Recruiter

Aligra Newbury; Newbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency with a people-first culture seeks a motivated Recruiter for its Newbury branch. The role involves managing end-to-end recruitment processes and client engagement, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Great Commission Structure

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Mental Health Support

Professional Development Fund of £1000 per year

Annual Recognition and Awards

Extra Days Off & Length of Service benefits

Team Days, Summer and Christmas Parties

Critical Illness Cover

Qualifications

• Previous experience in recruitment or sales environment desirable.
• Experience recruiting for warehouse and driving roles is advantageous.
• Familiarity with job boards and recruitment software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with clients to understand their hiring needs.
• Identify and attract candidates through various channels and manage their recruitment process.
• Meet targets and maintain accurate records in recruitment software.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Results-oriented

Tools

Recruitment software

Job boards

Job description

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Who Are We?

We’re more than just a recruitment agency. We’re an innovative, award-winning team recently named one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work 2025 by The Sunday Times.

With branches across the country, a people-first culture, and big growth still ahead, we’re building something we’re genuinely proud of. We promote from within, keep our attrition low, and back our teams with the tools and autonomy to thrive.

As part of our 2025 expansion, we’re on the lookout for a motivated, results-focused Recruiter to join our Newbury team.

The Role

As a Recruiter, you’ll be hands-on — connecting great candidates with the right roles and supporting clients with their hiring needs. It’s fast-moving, people-focused, and gives you the chance to make a real impact every day.

Our Newbury branch is picking up speed and we’re looking for someone who can help build on that momentum. You’ll start with structured development, gain your REC qualifications, and follow a clear path toward promotion and leadership within Aligra.

What we offer

• Basic salary between £30,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Great Commission Structure
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Mental Health Support.
• Professional Development Fund of £1000 per year for courses & qualifications.
• Annual Recognition and Awards.
• Extra Days Off & Length of Service benefits.
• Team Days, Summer and Christmas Parties.
• Critical Illness Cover.
• All part of what makes us one of the UK’s Best Places to Work.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Engagement: Build and nurture relationships with new and existing clients, both over the phone and face to face, understanding their hiring needs, and creating attractive adverts.
• Candidate Discovery: Identify and attract potential candidates through various channels, screening thorough interviews and assessments.
• Recruitment Process: Manage the end-to-end temporary and permanent recruitment processes, from advertising to placing candidates in suitable roles. Ensuring compliance throughout.
• Targets and Reporting: Meet and exceed individual and team targets, maintain accurate records in our recruitment software.

Qualifications and Experience

• Desirable: Previous experience in recruitment or a similar sales environment.
• Desirable: Experience recruiting for warehouse and driving roles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proactive, results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving targets.
• Familiarity with job boards and recruitment software is a plus.

How to Apply

If you’re proactive, driven, and looking for a career with genuine progression, send your CV and a quick cover note to [email address or application link]. We look forward to hearing from you.