Recruitment and HR Systems Team Leader

Nhsscotland; Melbost; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Scotland seeks a motivated Recruitment and HR Systems Team Leader to manage the team and enhance recruitment processes. This permanent role at NHS Western Isles offers a competitive salary between £41,608 and £50,702 plus additional allowances. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, experience in HR systems, and a commitment to NHS values. Enjoy a beautiful work environment in the Outer Hebrides while influencing workforce systems that enhance patient care.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Unique culture and lifestyle in Outer Hebrides

Qualifications

• Ability to motivate a team effectively.
• Experience with workforce planning or data management.
• Commitment to NHS Scotland's values.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Recruitment and HR Systems team.
• Manage recruitment processes for NHS Western Isles.
• Provide guidance on workforce data and compliance.

Skills

Strong leadership and people management skills

Experience in HR systems

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Proactive process improvement

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Recruitment and HR Systems Team Leader

Band 6 £41,608 - £50,702 per annum

Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £1,406 per annum

37 hours per week

Permanent post

NHS Western Isles is looking for a motivated and experienced Recruitment and HR Systems Team Leader to join our dedicated workforce team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping how we recruit, analyse, and deliver workforce systems across our organisation.

As Recruitment And HR Systems Team Leader, You Will

• Lead and manage the Recruitment and HR Systems team, ensuring efficient delivery of workforce information and reporting.
• Manage a safe and effective recruitment process for NHS Western Isles.
• Provide expert guidance on workforce data, analytics, and compliance with NHS standards.
• Collaborate with managers and staff across NHS Western Isles to ensure HR processes are effective, user‑friendly, and future‑focused.

We’re Looking For Someone Who Brings

• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• Experience in HR systems, workforce planning, or data management.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• A proactive approach to improving processes and supporting colleagues.
• Commitment to the values of NHS Scotland: care, compassion, dignity, respect, and integrity.

At NHS Western Isles, you’ll be part of a close‑knit community delivering healthcare across one of Scotland’s most beautiful regions. We offer:

• Opportunities to shape workforce systems that directly impact patient care.
• Professional development and career progression.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued.
• The chance to live and work in the stunning Outer Hebrides, with its unique culture and lifestyle.

If you’re passionate about people, systems, and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

For further information regarding this post, please contact Diane Macdonald, Director of HR and Workforce via email [e-mail].

This post is based permanently at our HR Offices in Laxdale Court, Stornoway with no remote working and is not eligible for relocation expenses.

All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, along with a job description.

Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/, còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.

If you have any further queries, please contact Tel: [phone].

CLOSING DATE: 05/01/2026