Recruitment Advisor (6‑month FTC)

Recruitment Advisor (6‑month FTC) We usually respond within two weeks Recruitment Advisor (6‑month FTC) Salary : £36,419 + excellent benefits Location : Wooburn Green, High Wycombe or Letchworth Garden City Hybrid working : Two days per week in the office, three days per week working from home Contract : 6-month FTC with potential for extension Hours : 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday At SettleParadigm, we’re proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger we’ve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future. About the role This is a great opportunity to join a busy, friendly and supportive recruitment function. You will work closely with our Recruitment Partner (Bertie) to deliver recruitment activity across the organisation. You will manage vacancies from start to finish, create adverts, shortlist with hiring managers, schedule interviews, manage candidate communication and support onboarding. You will also play a key part in our direct sourcing strategy, using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards and proactive headhunting to find great people. A big part of the role is keeping processes moving, keeping candidates engaged and making sure everyone has a positive experience. Whether you come from an in‑house background or a recruitment agency background, we are open to hearing from you. Our very own Recruitment Partner originally joined on a fixed‑term contract from an agency and is now permanent, so we welcome people who want to grow and develop in an in‑house environment. Key responsibilities Work with hiring managers when recruitment needs are identified and support them through the process Manage new vacancies, ensuring approvals are in place and information is accurate Liaise with recruitment agencies when short‑term cover is needed, or additional support is required with sourcing. Create and post job adverts on TeamTailor and other platforms, including proactive sourcing via LinkedIn Recruiter Release candidates for scoring, schedule interviews and manage all candidate communication Collate interview feedback and store securely in line with data retention requirements Manage candidate queries and work closely with People Operations to resolve them Support the offer and onboarding process to ensure candidates join smoothly Help keep candidates warm and engaged post‑offer to minimise non‑starters Deliver monthly recruitment reporting and provide insight to support improvements Keep up to date with recruitment trends and bring new ideas to SettleParadigm Support with recruitment administration and management of the recruitment inbox What you'll achieve Reduced time to fill/hire Increased direct hiring and reduced agency use Positive feedback from candidates Positive feedback from hiring managers Contribution to our internal hiring KPI What you’ll need Experience and skills Experience working in an in‑house recruitment team or a recruitment agency Ideally, you'll be comfortable using LinkedIn Recruiter and job boards to source candidates Passion for delivering a great colleague and candidate experience Proactive team player who can support colleagues during busy periods Ability to use initiative, work independently and adapt quickly Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal communication Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Commitment to high standards of integrity and professionalism Experience running reports or analysing data to inform improvements Confident with using an ATS / HRIS system (we use TeamTailor & Cezanne) Interest in developing a career in HR or recruitment HR or recruitment administration qualification, or equivalent experience Benefits At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment. Annual salary: £36,419 per annum 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice Family-friendly leave : Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover) Life cover and income protection Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging And that’s just the beginning! We’re also thrilled to provide: Mental Health First Aiders available to support Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions) Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships 2 paid volunteering days in the local communities Peer-recognition rewards platform Paid professional subscription (one per year) Working Hours 37 hours per week Monday - Thursday: 09:00 - 17:30 Friday: 09:00 - 17:00 Our Commitment We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups. Accessibility and Adjustments We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required. Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made. Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. Closing Date: 07/09/2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate. Department People, Strategy and Corporate Services Locations High Wycombe Remote status Hybrid Yearly salary £36,419 Employment type Contract About SettleParadigm We are a growing, values-driven organisation with a clear social purpose. Our commitment is long-term: to our colleagues, residents, and communities. We want to be a place where people love to work, where everyone can belong, and where professionalism and passion shine through in everything we do. If you’d like to make a real difference to people’s lives while developing your career in a supportive and inclusive environment, we’d love to hear from you!