Early Careers Talent Specialist- 12 month fixed term contract.

Sterling Kohler; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Early Careers Talent Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term hybrid role based in Cheltenham. The position focuses on managing early careers programs to build a diverse talent pipeline, requiring a passion for talent development and strong project management skills. Competitive salary and benefits package included.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Commitment to diversity and innovation

Qualifications

• Passion for developing early careers talent with experience in education or L&D.
• HR or recruitment experience advantageous.
• Experience working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the 2025/26 early careers plan including recruitment and onboarding.
• Organize recruitment events and coordinate work experience placements.
• Manage budget, wages, and bonuses with finance support.

Skills

Project Management

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Early Careers Talent Specialist - 12 month fixed term contract

Hybrid role - with at least 3 days on site in Cheltenham

Salary up to £40k, subject to skills & experience, plus a benefits package including company bonuses.

Closing date for applications: 9th June.

Our people agenda focuses on creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive, supporting the development of cutting-edge skills, building talent, and maintaining a collaborative culture with a focus on wellbeing. We aim for Kohler Mira to be the “employer of choice”.

The Early Careers Talent Specialist will play a key role in delivering our early careers talent plans and initiatives. Reporting to the HR Director, this role manages a range of early careers programs, including outreach, apprenticeships, and Year in Industry schemes, across the business to build a sustainable talent pipeline.

This position is ideal for someone eager to work in a busy HR team, managing high-quality initiatives such as apprenticeships, STEM outreach, work experience, and placements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the 2025/26 early careers plan, including role identification, recruitment, onboarding, and pastoral care.
• Support apprentice managers with recruitment, onboarding, and progression guidance.
• Organize recruitment events such as open evenings and assessment centers.
• Collaborate with training providers and managers to ensure progress and meaningful project involvement for associates.
• Chair the early careers steering committee for program governance.
• Design and deliver outreach activities with schools and STEM ambassadors to attract diverse talent.
• Coordinate work experience placements, ensuring positive learning experiences.
• Manage budget, wages, bonuses, and levy funds with finance support.
• Utilize talent metrics for monitoring and evaluation.
• Serve as a key contact for internal and external early careers inquiries.

Skills & Requirements

• Passion for developing early careers talent, with experience in apprenticeships, graduate programs, STEM outreach, education, or L&D.
• HR or recruitment experience is advantageous.
• Experience working with young people.
• Strong project management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Degree or equivalent qualification preferred.
• An inclusive approach to talent development.

What We Offer

Competitive rewards, health and wellbeing support, career development opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and innovation. Join us in creating better tomorrows and making a difference in people's lives.