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Emerging Talent Advisor

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Gateley

Jul 1

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Manchester

Requirements

  • Have prior experience in recruitment, ideally within emerging talent in a professional services environment.
  • Previous experience in the property sector, including roles such as surveyors, chartered engineers, and architects, would be an advantage.
  • Show a keen interest in diversity, inclusion, and social mobility.
  • Are professional, personable, and have excellent communication skills.
  • Can build influential relationships with stakeholders and external partners.
  • Are agile, detail-oriented, and capable of managing competing requests.
  • Are self-motivated with a proactive approach and strong IT skills.

Responsibilities

  • Attraction:
  • Collaborate with the emerging talent manager, diversity and inclusion advisor, and digital team to craft and implement our online marketing strategy for emerging talent recruitment.
  • Enhance our social media presence, ensuring engaging content to attract diverse talent.
  • Organise and manage logistics for both virtual and in-person recruitment events, representing Gateley’s values and professionalism.
  • Participate in attraction events such as careers fairs, university presentations, and insight evenings, targeting the markets you will be specialising in.
  • Foster relationships with key stakeholders at schools, universities, and training providers.
  • Selection:
  • Oversee the recruitment processes for Consultancy Business emerging talent, including apprenticeship and graduate roles.
  • Assist in sourcing internal assessors and coordinating placements and work experience initiatives.
  • Maintain relationships with external providers for applicant tracking and assessment systems.
  • Ensure a top-tier candidate experience with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
  • Review and refine selection tools and processes, providing constructive feedback to candidates.
  • Development:
  • Manage the onboarding process for graduates and apprentices, offering pastoral care and support in their development.
  • Build strong relationships with emerging talent and key stakeholders within Consultancy Businesses to understand and meet their development needs.
  • Support the emerging talent manager with qualification processes and other initiatives.
  • General:
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators, regulatory updates, and retention trends.
  • Engage with future talent through regular communications and social media.
  • Develop and maintain standard documents and policies related to emerging talent.
  • Suggest improvements and support the development of the emerging talent assistant.
  • Educate supervisors and team leaders on the emerging talent strategy.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Emerging Talent Advisor at Gateley?

The primary responsibility of the Emerging Talent Advisor is to support the Consultancy Businesses and Business Support teams in attracting, recruiting, and developing emerging talent across the offices, while also delivering operational aspects of talent programmes and contributing to strategic projects.

What are the key areas the Emerging Talent Advisor will focus on?

The key areas the Emerging Talent Advisor will focus on are Attraction, Selection, Development, and General responsibilities related to monitoring and reporting, relationship building, and process improvement.

What types of events will the Emerging Talent Advisor participate in for talent attraction?

The Emerging Talent Advisor will participate in events such as careers fairs, university presentations, insight evenings, and other attraction events targeting specific markets.

What experience is preferred for candidates applying for this role?

Preferred candidates will have prior experience in recruitment, ideally within emerging talent in a professional services environment. Experience in the property sector, including roles such as surveyors, chartered engineers, and architects, is also advantageous.

How important are diversity and inclusion in this role?

Diversity and inclusion are very important in this role, as the Emerging Talent Advisor is expected to focus on attracting diverse talent and ensuring a top-tier candidate experience with an emphasis on these principles.

What kind of support will the Emerging Talent Advisor provide to new recruits?

The Emerging Talent Advisor will manage the onboarding process for graduates and apprentices, offering pastoral care and support in their development to ensure a successful transition into the company.

How will the Emerging Talent Advisor contribute to the team’s strategic goals?

The Emerging Talent Advisor will contribute by collaborating on online marketing strategies, enhancing social media presence, refining selection tools, monitoring performance indicators, and engaging with future talent to support the overall recruitment and development strategy.

What skills are essential for success in this position?

Essential skills include excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, a keen interest in diversity and inclusion, agility and detail-orientation, self-motivation, and strong IT skills.

Who does the recruitment team at Gateley report to?

The recruitment team at Gateley reports to the Head of Recruitment, who leads the team in attracting top talent to support the company’s growth and success.

What is the size and structure of the recruitment team at Gateley?

The recruitment team at Gateley consists of 10 members, covering all areas of the business at all levels, and is structured to support the company’s ongoing growth and evolving needs.

Will the Emerging Talent Advisor have opportunities for professional growth?

Yes, the position offers opportunities for recruitment delivery, project involvement, process improvement, and career progression within a growing and evolving business environment.

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