Apprentice Talent Acquisition Coordinator

XPS Group; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

25 days' holiday with buy/sell

Pension matching

Healthcare plans

Life assurance

Retailer discounts

Volunteer days

Job summary

XPS Group in Reading is seeking a proactive Talent Acquisition professional to support end-to-end recruitment across the business. You will assist hiring managers, screen candidates, schedule interviews, and help run assessment days with a focus on quality and efficiency.

As part of a hybrid team, you will manage recruitment systems, maintain trackers, and promote roles via social channels while upholding GDPR and best practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role or customer service/office-based environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems.

Responsibilities

• Support Talent Acquisition to deliver a first-class service to hiring managers and candidates.
• Launch approved roles in recruitment systems and update trackers.
• Screen candidates, arrange interviews and contribute to Talent Pooling.
• Assist with interview planning, communications, and assessment days.
• Manage HR portal and team inbox, and help with social media promotion of roles.
• Support volume recruitment campaigns and maintain GDPR compliance.

Skills

IT literacy and MS Office

Strong communication

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Flexible/adaptable

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE Maths and English

A-Levels or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Recruitment systems

HR portal / emails

Job description

About XPS Group

XPS Group is a prominent and growing UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.

Location

Reading

Employment Type

Permanent, Full Time

Grade

Associate

Hybrid

Job ID

REQ003934

About The Role

The talent acquisition team is pivotal as XPS continues to grow in challenging markets. It secures top talent, driving innovation and adaptability. We work creatively to attract top talent and align candidates with our corporate values, cultivating a positive hiring experience, benefiting both managers and applicants. Additionally, talent acquisition plays a vital role in fostering diversity and inclusion. Diverse teams enhance creativity and problem-solving, providing a competitive edge. Moreover, a commitment to fair hiring practices strengthens the company's reputation, attracting ethical talent. In navigating tough markets, talent acquisition ensures a robust workforce, driving growth, fostering inclusivity, and exemplifying the company's commitment to doing what's right.

All team members are expected to promote, lead, and represent the company brand, values, and culture.

The role will suit someone looking to build a career in the Talent Acquisition/recruitment arena.

• Support the Talent Acquisition team deliver a first-class service to hiring managers and candidates along the whole recruitment journey. Ensure all parties are dealt with professionally, efficiently and in line with best recruitment practice.
• Launch and log newly approved roles in our recruitment systems and add to the Talent Acquisition Tracker.
• Support the team with Screening of candidates, arranging interviews and Talent Pooling candidates.
• Add positions to organisation structure.
• Seek approval for offers and notify TA team when verbal offer is ready for delivery.
• Manage tracker with updates as roles progress.
• Support with interview arranging.
• Support with planning, candidate communications and execution of assessment days.
• Support with planning and communication on volume recruitment campaigns.
• Manage HR portal and email inbox for the team, dealing with queries or redirecting as required.
• Support with advertising roles promotion through social media.
• Monitor Glassdoor reviews.
• Become subject matter expert on internal recruitment systems.
• Contribute to the delivery of recruitment projects and the continuous improvement of the recruitment function.
• Work with the Talent Acquisition team in support the broader XPS DEI agenda.
• General administration duties to ensure continued GDPR compliance.

Due to the changing nature of the business, the job holder may from time to time be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within their capabilities.

Essential

Your Profile

• IT literate and confident working with different systems for various processes e.g.MS Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Able to work effectively under pressure to tight deadlines, with strong attention to detail.
• Experience of working in a similar role or customer service/ office based b2b sales environment.
• Possess strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Possess an enthusiasm to develop, improve and enhance the service provided to all stakeholders.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and integrity at all times.
• Have a flexible, adaptable approach and willingness to learn new skills.
• A-C GCSE Maths and English, Grade 4 and above or equivalent.
• A-Levels or equivalent.

Desirable

• Work experience within a Recruitment or administrative environment would be preferred.

What We Offer

Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days' holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.

Equal Opportunities Statement

XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.

Eligibility

Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.

Who Are We

To find out more please visit: www.xpsgroup.com