Recruiting Coordinator in Newcastle upon Tyne

At Oliver Wyman, a Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) business, we bring deep industry insight, bold innovation, and a collaborative approach that cuts through complexity to help organizations navigate their most defining transformative moments. As a business of Marsh, we work alongside the world’s leading experts across risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting. Together with Marsh Risk, Guy Carpenter, and Mercer, we help organizations build resilience and competitive advantages from every angle.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Recruiting Lead, the Recruiting Coordinator coordinates the day-to-day operations of recruiting Experienced Consultants in Europe. Responsibilities include ensuring a smooth recruiting process to help that the hiring goals are achieved while addressing the logistical, geographical and branding issues of recruiting experienced consultants with a focus on building a diverse candidate pool.

Please Note: Oliver Wyman operates a hybrid working policy and we will require the successful candidate to work from the Newcastle office at least 60% of the time.

Key Responsibilities

• Source candidates with different levels of experience for diverse Practice Groups in the different markets in Europe using various channels including direct sourcing on LinkedIn and referrals.
• Review and process CVs according to the defined criteria and coordinate screening by Practice Groups.
• Work together with Executive Assistants responsible for scheduling interviews for all interviewing rounds, communicating with those relevant to the process.
• Collaborate with Partners, Consultants and Executive Assistants to ensure that recruitment processes run smoothly.
• Coordinate feedback and offer process, ensuring evaluation and hiring guidelines are followed while providing a great candidate experience.
• Obtain necessary approvals and produce contract and offer letter documents using Oliver Wyman formatting styles and obtain references.
• Provide insight and manage local operational/contractual nuances for European Geographies.
• Coordinate and assist in the new hire process and on-boarding procedures, including managing start dates.
• Liaise with the HC Services team to ensure files are complete, visa issues are identified, etc.
• Work with Talent Management, Learning & Development and Operations teams to ensure successful integration of new staff.
• Maintain/update recruiting IT system (WorkDay) and required databases to ensure accuracy of information for firm use.
• Assist with other areas of recruitment projects as required.

Experience Required

• Up to 2 years of experience working internally within an HR function or within the services industry.
• At least a Bachelor’s degree.
• Ideally you already gained experience with coordinating interview processes, direct sourcing and/or building candidate pipelines.

Skills and Attributes

• You have the desire to work in an international environment within a European team.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to successfully handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong intellect and common sense with a focus on customer service.
• An excellent command of details and ability to follow-up.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
• A team player able to function independently, but collaboratively, in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse personalities.
• A results-oriented person who thinks “outside of the box”.
• You are an individual known for his/her enthusiasm, integrity and willingness to “roll up his/her sleeves” to get the job done, even the more mundane aspects of the job.

Technical Skills

• A thorough knowledge of Word and Excel to maintain spreadsheets and database.

Why Join Us?

At Oliver Wyman, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We value collaboration, integrity, and excellence, and we encourage our team members to bring their authentic selves to work. Our culture promotes continuous learning and development, providing opportunities for growth and advancement within the firm.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work environment that supports work-life balance. Join us in making a difference for our clients and communities while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative setting.

Oliver Wyman is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.