Salary guide
Recruitment Advisor
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £40,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- The UK recruitment sector is worth over £35 billion
Other names this job is known by
- Talent Acquisition Advisor
- Hiring Specialist
Key responsibilities
- Advise on recruitment strategy and best practices
- Source and screen candidates
- Conduct interviews and assessments
- Liaise with hiring managers and agencies
- Prepare job descriptions and adverts
- Manage applicant tracking systems
- Ensure compliance with regulations
- Prepare reports and metrics
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in HR, business, or recruitment
- Experience in recruitment or HR roles
- Communication and IT skills
- Organisation and customer service
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Advisor
- Recruitment Manager
- HR Manager
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study HR, business, or recruitment
- Gain experience in recruitment or HR roles
- Progress to advisor or management positions
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