suitability. They are committed to inclusivity and encourage you to discuss any necessary adjustments for the recruitment process.

To apply for this Recruitment Business Partner position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining this team.