Recruitment Officer

Description

Recruitment Officer

Location:Hemel Hempstead

Salary: £34,107

Are you ready to shape the future of recruitment at a values-driven organisation that puts people first? At Hightown, we’re not just filling vacancies - we’re building careers, communities, and a culture of inclusion.

We’re looking for a passionate and proactive Recruitment Officer to help us deliver a high-impact, high-quality recruitment experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love improving processes, and believe in the power of great onboarding, this is your chance to make a real difference.

What You Will Be Doing

Lead & Inspire

Manage, mentor, and motivate two dynamic Recruitment Assistants.

Collaborate with the Recruitment Manager to deliver an exceptional experience for candidates and hiring managers.

Champion values-based recruitment and embed it across the organisation.

Support the rollout of our new Applicant Tracking System.

Recruitment Excellence

Help deliver Hightown’s inclusive Recruitment Strategy - from frontline roles to Board appointments.

Empower hiring managers with the tools and training to recruit confidently and effectively.

Continuously improve our recruitment processes using feedback and data-driven insights.

Write compelling job adverts that showcase Hightown.

Ensure recruitment records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready.

Create a warm and welcoming onboarding experience with videos, messages, and digital welcome packs.

Ensure every candidate has a first-class onboarding experience.

What You Will Bring

Experience of team leadership.

Solid experience in recruitment, ideally in a fast-paced or values-led organisation.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Experience with ATS implementation and training is a bonus.

A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Why Hightown?

At Hightown, we believe recruitment is more than just hiring - it’s about creating opportunities, building trust, and shaping futures. You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team where your ideas matter and your growth is encouraged.

What We Offer:

Competitive Salary: £34,107

Generous Leave: 33 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays (pro rata)

Bonuses and Benefits: Monthly attendance bonus, life assurance (3x salary), and retail discounts

Career Development: Access to training and development opportunities

Wellbeing Support: Health and wellbeing services

Fitness Facilities: Free access to our on-site gym

Ready to Make Your Mark?

Apply now and help us build a recruitment experience that’s inclusive, innovative, and inspiring.

Please note: We will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered.

Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work checks and references.

We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer

Ad ID: 5416906459