Recruitment Specialist (12-month FTC) - Halifax; Home Based

We have an exciting opportunity to join us here at Covéa Insurance  as a Recruitment Specialist (FTC) , within our Recruitment Team!

This position is a 12‑month fixed term contract to provide support during a period of maternity leave.

At Covéa Insurance , we’re all about protecting what matters most - whether it’s your home, your car, or your business. With our award-winning customer service and a wide range of insurance products, we’re here to make a real difference. 

The Recruitment Team play an important role in bringing great people into Covéa. We focus on managing the hiring process with care, aiming to create a positive and straightforward experience for every candidate. With an eye for potential and a commitment to supporting future talent, you’ll contribute to finding the right people to help our organisation grow. Guided by a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, as a team we work to build a workforce that reflects our values and supports the inclusive culture we are so proud of here at Covéa!

This is a hybrid position, combining the best of both worlds - working from home and spending time in our Halifax office. 

At Covéa, balance matters. We know life is busy, so we’re open to flexible hours, different working patterns, and arrangements that fit your circumstances. Many of our colleagues already work flexibly and we’re always happy to explore what works best for you. 

We’re looking for someone enthusiastic and eager to learn - could that be you? 

Where will I make an impact?

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand hiring needs and shape effective recruitment plans.
• Find and attract candidates through job boards, databases and other sourcing methods.
• Support hiring managers by screening applicants and assessing skills, experience and cultural fit.
• Coordinate interviews and keep the process running smoothly for hiring managers and candidates.
• Guide and support candidates, employees and hiring managers at every stage of recruitment.
• Keep recruitment data accurate and up to date in our talent software, Workday.
• Help develop initiatives that encourage internal mobility and career growth.
• Partner with the business and community groups to ensure recruitment is inclusive, accessible and fair.
• Stay informed on recruitment trends and best practices to continually improve our approach.

Do you have what it takes? 

• Brings a solid understanding of Recruitment processes and best practice.
• Driven and self‑motivated, with the confidence to work independently and the integrity to do things the right way.
• A natural communicator who builds strong, positive relationships across the business.
• Highly organised and adaptable; able to stay focused and effective even when things get busy.
• A practical problem‑solver who spots the details that matter and delivers with accuracy.
• Someone who enjoys improving how things are done and isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo constructively.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in inclusive, people‑centred environments.
• Proactive and goal‑focused - committed to meeting deadlines and achieving shared success.
• Passionate about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and confident in applying these principles throughout the hiring journey.
• Comfortable using HRIS or applicant tracking systems – plus experience with Workday is a great bonus, but not essential!