HR and Recruitment Officer
| Company: | YMCA BCG |
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| Salary: | £28,665 per annum |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Wolverhampton, WV2 1BJ |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 28 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Job Advert
Join YMCA Black Country Group as our HR & Recruitment Officer and become the driving force behind building teams that transform lives in our community.
What You Will Be Doing
You will manage the full recruitment and onboarding process from start to finish. This includes:
- Creating job advertisements and coordinating new starter documentation.
- Handle DBS checks and draft employment contracts
- Support managers with probation reviews and sickness absence processes
- Maintain accurate employee records across the organisation
- Provide HR guidance to managers on various people matters
What We're Looking For
You will have (or be working towards) a Level 3 CIPD in People Practice. Most importantly, you can hit the ground running and bring enthusiasm to this varied role.
About Us
YMCA BCG is a trauma-informed organisation; we recognise and understand the widespread impact of trauma on individuals to shape policies, practices, and culture. We are sensitive and responsive to the needs of those who have endured trauma to prevent its recurrence among clients and staff.
What You Will Receive
Beyond a competitive salary and the chance to work for an organisation passionate about community impact, you will receive:
- 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Wellbeing Support
- 25 Days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and an increase based on length of service
- Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
- SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more
- Staff discount for: childcare at our YMCA nurseries, YGym membership, and Coffee at the Clock purchases
- Life Assurance scheme
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Therefore, we encourage and support the recruitment, retention and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.
It is required that the successful applicant will complete a Basic DBS check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the above date should we receive sufficient applications.