Head of Recruitment

Job summary

Akari Care is a leading provider of residential and nursing care services for older people, operating 31 care homes across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care supported by an effective operational and recruitment function. To apply for this role please provide details of your current remuneration package, location and outline your relevant experience and suitability for the role. Overview of Role and responsibilities Provide strategic leadership and effective management of recruitment within the business. Develop and implement the business recruitment strategy Provision of in-house expertise (including international recruitment), providing advice to the Senior Management Team and wider business as required. Provision of the same expertise in cross-functional strategic and operational projects Demonstrable experience and expertise in international recruitment, maintenance of sponsorship licenses and certificates, and compliance with Home Office reporting, systems and portal obligations Responsibility for recruitment systems including job posting (Hire Intelligence) and application tracking (We Are Landed). Management of relationships with systems and other suppliers Provision of proactive insight through interpretation of KPIs and other

Main duties of the job

The Head of Recruitment at Akari Care involves providing strategic leadership and effective management of recruitment within the business. The role includes developing and implementing the recruitment strategy, providing in-house expertise including international recruitment, advising the Senior Management Team, and managing recruitment systems. The individual will need demonstrable experience in international recruitment, the maintenance of sponsorship licenses, and compliance with Home Office obligations. The role also involves managing relationships with recruitment systems and suppliers, analyzing and interpreting KPIs, collaborating with operational colleagues, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and workforce planning. Additionally, the responsibility includes leading and mentoring a team, and contributing to operational and financial targets.

About us

Akari Care is a prominent provider specializing in residential and nursing care services for older people, operating 31 care homes across the UK. The organisation is committed to delivering high-quality care supported by effective operational and recruitment functions to ensure their services meet the highest standards. Akari Care values its employees and is dedicated to creating a positive workplace culture. They emphasize values like personalisation, kindness, care, trust, and community to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for residents and staff. Akari Care is also committed to recognizing and rewarding staff dedication, providing access to benefits such as competitive salaries, cash bonuses, pension schemes, and professional development opportunities.

Details

• Date posted: 24 August 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1541435457
• Job locations: Akari Care, Leeds, LS11 5DZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Job Description

Akari Care is a leading provider of residential and nursing care services for older people, operating 31 care homes across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care supported by an effective operational and recruitment function.

To apply for this role please provide details of your current remuneration package, location and outline your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

Overview of Role and responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and effective management of recruitment within the business. Develop and implement the business recruitment strategy

Provision of in-house expertise (including international recruitment), providing advice to the Senior Management Team and wider business as required. Provision of the same expertise in cross-functional strategic and operational projects

Demonstrable experience and expertise in international recruitment, maintenance of sponsorship licenses and certificates, and compliance with Home Office reporting, systems and portal obligations

Responsibility for recruitment systems including job posting (Hire Intelligence) and application tracking (We Are Landed). Management of relationships with systems and other suppliers

Provision of proactive insight through interpretation of KPIs and other data

Working collaboratively with operational Colleagues to support the business including the management and safe reduction of agency and solving resourcing challenges. Workforce planning and pipelining

Ensuring recruitment processes comply with employment laws and regulations, and analysing recruitment metrics to improve efficiency and effectiveness

Contribution to achievement of operational and financial targets

The capture and utilisation of market intelligence, benchmarking and insight

Leading, mentoring, and managing a team of 5 direct reports to ensure high performance and effective hiring practices

Recognised recruitment expertise requiring minimum of supervision.

Commitment to doing as well as leading

Management and delivery of ad hoc projects in line with Groups strategic objectives

Any other task, consistent with the position of Head of Recruitment, as required by the Board of Directors

Displaying and demonstrating Akari Care Values throughout the recruitment process

Driving initiatives to enhance Akari Cares reputation as an employer of choice, including participation in job fairs and recruitment

Person Specification:

Strong personal drive

Versatility and flexibility ability to adapt to changes in agenda and task requirements

Excellent communication skills including verbal and written

Knowledge of resourcing practices and experience of managing recruitment delivery

Team player hands on, sleeves up approach

Diligence to ensure work is completed to the highest standard, working accurately and efficiently

Takes full ownership of own role and objectives

Can do approach with tenacity and experience in a dynamic, commercial environment

Confident in own abilities but prepared to listen to Colleagues

Proactive in seeking guidance when working beyond current knowledge or experience

Resourceful in seeking guidance and problem solving

Ability to influence at all levels, both internally and externally

Willingness to travel around the Akari Care estate

Necessary Skills/Qualifications:

Demonstrable knowledge and experience of international recruitment and related compliance

Degree educated

Very strong attention to detail

Highly developed verbal and written reporting skills to inform and explain succinctly

Consistently produces work to the highest standard

Ability to communicate confidently with people at all levels

Able to prioritise work based on deadlines and importance

A proven problem solver proactive in identifying issues, recommending solutions and implementing agreed recommendations

Ability to motivate and engage the recruitment function to meet targets and KPIs.

Experience of managing recruitment function

Desirable Experience

Existing care sector (or similar) experience

Experience of working at Head of Department level

Benefits and Recognition

At Akari Care, we are committed to recognising and rewarding the dedication of our Colleagues. As part of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance, including:

Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement

Cash bonus subject to achievement of business targets

Pension scheme

Life cover

Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential support and advice

Access to a range of retail, leisure, and lifestyle discounts

Training and development opportunities to support career progression

Recognition and Values Awards celebrating individual and team achievements

Supportive and inclusive working environment

Our Values

At Akari Care, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We recognise colleagues who consistently demonstrate our commitment to being:

Personalised treating every individual as unique and tailoring our approach accordingly.

Kind showing compassion, empathy, and respect in all interactions.

Caring - Creating a warm and inclusive environment in which our residents and staff have a sense of security and belonging.

Trusted acting with integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Community working together to create supportive environments for residents, Colleagues, and the communities we serve.

We believe that by recognising and celebrating these values, we create a positive workplace culture for all our Colleagues.

Akari Care is proudly working towards achieving Veteran Friendly Framework status, demonstrating our commitment to supporting those who have served. We warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication that they bring to our teams.