Resourcing Operational Lead - B3 in Edinburgh

Are you a motivated operational service leader with a passion for driving high performance and delivering exceptional customer service? This opportunity is only open to applicants who are currently 'Priority Movers.' Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Resourcing Operations Lead to play a strategic role in our Resourcing service, driving meaningful change and improving outcomes across the organisation. You will oversee effective Resourcing and Recruitment practices for all A-C level recruitment and on-boarding activity. Reporting to the Head of Resourcing Operations, in the wider Attraction and Resourcing team, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and customer-focused recruitment services across the Scottish Government, its Executive Agencies, and associated bodies. As a champion of candidate experience, you will ensure every interaction reflects our values and standards, while building strong, credible relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders at all levels.

You will ensure the timely and efficient recruitment of talent in line with departments requirements whilst adhering to Civil Service Commission Principles. The Resourcing Operations Lead provides operational leadership for all resourcing activities, ensuring the delivery of a quality service, efficient processes, compliance, and continuous improvement.

• Direct line management of Team Managers and leadership of 12 Resourcing Professionals to deliver efficient and effective resourcing solutions.
• Oversee the end to end recruitment process.
• Planning, monitoring and reporting on recruitment schedules and progress.
• Engaging regularly with relevant colleagues and stakeholders to ensure recruitment approaches are compliant and aligned with current policies.
• Developing team capabilities to provide excellent customer support and continuous improvement.
• Ensuring operational teams deliver high-quality recruitment services in line with agreed standards.
• Provide leadership in managing team capabilities to provide excellent customer service and continuous improvement of resourcing processes and procedures.
• Accountable for good data management across the team.

This role is a permanent level transfer position. Our standard hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options depending on the needs of the role, including Flexi-leave. Scottish Government staff in hybrid-compatible roles should aim to work in-person 40% of the time, either in an office or other agreed work location.

Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B3 grade employees. Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words). Vacancy closes at 23:59 on Friday 17 July.

All applicants will be invited to an informal discussion with the hiring manager. There will be no formal testing or assessment. Discussions are expected to be scheduled for w/c TBC.

As a government organisation, we adhere to the Civil Service Commission Recruitment Principles and we investigate any complaints received in relation to recruitment cases.

The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. We have responsibility for a wide range of key policy areas including: education, health, the economy, justice, housing and transport. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. Our staff are part of the UK Civil Service, observing the Civil Service Code and working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland. We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits.

Successful candidates must have completed the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), before they can be appointed. BPSS is comprised of four main pre-employment checks – Identity, Right to work, Employment History and a Criminal Record check (unspent convictions).

We are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.

Find out more about our organisation, what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website. Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.