Apprentice Recruiter

Mears Group; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job description

Annual salary: up to £25,484.71

Inhouse recruiter apprenticeship - HR

Gloucester – Brockworth Business Park

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (Including study leave)

Salary up to £25,484.71

Apprenticeships 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 meetings 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 company's 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
• You must live within 5 miles of the branch postcode
• 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

Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:

Laura Crosby ([e-mail])

If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). We hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.