Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description

Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist | Coventry | Permanent and Full Time Salary: £22,000-£25,000Join Our Mission to Empower Learners!At PET-Xi Training, we empower individuals to unlock their potential. We are an education and training provider and offer a variety of valuable courses and qualifications to young people and adults to support them in achieving their goals and prospects,and we do this all through our engaging, fun, and exciting delivery method. Working with PET-Xi Training is extremely rewarding, and you get to play a vital part in an operation that helps peoples lives every single day.This is where you come in!Purpose of the Job:At PET-Xi Training, we are dedicated to empowering individuals through education and training. We are seeking a Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our People team who is passionate about making a difference in the education sector.Reporting into our Talent Acquisition Lead, this role is pivotal in shaping our recruitment team, requiring a balance of innovation, adaptability, and effective communication.In the dynamic world of contractor (Associate) recruitment at PET-Xi Training, every day is a fast-paced adventure. Embracing this speed is not just a requirement but an exhilarating challenge. You will find yourself at the heart of a constantlyevolving landscape, where being agile and adaptable isnt just valued, its celebrated, not just a skill, its a superpower that propels us forward.This role is perfect for someone who thrives in rapid environments and sees change as an opportunity for growth and innovation. Your ability to quickly adapt and respond will be key in connecting the right talent with the right opportunities, making a tangibledifference in the educational sectorDuties and Responsibilities:

• Talent Acquisition: Directly engage in the recruitment process for various roles, including subcontractor (Associates) and zero-hour positions. Where required you will support our Talent Acquisition Lead in utilising job boards, socialmedia, professional networks, job fairs, and referrals to attract and source high-quality candidates.
• Candidate Assessment: Conduct telephone interviews to ensure candidates are a great fit and ensure compliance with right-to-work documentation.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate candidate records in the applicant tracking system.
• Communication: Manage incoming calls and queries in the shared recruitment inbox.
• Onboarding Support: Assist with onboarding new recruits during peak periods.
• Innovative Recruitment Strategies: Develop and implement creative methods for talent attraction.
• Meeting Targets: Achieve set recruitment KPIs.
• Proven experience in a recruitment role, preferably in an educational setting.
• Familiarity with KCSIE Safer Recruitment legislation or willingness to learn.
• Experience in high volume recruiting.
• Computer literate and confident using
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information sensitively.
• Minimum education: GCSE, including Maths and English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• Good understanding of AI technology and ability to utilise it effectively and efficiently within PET-Xi’’s guidelines.

Skills / Experience:

• Proven experience in a recruitment role, preferably in an educational setting.
• Familiarity with KCSIE Safer Recruitment legislation or willingness to learn.
• Experience in high volume recruiting.
• Computer literate and confident using
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information sensitively.
• Minimum education: GCSE, including Maths and English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• Good understanding of AI technology and ability to utilise it effectively and efficiently within PET-Xi’’s guidelines.

Personal Attributes:

• Must be confident in phone-based communication.
• Empowered to work autonomously, youll be a self-starter, adept at managing your workload with initiative and independence.
• Be a true recruitment partner to internal customers with an ability to build strong, professional relationships.
• Must have a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Must be a creative thinker, open to exploring innovative recruitment approaches.
• Must be alignment with PET-Xis value pillars of Community Focus, Inspiration, Optimism, Passion, and Resilience.
• We are a national training company, therefore a willingness and ability to travel to support our Talent Acquisition Lead where required is a must.

What We Can Offer You!

• Up to 30 days holiday (25, rising incrementally, one day per year, to 30 days after five years’ service).
• Family Friendly PET-Xi paid events (Christmas and Summer events etc.)
• Expenses (Travel, Hotels *where required, Overnight food allowance)
• Help@hand (24/7 Online GP Service)
• Death in service cover.
• Critical Illness Insurance.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Study Support.
• Free Eye Tests.
• Company Pension Scheme
• Free Parking