BUSINESS FUNCTION: People

GRADE: ML1/SB1

SALARY: £35,593 to £42,331 per annum

ROLE TYPE: Hybrid - flexible to travel across the Northern network

HOURS: 37 per week

Do you thrive on connecting great talent with great opportunities?

In this role, you’ll play a key part in helping us find the right people to keep Northern moving forward. From managing job postings to engaging candidates and supporting hiring managers, you’ll be at the heart of making great hires happen.

You will be part of a team that’s redefining how we attract and retain talent, with the support, tools and autonomy to do your best work. Whether you’re organising interviews, helping managers refine their requirements, or searching for great candidates, every day you’ll be helping shape the future of our workforce.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting Hiring Managers: Helping them shape job descriptions, advertise roles, and navigate the recruitment process with confidence.
• Managing Campaigns: Running end-to-end recruitment campaigns, from shortlisting and screening to interview coordination and offers.
• Candidate Engagement: Using direct sourcing, job boards and LinkedIn to proactively attract great talent.
• Championing Candidate Experience: Ensuring that every candidate has a professional, smooth and inclusive journey.
• Keeping Things on Track: Supporting with data, admin and process improvements to make sure everything runs efficiently and accurately.
• Staying Organised: Keeping records of live roles, candidate progress and recruitment data up to date, while also coordinating essential steps like medical assessments for successful candidates.

About you:

You’re someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering a great service. You’re organised, collaborative and proactive, and you enjoy building relationships with people at all levels.

We’re also looking for:

• Experience in a recruitment, resourcing or talent acquisition role (in-house or agency).
• Confident managing multiple roles and campaigns at once.
• Good understanding of how to proactively attract and engage candidates.
• Comfortable using systems and confident with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Strong attention to detail and great communication skills.

Join us and be part of a team committed to making a difference. Apply now to embark on a fulfilling career journey with Northern.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team that’s committed to making a difference. This is a great opportunity to build your experience, grow your recruitment skills and be part of a company that’s shaping the future of rail travel in the North.

Whats in it for you?

At Northern, we don’t just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Here’s 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 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.
• 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 you’re in.
• Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. That’s why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards, recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.

Why Northern?

We’re more than just a train operator. We’re the heartbeat of the North - connecting communities, creating opportunities, and driving sustainable growth. With 2,500 trains running daily, we’re 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, we’re 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.

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 medical assessment.

No matter your background, experience, or whether you call it a bap, barm, or cob… there’s a place for you here in the railway.