Contingent Workforce Specialist
Added 29 Sept · still live
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Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
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Salary
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£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3571 (96% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and BSI is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
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New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3571 Human resources and industrial relations officers Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
We exist to create positive change for people and the planet. Join us and make a difference too!
Role: Contingent Workforce Specialist
Location: UK Remote (Occasional travel to Milton Keynes/London)
Reports to: Head of Talent Acquisition, Global Assurance
We’re building an organisation that meets the challenges of tomorrow. Want to grow with us?
We’re looking for a knowledgeable and solutions-focused Contingent Workforce Specialist to strengthen the way BSI engages and manages its global contingent workforce. Reporting to the Head of Talent Acquisition, Global Assurance, this UK-based role will act as the central point of expertise for contingent workforce governance, helping hiring managers navigate engagement options while ensuring policy, legal, tax and organisational requirements are applied consistently. Working across People, Procurement, Finance, Legal, Tax and business leadership teams, you’ll improve workforce visibility, reduce risk and help embed a sustainable, consistent approach to contingent workforce management across BSI.
Responsibilities
Role: Contingent Workforce Specialist
Location: UK Remote (Occasional travel to Milton Keynes/London)
Reports to: Head of Talent Acquisition, Global Assurance
We’re building an organisation that meets the challenges of tomorrow. Want to grow with us?
We’re looking for a knowledgeable and solutions-focused Contingent Workforce Specialist to strengthen the way BSI engages and manages its global contingent workforce. Reporting to the Head of Talent Acquisition, Global Assurance, this UK-based role will act as the central point of expertise for contingent workforce governance, helping hiring managers navigate engagement options while ensuring policy, legal, tax and organisational requirements are applied consistently. Working across People, Procurement, Finance, Legal, Tax and business leadership teams, you’ll improve workforce visibility, reduce risk and help embed a sustainable, consistent approach to contingent workforce management across BSI.
Responsibilities
- Own and oversee contingent workforce governance processes and controls, ensuring consistent application of BSI’s Contingent Workforce Policy, Governance Framework and Operating Manual.
- Oversee worker classification assessments and identify or escalate potential worker misclassification, employment tax, social security, permanent establishment and co-employment risks.
- Manage contingent worker verification, referencing and minimum screening requirements, maintaining clear governance records and audit evidence.
- Oversee the end-to-end contingent worker lifecycle from requisition through to offboarding, while supporting hiring managers to complete their allocated process steps.
- Guide hiring managers on engagement routes, approvals, extensions, workforce transitions and end-of-assignment activities.
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- Experience in contingent workforce management, talent acquisition, workforce operations or a closely related field.
- A practical understanding of contingent labour governance, worker classification and compliance requirements.
- Experience operating within policy, governance or control frameworks and supporting process improvement or operational change.
- Confidence working across People, Procurement, Finance, Legal, Tax and business functions in a complex organisation.
- The ability to interpret and apply policies consistently and pragmatically, assess engagement requirements and recommend appropriate routes.
- Strong risk awareness, sound judgement and the confidence to challenge constructively and implement corrective action where needed.
- Excellent planning, coordination and organisational skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities without compromising service or compliance.
- Clear written and verbal communication, strong stakeholder influence and the ability to analyse workforce information and create meaningful reporting.
- A highly organised, accountable and customer-focused approach, with integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.
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Grow your career and expand your skills and knowledge. At BSI, we offer opportunities to work across industries and across the globe. You’ll benefit from the different perspectives and experiences of your international colleagues, as well as ongoing training and development. We offer flexible working, as well as 27 days’ annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, car allowance (dependent on role), income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.
We exist to have a positive impact. Our people influence international thinking and action on important issues. Our 86,000 customers are based in 193 countries across the globe.
We’re looking for passionate people who want to make a difference in a purpose-led organisation. If that sounds like you, apply now. Together, we can help create a better society and a more sustainable world.
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The world needs fresh thinking and new perspectives to tackle its biggest challenges. It’s why, at BSI, we’re committed to creating a collaborative environment where everyone can contribute. Whatever your background, experience or outlook, here you can be your best self and do your best work.
If you have a disability or a health condition, please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.
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About Us
BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.
Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments.
Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.
Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society’s critical issue
We exist to have a positive impact. Our people influence international thinking and action on important issues. Our 86,000 customers are based in 193 countries across the globe.
We’re looking for passionate people who want to make a difference in a purpose-led organisation. If that sounds like you, apply now. Together, we can help create a better society and a more sustainable world.
D&I Policy
The world needs fresh thinking and new perspectives to tackle its biggest challenges. It’s why, at BSI, we’re committed to creating a collaborative environment where everyone can contribute. Whatever your background, experience or outlook, here you can be your best self and do your best work.
If you have a disability or a health condition, please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.
#Remote
About Us
BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.
Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments.
Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.
Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society’s critical issue
s – from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.
BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Human resources and industrial relations officers (SOC 3571) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~137k in sampleSOC 3571
- Middle half £28,912–42,432
- Median £33,904
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. BSI holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3571 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.