Recruitment Consultant

apartmentpeopleworth placeSomerset West scheduleFull-time calendar_month 

peopleworth is an employer group consultancy committed to supporting small and medium-sized businesses in cultivating strong, effective workforces. We specialize in providing tailored recruitment and HR solutions across diverse industries, helping our clients attract and retain top talent to drive their success.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Recruitment Consultant to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process, working closely with clients to understand their hiring needs and delivering quality candidates who align with their organisational culture and goals.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your recruitment expertise within a supportive and innovative environment.

Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their recruitment requirements and job specifications.
  • Source and attract candidates through a variety of channels including job boards, social media, and networking.
  • Conduct interviews and assess candidates to ensure suitability for client roles.
  • Manage the recruitment lifecycle from initial candidate identification to offer negotiation and onboarding support.
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates to ensure a positive experience throughout the recruitment process.
  • Keep accurate records and update applicant tracking systems regularly.
  • Provide market insights and recommendations to clients on talent acquisition strategies.
  • Work collaboratively with the internal team to improve recruitment processes and service delivery.
  • Participate in networking events and industry forums to build a robust talent and client network.

Requirements

To excel as a Recruitment Consultant at peopleworth, candidates should meet the following criteria:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
  • Proven experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, ideally within a consultancy or agency environment.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to assess candidate skills and cultural fit effectively.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple recruitment assignments simultaneously.
  • Proficiency in using recruitment software, applicant tracking systems, and MS Office or Google Workspace.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a remote environment.
  • High level of professionalism and integrity, with the ability to handle confidential information sensitively.
  • Willingness to attend client meetings and events as required.
  • Reliable internet connection and a suitable remote workspace.
Benefits
  • Collaborative, people-centred performance culture
  • Opportunities to grow in a client-centred environment

Our Recruitment Process

The peopleworth Employer Group follows a fair, transparent, and multi-stage recruitment process designed to ensure mutual fit.
  1. Application Submission: Complete the online form and answer brief application questions.
  2. Initial Screening: Your application is reviewed for role alignment; successful candidates move to the longlist.
  3. Video Interview Stage: You’ll be invited to record short responses to 3–4 role-specific questions.
  4. Live Interviews: Shortlisted candidates join first-round interviews (and, where applicable, second or third rounds depending on the role).
  5. Final Shortlist & Verification: Reference and background checks are completed.
  6. Offer & Contracting: Successful candidates receive formal offers and contract documents.
  7. Pre-boarding & Onboarding: Once accepted, you’ll complete a pre-boarding process before officially joining your employing organisation within the Employer Group.

Throughout every stage, we value clear communication, respectful engagement, and timely feedback.

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