Job Description

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Description

Our Central Division plays a vital role in ensuring that our operational and administrative functions are delivered efficiently, enabling us to maintain the highest standards of care across our organisation.



Reporting into the Talent Acquisition Director, you will be accountable for the Talent Attraction team at Priory. You will lead a team of 6 to attract top talent into specialist roles such as Nursing, Therapy and Psychiatry.



This role is a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave, with a preferred start date of Monday 1st December. This role is based remotely but will require occasional travel to our Head Office in Leicester and other sites as and when needed.###

What you'll be doing

The Talent Attraction team was newly set up about a year ago with a remit to focus on Direct Sourcing and raising our Employer Brand for key roles across Priory. The team have had an excellent first year but we are still early in our journey. We are looking for someone who can continue to support the team and continue to evolve the function to become a Centre of Expertise in Direct Hiring, Attraction and Brand. We have high ambitions for this team and we are aiming for a world class function - we'd like you be part of shaping that!



Key areas of focus:Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of Talent Acquisition Partners Maintain low agency use across specialist hires; overseeing direct sourcing strategies to ensure quality talent is bought into the business directly and in a timely manner Work closely with the Talent Partnering team on priority vacancies, projects and key sites as well as ways of working to ensure collaboration Deliver branded attraction campaigns to support raising the profile of Priory as an Employer of Choice Analyse and report on Talent Attraction metrics, identifying trends and utilising these to support continuous improvement Partner with third parties to deliver a best in class candidate experience through Technology, Brand and Best Practice


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What you'll bring to the role

First and foremost, it's really important that you bring significant team leadership experience within Talent Acquisition. We also need someone with proven team development, coaching and mentoring experience. You will be able to evidence a strong background in developing high performing teams that have delivered commercial value to organisations and an exceptional candidate experience.


We're looking for curious individuals who always strive for more - someone who thrives in taking things and making them the best they can be.


You will have prior success in leading direct sourcing teams for professional and specialist roles. You'll be adept at recruitment marketing and employer branding - leading innovative approaches to Talent Attraction.


Experience of working in Healthcare would be advantageous but strength in team leadership, direct sourcing and employer branding is our priority.###

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + additional day's leave for your Birthday! Employee Assistance Programme Competitive Pension Scheme Initial Disclosure Check Cost covered, if applicable to role 'My Possible Self' App and health-related benefits Online discounts and cashback rewards - Priory Perks Smart Technology scheme (qualifying period) Cycle to work scheme (qualifying period) Smart Holidays (qualifying period) Gym Flex (qualifying period) Healthcare Cash Plan - Simply Health Scheme Eye Care Vouchers
Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the full job description attached prior to making an application.



Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

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About Priory

Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK. We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, as well as children's mental health, across our nationwide network of sites. We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities.


With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care.

Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care.



Priory is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, read more here.



All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.



We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL'