Recruiter

From day one, our mission has been to create an independent business with a unique culture – one that is controlled by the people who work for it. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people has always been key to our success. People come to Howden for lots of different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. That’s what sets us apart, and why we nurture and retain the best talent in the market. Whatever your priorities – work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.The role of Recruiter will be responsible for the delivery of timely, effective and inclusive recruitment methods, partnering effectively and proactively with hiring managers, our internal networks, external partners and the wider HR team.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide an innovative delivery of full-cycle recruitment processes.Assisting hiring managers in identifying current and future hiring needs.Creation of key internal communications delivering a structured and consistent message around HR initiatives and recruitment initiativesLiaising with Head of HR and Hiring Managers to identify candidates by utilising multiple strategies including but not limited to, LinkedIn, job boards, social media, networking and recruitment fairs.Assisting the Head of HR in the delivery and governance of internal HR and recruitment processes and practicesLiaising with Marketing department in promoting a strong employer brand with a key focus on talent campaigns.Developing market leading candidate and employee experience and cultureLead on HR initiatives such as Early Careers and Graduate programmesCollaboration with key stakeholders in the business for job description support, interviewing support, negotiation and onboarding guidanceAssisting the Head of HR with all projects surrounding employee referral programmes, reduction of costs and expenses, delivering a refined PSL tendered review processSpecific focus and assistance with robust diversity and inclusion hiring practices and communicationsEnsure compliance and governance standards for employee right to work, qualification vetting and referencingSourcing candidates, vetting candidates, interviewing and shortlisting for hiring managersPerson Specification Experience of recruiting permanent, contract and temporary staff within the financial services industry, ideally the insurance marketExperience and proven track record working within in-house recruitment teamsGood understanding and knowledge of recruitment agencyVaried and diverse recruitment knowledge for general recruitment, strategic hires, graduates, interns and apprentice recruitmentQualifications and experienceMinimum of 5 years’ experience in a recruitment role or relevant HR role.Preferably, experience recruiting within the financial services industryQualified by appropriate CIPD or Recruitment qualificationExperience managing senior stakeholders and contract negotiations.Strong understanding of HR processes and best practice.An appreciation and understanding of Irish and UK Employment Legislation.Our Culture: People FirstWe’ve travelled far since opening our first office in 1994. Back then we were local experts – based in London, with direct access to the world’s biggest insurance market. We’re still locals, and we still deliver the right advice and the right insurance to our clients. But now, we’re local all over the world. With 15,000 global colleagues and a partner network spanning more than 100 territories, we are the largest independent insurance broker in the world. But our values haven’t changed since day one, when we set out to create a company grounded in:• An employee-ownership model • Aligned external investors• The trust and integrity born of friendship• Expertise• IndependenceOur focus on being a people-first business has always been at the very heart of Howden. Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture; one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it. Our employee ownership model sets us apart in the market. It’s created a culture of collaboration and innovation, where we’re driven to think bigger and empowered to challenge convention. Our flat structure and entrepreneurial spirit help us attract the best people and empower them to be the best version of themselves. And when we bring in and nurture great talent, more follows. That makes us better – and that’s better for everyone. Diversity & InclusionAt Howden we consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances.Permanent