Job Title: Recruitment Business Partner Location: Civic Centre, Southampton, SO14 7LY Organisation: Southampton City Council Contract: 3-month ongoing Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am 5:00 pm About the Role We are seeking a proactive and experienced Recruitment Business Partner to lead our recruitment team at Southampton City Council. In this role, you will work closely with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs, manage the full recruitment lifecycle, and ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective recruitment service. Key Responsibilities Line manage and support Recruitment Officers and Recruitment Assistants, ensuring a high-performing and motivated team. Partner with hiring managers across departments to understand recruitment needs and develop tailored talent acquisition strategies. Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience. Optimise the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to improve recruitment efficiency and enhance user experience. Support workforce planning initiatives and ensure recruitment aligns with the council''s strategic goals. Improve management information by analysing recruitment data and providing insights and reports to key stakeholders. Drive initiatives to reduce time to hire and streamline recruitment processes. Ensure compliance with all relevant employment legislation, council policies, and equality and diversity frameworks. Collaborate with HR colleagues on onboarding, re