Fieldfisher Hiring for Recruitment Advisor at Belfast Full Time

The HR department is responsible for the provision of a full range of HR services to the Firm including recruitment and resourcing, talent management, compensation and benefits, performance management, employee relations, staff welfare, compliance and maintenance of personnel records.

The Recruitment team is very well regarded and its focus is on direct hiring. Therefore, we are looking for someone with experience of this who wants to make an impact on the success of the firm moving forwards through the introductions they make. The team currently consists of a Head of Recruitment, 4 Recruitment Managers, a Talent Acquisition Advisor, 3 Resourcers and 2 Administrators, and forms part of the wider HR team. This role is initially for a 12 month fixed term period.

What to expect

Manage an efficient end to end recruitment process for business support and Legal Professional vacancies in Belfast and where required, Mainland UK offices, including vacancy briefings, sourcing of candidates, telephone screenings, interview bookings and offer process

Utilise a variety of direct recruitment tools available, from direct approaches to job boards, LinkedIn and social media to identify, engage candidates with specific skill sets through an efficient process and sharing the details of those identified with the miring manager

Carry out research to market map for roles and maintain up to date information

Conduct HR induction from time to time

Interview scheduling and co-ordination

Help develop the employer brand and look into new ways to improve the talent pool of candidates, keeping the potential pool of candidates warm and engaged using interactive communication

Liaise with Managing Partner and Head of Departments to discuss recruitment

Build individual and firm brand across social media platforms

Utilise the ATS (Rec ) to its full potential, ensuring accurate recording of information

Provide support to Fee earner and Early Careers teams if needs arise in Belfast

A bit about you

Proven experience of working in a recruitment environment, agency or in-house

Experience within a legal recruitment agency, professional services or law firm environment

Proven track record of researching/ resourcing direct candidates for all roles regardless of level using tools such as LinkedIn, Job Boards and other relevant channels

Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in dealing with people at all levels in the firm

Self-motivated and works well independently

A positive attitude in line with the values of Fieldfisher

Ability to prioritise workload and to balance varied requirements

A full understanding and appreciation of maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to work well as part of a small team and promotion of the team to internal clients

What can we offer you?

Our people are at the core of what we do. Fieldfisher’s benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans and much more.

Fieldfisher’s Belfast Hub is based in the vibrant and modern offices located in the iconic Titanic Quarter. You will be joining a new and exciting office environment which has seen rapid expansion since its opening in August 2018. We have recently celebrated our 3rd anniversary and just launched an inaugural graduate scheme, so it’s fair to say that you will be a part of something big! And yes, we’re all aboard the ‘hot-desking’ bandwagon but who isn’t in 2021!? There’s nothing better than a modern, open plan workspace – friendly Office Manager included.

With a diverse team of 80 Fee Earning and Business Support staff, team get-togethers, away days, social events and charity committee, we really have nailed this collaborative & fun work environment thing. But please don’t take our word for it, check out our website and social media accounts to see for yourself!

Culture & personal development

We’re a firm with real entrepreneurial drive and we don’t believe in squashing people’s individuality. We want you to use your unique talents and experiences to help the firm grow. You can only do that by being yourself. And working closely and collaboratively with people throughout the firm. That’s why we foster a culture that encourages you to be yourself.

We’ll give you bespoke support to develop your own career. Whether that’s through allowing you to “access all areas” across the firm, funding you through training for professional development qualifications, or making sure you have a structured career plan, we’ll make sure your talents are being nurtured.

Inclusiveness and Diversity

At Fieldfisher we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, motivated and able to be themselves. Our Inclusiveness and Diversity (“I&D”) Strategy is firmly rooted in Fieldfisher’s overall business strategy; we very much view I&D as being core to the business and we aim to integrate it into all our systems and processes.

Please note Fieldfisher aims to ensure equality of opportunity and we are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. All applications will only be considered on merit and the applicant’s suitability to meet the requirements of the role.