Recruiter Apprenticeship

Brief Description

Join a fast-growing recruitment agency based in Dartford with nationwide reach. A great opportunity to build a long-term career in recruitment. Support consultants with candidate sourcing, registration, admin tasks, and daily operations while learning from an experienced, supportive team.

Qualifications Required

GCSE Maths and English 4 or above (or equivalent)

Personal Qualities

Positive and enthusiastic attitude
Confident and professional manner
Eager to learn and develop new skills
Honest, reliable, and trustworthy
Friendly, approachable, and supportive
Motivated to succeed and contribute to team goals
Adaptable and open to feedback
Excellent work ethic and strong sense of responsibility
Curious and proactive in problem-solving
Able to work independently and use initiative

Skills Required

Must have at least 12 months previous work experience (ideally within an office environment)
Strong communication skills – Confident spoken and written English with a professional telephone manner.
Organised and detail-oriented – Able to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
IT proficient – Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and internal systems like CRM/ATS.
Resilient and self-motivated – Able to handle pressure, setbacks, and remain positive and proactive.
Team player with a can-do attitude – Willing to support others, take initiative, and go the extra mile.

Future Prospects

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is the potential to progress into a permanent Recruitment Consultant role within the business. Continued development and career progression are encouraged, with opportunities to grow into senior recruitment or management positions over time.

Vacancy Detail

Duties will include:
Source and pre-screen candidates using platforms like CV Library and Reed to identify suitable talent for active vacancies.
Register candidates and complete compliance checks, ensuring all documentation is accurate and meets internal and client requirements.
Support consultants with recruitment and selection by shortlisting candidates, arranging interviews, and providing updates.
Create, post, and monitor job adverts across multiple platforms, ensuring adverts are engaging, accurate, and up to date.
Maintain and update CRM and ATS systems, inputting detailed notes, uploading documents, and keeping candidate records current.
Build and manage relationships with candidates, offering regular communication, updates, and support throughout the recruitment process.
Provide interview feedback to candidates, manage correspondence professionally, and respond to queries via email and phone.
Process and record agency worker timesheets, ensuring accurate data entry and chasing missing or unapproved submissions.
Obtain and follow up on references, contacting referees promptly and passing relevant information to consultants for review.
Answer incoming telephone queries and provide information on vacancies, timesheets, and processes while delivering excellent customer service.

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