Reporting to the Future Talent & Succession Specialist, the Emerging Talent Graduate will play a key role in supporting the delivery and coordination of our early career programmes and people development offer across the organisation whilst working as part of the People team.
What you will be doing
Over time and with training and the supervision of experienced colleagues…
- Coordinating and supporting the management of our apprenticeship and graduate programme, Growing Greatness, including recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing support for those involved
- Engaging with schools, colleges, university, and careers services to promote our organisation and establish strong working relationships Delivering workshops and presentations to students, potential graduates, and apprentices, providing valuable insights into our industry and career opportunities
- Assisting in organisation of work experience placements and internships, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience for all those involved
- Working alongside Community Investment to support with employment links and options for Great Place’s tenants including work experience, job shadowing and career talks
- Collaborating with colleagues to develop and enhance early careers initiatives, ensuring they align with organisational goals and values
- Providing administrative support, including maintaining accurate records, manging the mailbox, handling correspondence, and managing relevant databases including DAS
- Acting as a point of contact and provide guidance to apprentices and graduates, answering inquiries and providing timely feedback
- Staying up to date on industry trends and best practices in early careers & people development, suggesting innovative ideas to enhance our programmes Ensuring the responsibilities of the post are carried out in a way that reflects the standards, vision, and values of Great Places
- Supporting the wider People Development team regarding events, induction, e-learning systems, workshop delivery and other ad hoc duties
- Representing Great Places in a professional manner with integrity, inclusivity, and respect for diversity Treating customers and colleagues with respect and empathy
- Working 35 hours per week and having a flexible approach to work
What you will need
- A minimum 2:2 achieved in the past 3 years, ideally within a relevant subject area
- GCSE maths and English or equivalent at grade C/4 or above
- A clean UK driving licence and access to a car would be desirable
- Experience of working in a customer focused environment, with a proven ability of delivering a high standard of customer service
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team, as well as using your own initiative and time management skills to deliver tasks on time
- Keen eye for detail and good organisational skills
- Competent level of ICT skills including the full range of Microsoft applications and the ability to use technology such as a mobile phone, tablet, and laptop
- Commitment to completing all parts of the training programme
- Commitment to observe and comply with all policies / procedures / working practices / regulations and in particular Great Places Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Safeguarding Policy
Key dates
- Assessment day - Beginning of June 2024
- Second/ final interviews - End of June 2024
- Start date - Tuesday 3rd September 2024
Great Places Housing Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all our colleagues to share this commitment. All successful applicant(s) will be subject to a basic criminal records background check. Further detail on our commitment to safeguarding children/young people & vulnerable adults can be found in the Great Places Housing Group Safeguarding Policy & Recruitment Policy on our website.
