Grad Talent Recruiter

Scrumconnect Consulting; Staines-upon-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Hybrid work

Training & development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Scrumconnect Consulting is seeking a Graduate Recruiter to join our Newcastle-based Talent Acquisition team. You will support the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing to scheduling interviews and delivering an outstanding candidate experience.

The role suits a recent graduate or 1–2 years in recruitment, HR, or a people-focused role. We offer hybrid working with a Newcastle-based office and a strong emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or 1–2 years in recruitment, HR, or a people-focused role.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proactive, enthusiastic and eager to learn.
• Ability to build rapport with candidates and stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Bonus for familiarity with LinkedIn and Office software.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end recruitment for multiple roles across the organization.
• Source and screen candidates via job boards, social media, LinkedIn, and referrals.
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and maintain candidate communication.
• Manage ATS and keep candidate records up to date.
• Write and post engaging job adverts.
• Help build a diverse talent pipeline for digital and tech roles.
• Conduct initial phone/video screenings.
• Assist with recruitment events and campus outreach.
• Contribute to diversity and inclusive hiring initiatives.
• Provide general support to the Talent Acquisition team.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Rapport with candidates

Adaptability

Microsoft Office

LinkedIn familiarity

Education

Recent graduate

Tools

LinkedIn

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Scrumconnect Consulting

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

Scrumconnect Consulting is a people-focused digital consultancy delivering impactful solutions across the public and private sectors. We specialize in building high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams that work on mission-critical digital transformation projects. As a Disability Confident employer and a company committed to continuous learning, we take pride in investing in our people and growing talent from the ground up.

Location: Newcastle

Salary: 26,500 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Location - Staines(Every Tuesday)

Role Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Graduate Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team in Newcastle. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who is passionate about recruitment, communication, and helping people find the right roles.

As a Graduate Recruiter, you will support the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing candidates to coordinating interviews, managing candidate communication, and helping deliver an outstanding candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in end-to-end recruitment for a variety of roles across the organization.
• Source and screen candidates through job boards, social media, LinkedIn, and referrals
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and maintain excellent communication with candidates
• Manage applicant tracking systems (ATS) and keep candidate records up to date
• Write and post engaging job adverts
• Support talent pipeline building for specialist digital and tech roles
• Conduct initial phone/video screenings
• Help organize recruitment events, job fairs, and campus outreach activities
• Contribute to diversity & inclusion initiatives and help ensure fair hiring practices
• Provide general support to the Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers

What We’re Looking For

• A recent graduate (any discipline welcome) or up to 1–2 years of experience in recruitment, HR, or a people-focused role
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and eager to learn
• Ability to build rapport with candidates and stakeholders
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Good understanding of Microsoft Office and familiarity with LinkedIn is a bonus

What We Offer

• Career development and full training within the Talent team
• Opportunity to work on meaningful roles that support major digital transformation projects
• Inclusive, supportive, and collaborative company culture
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working options (role based in Newcastle office)
• Employee wellbeing and learning & development programs

Diversity & Inclusion

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and strongly committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. Our recruitment processes are inclusive, fair, and designed to ensure equal opportunities for everyone. If you require any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know—we are here to support you