Recruitment Advisor

Permanent, Full Time – 36.25 hours per week. At Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG), we are passionate about creating opportunities for people to reach their full potential through education and skills development. We are looking for an experienced and proactive Recruitment Advisor to join our Talent Attraction Team and play a key role in shaping our recruitment activity across the Group.

This is an exciting opportunity for an in-house recruitment professional who enjoys building strong stakeholder relationships, delivering outstanding recruitment experiences, and making a real impact through talent attraction and employer branding initiatives.

The Role

As a Recruitment Advisor, you will partner with hiring managers across the Group to deliver a professional, efficient and candidate-focused recruitment service from vacancy approval through to onboarding. You will provide expert advice on recruitment best practice, support managers throughout the hiring process, and develop effective attraction strategies to ensure we continue to attract diverse, high-quality candidates. You will also contribute to employer branding activity, talent pipelining, recruitment marketing and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a varied role where no two days are the same. From advising managers and supporting interviews to analysing recruitment data and attending careers events, you will play a vital role in helping us build a workforce that makes a difference to our students and communities.

About You

• Proven experience delivering end-to-end recruitment within an in-house recruitment or talent acquisition environment.
• Experience partnering with hiring managers and influencing recruitment and selection decisions.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple vacancies, priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR systems.
• Strong understanding of recruitment and selection best practice and relevant employment legislation.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills and can engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organised, detail-focused and able to maintain accuracy when managing competing priorities.
• Ability to interpret recruitment data and use insights to improve processes and outcomes.
• Takes a proactive, solutions-focused approach and is comfortable working independently.
• Passionate about delivering an exceptional recruitment experience for candidates and hiring managers.
• Commitment to inclusive recruitment practices, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Holds a CIPD Level 3 qualification as a minimum requirement.
• Holds a CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent recruitment experience (desirable).
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
• Willing to travel between campuses when required.

Why Join TSCG?

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive HR team where your expertise will be valued and your development encouraged. You will have the chance to influence attraction strategies, strengthen our employer brand and directly contribute to building a talented workforce that supports student success.

Our Benefits Include:

• 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous pension contribution of 20.8%
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite Costa Coffee and subsidised staff canteen
• Employee Assistance Programme with support for family members
• Tailored professional development and learning opportunities

About TSCG – Making a Difference, Together

At Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG), you belong to a team that is committed to shaping brilliant futures for students and colleagues alike. We believe in unlocking the potential that exists in everyone and, when you work with us, your individual skills and experiences are valued. You will be part of a supportive and friendly community where everyone brings their own unique perspective and strengths, and where the work you do is appreciated and celebrated. We are deeply rooted in our local communities, with strong connections to businesses, industry and universities. Together, we are working towards a shared mission to elevate skills, create opportunities, shape futures and transform lives. TSCG is not just a place to work – it is a place to belong, thrive and make a difference.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

TSCG is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the role will be guaranteed an interview.

Safeguarding

Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and, where applicable, an additional barred list check. The Group will meet the costs associated with these checks. Please note that, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, online searches may be carried out as part of our pre-employment checks. The role is open to direct applicants only. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received, therefore early application is encouraged.