At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead campus recruitment strategy and engage with universities to attract top talent.
- Company: Join JD.com, a global leader in retail and technology with a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, great location, and access to global projects and learning opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role in central London with excellent career growth and a focus on diversity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping the future workforce and mentoring young talent.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in campus recruitment with strong communication and project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
About JD.com: JD.com, also known as JINGDONG, is a NASDAQ‑listed, Fortune 44 global enterprise serving over 700 million active customers. We operate across retail, logistics, technology, property and more, creating solutions that make everyday life smarter, faster and more connected.
What We Offer: Competitive salary, a great location and a supportive, people‑first culture where your growth truly matters. You’ll have access to global projects, learning opportunities and an inclusive environment that values every voice.
About The Team: Based in central London, you will join the global campus recruitment team to lead and drive the way JD.com engages with young people across Europe and the Americas. This role requires strategic thinking to build long‑term talent pools and hands‑on delivery supporting the hiring of around 150 new hires a year.
What You’ll Do:
- Own the regional campus recruitment strategy – define and implement plans to attract top early‑career talent across Europe, US, Mexico & Brazil while working alongside local TA and HR teams.
- Build strong university partnerships – maintain relationships with universities, student bodies and career services to position JD.com as an employer of choice.
- Lead campus engagement activities – organise and represent JD.com at events, career fairs, workshops and branding campaigns.
- Manage full‑cycle recruitment – work with our Campus Recruitment Interns to source, screen, assess and onboard early‑career talent while safeguarding a best‑in‑class candidate experience (20‑30 headcount peaks).
- Report and optimise using data – track performance metrics via Workday ATS and share insights with stakeholders.
- Mentor others – provide support and mentoring to interns and students in the team as an experienced campus recruiter.
About You:
- 2+ years’ experience in campus recruitment or early‑career hiring – preferably in FMCG, Retail, Logistics or Supply Chain sectors.
- Proven success in managing university partnerships and delivering recruitment programs at scale.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and project coordination skills.
- Data‑driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and changing priorities as our business grows rapidly.
- Fluent in English.
- Able to work in central London 4‑5 days per week (flexing over time).
At JD.com, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We’re proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Senior Early Careers Recruiter employer: JD.com, Inc.
JD.com is an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary and a vibrant location in central London, where a supportive, people-first culture fosters personal and professional growth. As part of the global campus recruitment team, you'll engage with young talent across Europe and the Americas, benefiting from inclusive practices and opportunities to lead impactful recruitment strategies while mentoring the next generation of professionals.
