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Interview Date - 29 April 2024
We are looking for a recruitment professional who will both lead and actively contribute to the delivery of the Unitemps franchised recruitment service within the University of Northampton, achieving internal and external income targets in line with the annual business plan through the strategic direction and motivation of the team.
The successful candidate will deliver an excellent level of service to the new and existing clients of Unitemps, both internal and external, upholding the University’s reputation and improving levels of graduate employability through the provision of high quality temp, temp-perm, and permanent roles to students and graduates.
The Branch Manager will undertake labour market, competitor, customer and pricing analysis to identify and exploit new potential markets and benchmark Unitemps offerings to commercial clients. This intelligence will be used to develop a clear business development plan to expand commercial sales volumes in existing sectors and explore opportunities to develop and embed the full Unitemps Northampton offer in its franchise area.
This is a varied post which requires excellent communication and good problem solving skills. The position offers a unique opportunity to lead a team and to develop strategic plans whilst also being involved with delivery at an operational level.
We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.
About you
This is a diverse and busy post, giving the opportunity to provide a high quality recruitment offer to external and internal clients, whilst benefiting students by understanding and meeting their temporary and/or permanent employment needs.
You will have recent experience in recruitment or a customer sales/ service environment with a business development aspect. Alongside this you will have experience of managing successful client/ candidate relationships, and some line management experience.
You will have up to date knowledge of the local labour market and its implications for recruitment.
You will have excellent communication, relationship building and presentation skills.
Qualifications
Essential:
- A Levels or equivalent
Desirable:
- Degree qualified or equivalent
- Relevant professional qualification in Recruitment, Sales or Marketing
Department
You will be employed within the Unitemps service under University of Northampton Enterprises Limited (UNEL) terms and conditions. Unitemps is part of the Student Futures which also comprises of Alumni and Supporter Relations, Careers & Employability, Changemaker and Employer Relations. Our graduate employability vision is to develop knowledgeable graduates, who are socially responsible, digitally proficient and highly employable global citizens – the Changemakers of the future.
About Us
The University of Northampton Enterprises Limited (UNEL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Northampton and this vacancy is covered by UNEL Terms and Conditions of Employment.
This is an exciting time to join our Company as the University relocated in September 2018 to a new purpose-built, town-centre campus.
Right to Work
All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
Equality
We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion.
This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities.
Together @ UON confirms our commitment to equality and inclusion, underpinned by our belief in taking action. We are dedicated to creating an environment that celebrates equality and harnesses the power of diversity.
Together @ UON demonstrates our pledge to our staff, students and partners to nurture and develop an environment where equality and inclusion can thrive whilst we Transform Lives and Inspire Change.
To find out more, please visit: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/management/equality-and-diversity/
