Role: Talent Acquisition Assistant (18 Month FTC)
Salary: £30,000 - £36,000
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Contract: Full time, 18 Month FTC, hybrid

We’re working on behalf of a leading professional services firm to recruit an Emerging Talent Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in attracting, developing, and supporting future professionals at the start of their careers.
About the Role
You’ll join a collaborative early careers team, contributing to a range of initiatives focused on developing emerging talent. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience across recruitment, programme coordination, and talent development within a supportive environment.
With guidance and mentoring from experienced colleagues, you’ll build your skills and confidence while gaining valuable insight into how structured early careers programmes operate.
Key Responsibilities*Support the recruitment and onboarding of early careers programmes, ensuring a smooth transition from education into the workplace
*Help build and maintain relationships with schools, colleges, universities, and training providers
*Assist in the design and delivery of development programmes aligned to organisational objectives
*Coordinate early careers recruitment and development activities
*Manage regular check-ins with programme participants
*Monitor industry trends and share insights with the wider team
*Support and help deliver assessment and selection activities
*Take ownership of key processes, including compliance and programme administration
*Act as a first point of contact for early careers-related queries
About You
We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive, and keen to develop their career in early careers or talent development.
You’ll bring:
*Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and experience with databases or systems
*Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
*Strong attention to detail
*A proactive, hands-on approach
*Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities
*A collaborative mindset and positive attitude
Development Opportunities
There may be opportunities to further develop your skills through structured learning or apprenticeship pathways.
What’s on Offer
Our client offers a flexible and supportive working environment, alongside a competitive benefits package, including:
*Competitive salary with regular reviews
*Hybrid and flexible working options
*Performance-related bonus
*Generous annual leave, increasing with service
*Holiday exchange scheme
*Private medical insurance
*Enhanced family-friendly policies

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion, and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process where required.
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