Talent Acquisition & Assessment Specialist

BUSINESS FUNCTION:People
SALARY: Circa38000 /ML1:SB1
ROLE TYPE: Hybrid
HOURS: 37 per week
LOCATION:Leeds

Are you passionate about finding the right people and helping them shine through every step of the recruitment journey

Were looking for aTalent Acquisition & Assessment Specialistto join a great team here at Northern. This is a unique opportunity to work across the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing and engaging candidates to delivering psychometric assessments giving you a comprehensive view of how we bring top talent into our Traincrew teams.

In this hybrid role youll support both recruitment campaigns and our in-house assessment centre playing a vital part in ensuring we attract assess and select the very best candidates. Youll also provide contingency and cross-functional support across the team making this a great opportunity to broaden your skills and make a real impact.

What youll be doing:

• End-to-End Recruitment:Manage campaigns from job posting to offer stage supporting hiring managers and ensuring a smooth inclusive candidate experience.
• Assessment Delivery:Administer and support psychometric testing and interviews particularly for safety-critical roles like Train Drivers.
• Data & Process Management:Maintain accurate records support reporting and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Candidate Communication:Guide candidates through the recruitment and assessment process providing clear feedback and support.
• Team Collaboration:Work closely with the wider Talent Acquisition team to provide flexible support and ensure seamless delivery across all recruitment activities.

About you:

Youre organised proactive and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You enjoy working with people have a keen eye for detail and are confident managing multiple priorities.

• Experience in recruitment or assessment (in-house or agency).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence using recruitment systems and Microsoft Office.
• A commitment to fairness inclusion and delivering a great candidate experience.
• (Desirable) Experience with psychometric testing or occupational assessments.

Whats in it for you

At Northern we dont just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Heres a taste of what you can look forward to:

• Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you your partner and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
• Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
• Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
• Electric Car Scheme: Lease a brand new electric or plugin hybrid car.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
• Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing Northern Perks has you covered.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to 5 extra days of annual leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family lifestyle and more.
• Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business youre in.
• Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. Thats why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.

Why Northern

Were more than just a train operator. Were the heartbeat of the North - connecting communities creating opportunities and driving sustainable growth. With 2500 trains running daily were on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.

Back in 1825 the first passenger train set off in the North of England after which rail quickly spread across the globe - and this year were celebrating 200 years of the modern railway. As we look back on the historic events that led us here we also look towards the future as we move into the era of Great British Rail. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.

A place for everyone

The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.

At Northern we dont just move people from A to B - were building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if thats something you need. Were also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role well always offer an interview.

We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and a medical assessment.

No matter your background experience or whether you call it a bap barm or cob theres a place for you here in the railway.