Job Description
Hybrid Working in Hebburn, South Tyneside (ie office attendance and working from home)
Candidates must be able to work from the office as and when required.
Postcode: NE31 2ES
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
eQuality Solutions (eQS), has a commitment to being a socially responsible business. We are a leading Disability Support, Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) specialist in the UK. With a 100-strong workforce based across the country, we are a dedicated team of individuals who work hard to support our students and clients in order to make a difference, both in the context of breaking down barriers in education for neurodiverse and disabled students and supporting organisations to embrace diversity and inclusion in all its forms.
Salary: £22.300 (from April 2024) Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Smart/Casual dress
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Work from home/Hebburn Office
- Free office parking and beverages
Schedule: Day shift, Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hebburn, NE31 2ES
Our employee benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package for all employees, which aims to:
- Make a tangible difference to life – both inside and outside the office.
- Create a rewarding workplace where everyone feels valued.
- Have a focus on wellbeing as an integrated part of a good working life.
This includes 30 days annual leave, (plus bank holidays), the opportunity for hybrid working, an attractive pension scheme and various healthcare and financial rewards.
The Role:
As a part of the People and Culture team, you would be responsible for managing the hiring process for freelance and zero-hours workers. Working closely with the People Experience Lead and Disability Services team, the role emphasises fairness, unbiased recruitment, and accessibility for candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Key Responsibilities:
- Posting Job Advertisements: Prepare and post job advertisements on various platforms including professional sites, job sites, and social media to attract a diverse pool of candidates.
- CV Screening: Assist appointing managers, if required, in screening CVs to identify potential candidates.
- Database Management: Maintain and update the company's database and HR system with relevant candidate information and updates.
- Reference Checks: Obtain references for candidates and ensure they are adequate.
- Candidate Networking: Engage with candidates through phone calls, emails, and face-to-face meetings to build relationships and assess suitability for roles.
- Initial Phone Screens: Conduct initial phone screens with candidates to evaluate basic qualifications and fit for the role.
- Interview Scheduling: Schedule calls and interviews, managing the calendar for all hiring teams and candidates.
- Candidate Communication: Communicate promptly with candidates throughout the hiring process and assist them during in-person interviews.
- Recruitment Software: Utilise recruiting software, such as LinkedIn, to keep track of open roles and manage candidate pipelines.
- Administrative Tasks: Send out bulk emails (e.g., confirming receipt of applications, rejection emails) and handle paperwork (e.g., offer letters).
- Compliance Checks: Ensure successful candidates have the right to work in the UK and carry out appropriate DBS checks if required.
- Candidate Experience: Promote a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
- Bias-Free Process: Ensure every stage of the recruitment process is free from bias and aligns with the organisation's values.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Administrative or Clerical Experience: Previous experience in administrative or clerical roles.
- Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to handle multiple priorities and conflicting tasks.
- Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in all aspects of the recruitment process.
- Issue Resolution: Ability to identify and resolve issues as they arise during the hiring process.
- Communication Skills: Good written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with candidates and internal stakeholders.
- Office 365 Knowledge: Intermediate knowledge of Office 365 packages for managing tasks and communication.
- Autonomy: Ability to work with minimum supervision and take initiative when necessary.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Recruitment Team Experience: Previous experience working in a recruitment team.
- Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Experience: Experience using an applicant tracking system to manage candidate applications and workflows.
Our Values
We are looking for candidates who share our values:
Equity - Embrace diversity and cultivate inclusivity in all spaces
Pride - Care about our work and respect each other as individuals
Purpose - Recommit each day to shaping a better future
Integrity - Be real. Take ownership in your role.
Courage - Date to be different, together
eQS is committed to inclusive practices, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, minority ethnic, and disabled individuals.