Apprentice Recruiter

Job title:

Apprentice Recruiter

Company

Mears Group

Job description

Annual salary: up to £25,484.71Inhouse recruiter apprenticeship – HRGloucester – Brockworth Business ParkMonday to Friday, 40 hours per week (Including study leave)Salary up to £ 25,484.71Apprenticeships are available to individuals of all ages. Salary may vary depending on the applicant’s age.About apprenticeships at Mears Group:Apprenticeships are central to Mears’ philosophy, dedicated to developing our future workforce. Mears Group PLC is a leading UK provider of housing and care services, focused on social responsibility and community well-being.As a Mears Apprentice, you’ll receive monthly pay for working hours and study leave, gaining real-life experience in Talent Acquisition which will also include attending college one day per week. The 18-month apprenticeship will result in a recruiter level 3 standard qualification which aligns with the British Institute of Recruiters and the Recruitment and Employment Confederation.To be considered for a Mears apprenticeship all applicants must submit their CV together with a Cover Letter detailing why you are interested in Mears Group and why you would like to be an apprentice.About the role:As an in-house recruiter Apprentice, you will develop in the role with guidance from your mentor. Based in our Talent Acquisition team at the Gloucester head office in Brockworth, you’ll attend college in Gloucester one day per week for face-to-face learning.Your responsibilities will include supporting new job requisitions, liaising and communicating with stakeholders, hiring managers, onboarding candidates, smart sourcing via phone, Teams, and email, and typing up notes and attending meetings.Day to Day duties:

• Assisting with recruitment, supporting the talent acquisition team in sourcing, screening and contacting candidates to include arranging interviews, preparation and aftercare calls
• Onboarding candidates’ with offer letters, right to work checks and security clearances
• Managing different recruitment methods, candidates databases and job postings internally and externally
• Supporting cost centres with their new requisitions, communicating with hiring managers and writing compelling adverts
• Attend face to face and teams meeting when required

The apprenticeship will cover the following core areas:

• Principles of assessing labour market conditions, including identifying shortages for specific roles and demand for candidates with transferable skills to move from the legacy carbon economy into green economy jobs
• Candidate sourcing techniques, including how to research, identify and attract candidates using methods to satisfy job requirements
• Methods for communicating information and interacting with candidates and other stakeholders to facilitate understanding, for example face-to-face or online meetings, emails, reports, and presentations
• How to plan and prioritise activities to meet the companies recruitment strategy and processes, including allocating and managing resources throughout the recruitment life cycle and methods for increasing talent and client pipelines
• Identify, progress, and convert leads into new candidates, placements, or clients
• Plan and manage recruitment campaigns to attract candidates, including agreeing objectives with stakeholders and monitoring performance
• Supports an inclusive culture, treating colleagues, candidates, and external stakeholders fairly and with respect
• Seeks learning opportunities and continuous professional development

Key Criteria:

• You must hold English and Maths qualifications at grade C/4 or above in GCSE’s or level 2 in functional skills
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment who can adapt to change
• Knowledge of Microsoft office, Excel, outlook, Word etc.
• Organisational skills with the ability to manage tasks efficiently and stay organised
• Team Player with a collaborative mindset and a willingness to learn
• Eagerness to learn with a strong desire to learn and grow in the field of recruitment
• Passionate with a genuine interest in recruitment and helping others succeed

Benefits we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day – Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
• Volunteering Leave – Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards – discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more
• Family friendly policies

To apply, follow the link below or to discuss your application further please contactMears Group is a Disability Confident employer and recognises our people as our greatest asset, we hire individuality, recognising and valuing everyone is individual and ensuring equal access to opportunities for all regardless of social economic background or individual make up.All our roles require candidates to have the right to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment.Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:Laura Crosby (laura.crosby@mearsgroup.co.uk) 07707 162297Mears Group is a disability confident employer and recognise our people as our greatest asset, we Hire Individuality, recognising and valuing everyone is individual and ensuring equal access to opportunities for all regardless of social economic background or individual make up.To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your license over 3 months and have less than 9 points.Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment.

Expected salary

£25484.71 per year

Location

Brockworth, Gloucestershire – Gloucester

Job date

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:34:43 GMT

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