Recruitment Advisor

Trafford College; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave

Generous pension contribution 20.8%

Free onsite parking

Onsite Costa Coffee & subsidised staff

Employee Assistance Programme

Tailored professional development

Job summary

Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG) is seeking an experienced Recruitment Advisor to join our Talent Attraction Team. You will partner with hiring managers across the Group to deliver a professional, efficient and candidate‑focused recruitment service from vacancy approval through to onboarding.

You’ll provide expert advice on recruitment best practice, support managers throughout the hiring process, and develop effective attraction strategies to ensure we attract diverse, high‑quality

Qualifications

• End-to-end recruitment in-house or talent acquisition experience.
• Partners with hiring managers and influences decisions.
• Manages multiple vacancies and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using ATS/HR systems.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices and employment legislation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Highly organised with attention to detail.
• Interprets recruitment data to improve processes and outcomes.
• Proactive, solutions-focused and independent.
• Commitment to inclusive recruitment and safeguarding.
• Willing to travel between campuses.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to deliver end-to-end recruitment.
• Advise on recruitment best practices and interview processes.
• Develop attraction strategies and employer branding initiatives.
• Support recruitment marketing and talent pipelining.
• Analyse recruitment data to drive improvements.
• Ensure a positive, inclusive candidate experience.

Skills

End-to-end recruitment

Stakeholder management

Candidate engagement

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Organisational skills

Diversity and inclusion

Independent working

Problem solving

Education

CIPD Level 3

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

HR systems

Job description

Permanent, Full Time – 36.25 hours per week

At Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG), we’re passionate about creating opportunities for people to reach their full potential through education and skills development.

We’re looking for an experienced and proactive Recruitment Advisor to join our Talent Attraction Team and play a key role in shaping our recruitment activity across the Group.

This is an exciting opportunity for an in‑house recruitment professional who enjoys building strong stakeholder relationships, delivering outstanding recruitment experiences, and making a real impact through talent attraction and employer branding initiatives.

The Role

As a Recruitment Advisor, you’ll partner with hiring managers across the Group to deliver a professional, efficient and candidate‑focused recruitment service from vacancy approval through to onboarding.

You’ll provide expert advice on recruitment best practice, support managers throughout the hiring process, and develop effective attraction strategies to ensure we continue to attract diverse, high‑quality candidates. You’ll also contribute to employer branding activity, talent pipelining, recruitment marketing and continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a varied role where no two days are the same. From advising managers and supporting interviews to analysing recruitment data and attending careers events, you’ll play a vital role in helping us build a workforce that makes a difference to our students and communities.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has proven experience delivering end‑to‑end recruitment within an in‑house recruitment or talent acquisition environment.
• Has experience partnering with hiring managers and influencing recruitment and selection decisions.
• Can effectively manage multiple vacancies, priorities and deadlines within a fast‑paced environment.
• Has experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR systems.
• Possesses a strong understanding of recruitment and selection best practice and relevant employment legislation.
• Has excellent communication and relationship‑building skills and can engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• Is highly organised, detail‑focused and able to maintain accuracy when managing competing priorities.
• Can interpret recruitment data and use insights to improve processes and outcomes.
• Takes a proactive, solutions‑focused approach and is comfortable working independently.
• Is passionate about delivering an exceptional recruitment experience for candidates and hiring managers.
• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusive recruitment practices, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Holds a CIPD Level 3 qualification as a minimum requirement.
• Holds a CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent recruitment experience (desirable).
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
• Is willing to travel between campuses when required.

Why Join TSCG

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive HR team where your expertise will be valued and your development encouraged. You’ll have the chance to influence attraction strategies, strengthen our employer brand and directly contribute to building a talented workforce that supports student success.

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous pension contribution of 20.8 %
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite Costa Coffee and subsidised staff canteen
• Employee Assistance Programme with support for family members
• Tailored professional development and learning opportunities

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

TSCG is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the role will be guaranteed an interview.

Safeguarding

Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and, where applicable, an additional barred list check. The Group will meet the costs associated with these checks.

Please note that, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, online searches may be carried out as part of our pre‑employment checks.

The role is open to direct applicants only.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received, therefore early application is encouraged.