Talent Acquisition Business Partner – UKIFS Ltd

Job title:

Talent Acquisition Business Partner – UKIFS Ltd

Company

UK Atomic Energy Authority

Job description

Company DescriptionCompany Description:The UK Government has established UK Industrial Fusion Solutions (UKIFS) Ltd., a subsidiary of UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), to lead the charge in delivering fusion energy through design and delivery of the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) protype fusion plant. UKIFS is establishing itself, setting up the company, attracting talent, engaging with industry, developing a supply chain, and planning and constructing of the STEP prototype.Fusion energy, crucial for combating climate change and ensuring energy independence, is expected to be commercially viable by mid-century. The UK, led by UKIFS, aims for a prototype fusion plant, targeting first operations around 2040. UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd. will lead delivery, collaborating with industrial partners and building a fusion supply chain with an estimated global sector value of £7tn per year. Join UKIFS and the STEP programme to be involved in this ground-breaking journey.As an employee of UKIFS, you will benefit from:

• Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
• Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
• Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
• Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders,
• Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays
• Wide range of career development opportunities
• A vibrant culture committed to being fully inclusive

The salary for this role is £48,376 , and onsite working is expected for 2-3 days each week.Job DescriptionFor more information on UKIFS, visit:Employees of UKIFS can be based at either of our sites; West Burton, Nottinghamshire or Culham, OxfordshireThis role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions.The RoleUKIFS is leading the STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) programme to deliver the world’s first prototype fusion energy plant by 2040, driving a path to the commercial viability of fusion. As part of this bold and ambitious mission, we are building an extraordinary team to help shape the future of sustainable energy.Your key responsibilities will include:

• Partnering with stakeholders: Collaborate closely with hiring managers and business leaders to ensure recruitment aligns with our strategic objectives, shaping roles that fit UKIFS’ long-term needs.
• Enhancing candidate and employee experience: Design and implement best-in-class recruitment, onboarding, and retention processes to ensure seamless integration for new hires and foster ongoing engagement.
• Job design & workforce planning: Play a crucial role in job evaluation, ensuring roles are clearly defined and fairly structured, while also planning for future workforce needs.
• Innovative recruitment: Develop creative, data-driven recruitment strategies to source hard-to-fill roles, bringing in top talent to meet the challenges of a growing, world-changing organisation.
• Onboarding excellence: Lead efforts to build an efficient onboarding process that reflects our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) and creates a positive experience for every new joiner.

QualificationsWhat You’ll Bring

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent
• Proven experience in talent acquisition, especially in hard-to-fill and specialist roles
• Strong expertise in recruitment processes, onboarding, job evaluation, and workforce planning
• Ability to collaborate effectively, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive positive outcomes
• A passion for creating an inclusive, values-driven workplace

Additional InformationA full list of our benefits can be found hereWe welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly individuals from black and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and women. Our Executive team, supported by our ‘Equality, Diversity and Inclusion’ (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organization. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success.Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications.For applicants applying from outside the United Kingdom or those who have spent time outside the UK in the last five years, please visit the following link for information on criminal records checks: If your country of residence or previous residence is not listed on the website or if the UK Government does not have information on obtaining a criminal records check from that state, we regret to inform you that we cannot process your application.

Expected salary

£48376 per year

Location

Abingdon, Oxfordshire

Job date

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 22:53:12 GMT

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