Researcher / Resourcer

HCP Automotive; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment consultancy based in South Croydon is looking for recent graduates to join their team as Researchers/Resourcers. The role involves supporting recruitment campaigns, conducting market research, and building candidate shortlists. Ideal candidates should have a 2:1 Bachelor's degree, strong communication skills, and a keen interest in people. Comprehensive training and career development are provided, along with a competitive starting package and commission potential.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Career development opportunities

Competitive starting package

Uncapped commission potential

Qualifications

• A minimum of a 2:1 Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
• Confidence, professionalism, and natural communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of retained assignments for companies.
• Conduct in-depth market research to identify potential candidates.
• Build and manage shortlists through headhunting and outreach.

Skills

Curiosity

Tenacity

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Education

2:1 Bachelor's degree

Job description

Have you recently graduated and are now looking to launch your career?
We understand that your first step into the professional world can feel overwhelming. That’s why we offer an opportunity that combines structure, support and progression in a collabrorative environment.

At HCP, we are a specialist recruitment consultancy with over 25 years of success. Based in South Croydon, we’ve built a reputation for excellence through a simple yet powerful formula: hire bright, motivated graduates, train them thoroughly, and support their development as they grow into high-performing Researchers and Resourcers. We provide an environment that nurtures talent and encourages ambition.

The Role

Working as part of our close-knit, team, you will support the delivery of retained assignments for some great companies.

As a Researcher / Resourcer, your responsibilities will include:

Collaborating with senior consultants on client briefs
Conducting in-depth market research to identify and profile potential candidates
Building and managing shortlists through headhunting and proactive outreach
Initiating contact with prospective candidates and scheduling interviews
Supporting the overall delivery of successful recruitment campaigns across a range of roles – from administration and technical positions to senior executive appointments

This is a role that requires curiosity, tenacity, and excellent interpersonal skills. Your ability to research effectively and connect with people will be central to the success of our assignments.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking recent graduates who demonstrate:

A minimum of a 2:1 Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
A strong academic background
Confidence, professionalism, and natural communication skills
Intellectual curiosity and a keen eye for detail
High levels of persistence, resilience, and integrity
A genuine interest in people and the ability to build rapport quickly
Strong organisational and IT skills
Ambition and a desire to build a successful career in recruitment

You’ll act as a brand ambassador for HCP, representing us with professionalism and enthusiasm in every interaction.

What’s On Offer

We believe in rewarding talent and effort. You can expect:

Comprehensive training and career development from day one
A supportive and collaborative work environment
A competitive starting package with uncapped commission potential
Clear opportunities for progression based on performance

Interested?

If you're driven, ambitious, and ready to invest your skills in a challenging but rewarding industry, we would love to hear from you.