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Apprenticeship training course

Recruitment consultant (level 3)

Attracting candidates and matching them to temporary or permanent job positions with client companies.

Qualification level
3
Equivalent to A level.
Typical duration
12 months
Apprenticeship category
Business and administration
Maximum funding
£5,000
Maximum amount government will fund
for apprenticeship training.
Skills
Skills an apprentice will learn
  • Identify, progress and convert sales leads into new clients, candidates and placements as required. This may include activity within the green economy and organisations or sectors transitioning to a net carbon zero model.
  • Proactively and consistently strive to identify and obtain new business opportunities
  • Source suitable vacancies in line with company policies and sales procedures. This may include the labour market within the green economy and organisations or sectors transitioning to a net carbon zero model.
  • Manage and profitably develop client relationships
  • Identify and attract candidates using all appropriate methods to fill jobs for example, this may include identifying candidates who have transferrable skills from the high carbon legacy economy to a role within the net zero carbon economy.
  • Monitor responses/applications received and make sure that candidate applications are processed efficiently
  • Shortlist and present suitably qualified applicants against defined job vacancies
  • Manage the recruitment and selection processes by effectively liaising with the client, candidate and internal teams
  • Successfully place suitable candidates with clients
  • Advise clients and candidates on the legal, regulatory and ethical requirements and appropriate codes of practice when recruiting
  • Advise candidates and clients on employee rights and responsibilities including equality, diversity and inclusion
  • Accurately complete all necessary processes, payment and aftercare services
  • Meet agreed Key Performance Indicators (vacancies taken, calls made, interviews etc)
  • Be able to accurately utilise company management systems and follow payroll billing procedures including accurate database management complying with relevant legislation
  • Conduct professional discussions with clients and candidates using all mediums as appropriate
  • Seek and provide feedback in a professional manner at all times to candidates and clients
  • Conduct regular service reviews with both clients and candidates to ensure continuous improvement
  • Accurately record candidate and client information on the recruitment database
  • Escalate non-compliance where appropriate

Full information on Recruitment consultant (level 3) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

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