Recruitment Operations Manager

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team on a fixed-term basis, providing cover during a colleague's secondment. The role is available until 31 December 2027.

As a Recruitment Operations Manager at the University of Warwick, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the end-to-end recruitment operations across the University.

You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing recruitment practices that not only attract diverse talent but also enhance the Warwick brand.

This role requires strong leadership to manage and coach a recruitment team, ensuring best practices are followed in every stage of the recruitment process.

Additionally, you will have a key responsibility in improving recruitment policies and procedures, promoting diversity, and ensuring compliance with current recruitment legislation.

You will be a critical link between the recruitment team, senior stakeholders, and the People Operations function, working closely to provide seamless service delivery and a positive candidate experience. 

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description (link here).

About You

You are a highly experienced HR professional with a background in recruitment or talent management. Ideally, you hold a CIPD qualification or equivalent and have a deep understanding of recruitment policies, processes, and relevant legislation. Your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills allow you to influence and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

You are proactive, customer-focused, and always looking for ways to improve services.

Your leadership experience includes managing teams, developing talent, and driving continuous improvement.

You thrive in a complex environment, thinking critically and strategically to find effective solutions.

With your dedication to professional growth, you are passionate about creating a positive impact within the University’s recruitment processes.

You are also eager to contribute to an inclusive and diverse workforce, ensuring recruitment practices reflect these values.

For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description. 

About the Department

The People Operations team we are committed to nurturing our talent and fostering a thriving community. Our team ensures a supportive, inclusive and innovative working environment for all university colleagues. Come and join the team to help contribute to the success of our globally renowned institution.

Our purpose is to enable our people to thrive in an ever-changing environment to make a better world. We want to be a People function that puts people at the heart of what we do and achieves a great employee experience. It is a place where you feel valued, are able to have your say and be heard, are proud to work and thrive, growing and achieving your potential. 

Closing Date: Sunday 25 October 2026, 11:59 pm

The interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.

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