Recruiter

Aligra is an innovative, award-winning recruitment agency with branches throughout the UK. As part of our 2024 growth, we are expanding our team and we’re actively seeking a motivated, results-driven Recruiter to join us in our Didcot branch.

THE ROLE

As a Recruiter in our Didcot branch, you will play a critical role in identifying and connecting with top talent, understanding client needs, and ensuring successful temporary and permanent placements. This role demands a proactive and customer-focused individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Working closely with the Operations Manager, you will ensure an excellent service is provided to our clients and candidates along with building strong relationships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Engagement:

• Build and nurture relationships with clients to understand their hiring needs and organisational culture.
• A passion for sales, business development and building customer relationships.
• Attend regular client visits to discuss business opportunities and offering our service solution
• Supply suitable candidates to cover all client requirements.
• Identify and qualify new business leads via networking, sales calls and new client visits

Candidate Discovery:

• Using your local knowledge through various channels, including online databases, social media, and
• industry events, identify and attract potential candidates.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit.

Recruitment Process:

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Provide guidance and support to candidates throughout the hiring process.
• Ensure compliance checks are thoroughly completed, including Right to Work documents.

Market Research:

• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in recruitment or a similarly related sales environment.
• Desirable – Previous experience recruiting for warehouse and driving roles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and nurture
• relationships.
• Proactive and results-oriented mindset, with a focus on achieving and exceeding targets.
• A keen interest in staying updated on industry trends and market dynamics.

WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU?

• Industry leading training and support through the REC
• Mental Health Support and Discounted Gym Membership
• A range of Discounts
• Yearly Recognition and Awards
• Extra Days Off & Length of Service benefits
• Team Days, Summer and Christmas Parties
• Critical Illness Cover
  …and so much more!

HOW TO APPLY

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented individual looking to contribute to a dynamic recruitment team, please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to emily.dixon@aligra.co.uk

Aligra has been a trusted recruitment partner since 2007, specialising in talent management and recruitment for various sectors, including Automotive and Engineering, Driving and Industrial, Hospitality & Events, and Professional and Executive industries. As an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity in our workforce. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees.