Future Talent Lead

Salary: Competitive

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Working hours: 35 hours, 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri, with hybrid working available

A career in the waste world offers multiple fulfilling opportunities like this brand-new Future Talent Lead role, which is focused on signposting the next brilliant site chemist, apprentice or environmental expert to our dynamic, innovative and fast-evolving business. So, if you’re a proactive strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a deep understanding of talent management, don’t let this chance to make a meaningful impact on the careers of young professionals slip through your fingers.

What you’ll be doing as Future Talent Lead

Joining the collaborative 14-strong People team at our modern Benson head office, you will identify, attract, develop and nurture young talent, providing them with the opportunities and support they need to thrive.

Staying updated on industry trends and insights, you will use various channels, including social media, job fairs, partnerships with schools/college/unis and local enterprises, including OxLep, and presentations to signpost young people to Grundon as their employer of choice.

Developing and delivering a truly worthwhile work experience programme, creating apprenticeship graduation events that celebrate success (our first one last year was a huge hit!), and working with managers to ensure Grundon has a pipeline of new young apprenticeship talent are all Future Talent Lead responsibilities.

What you’ll need

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field, or on-the-job experience.

• Proven experience in talent development, preferably with a focus on young professionals.

• Full valid driving licence

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package that includes: discretionary company bonuses; pension scheme (you contribute 5% of pay, Grundon matches this) with life insurance cover; 30 days’ annual leave (inclusive of 8 bank holidays), which will increase with service, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days' holiday

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Ready to join us?

We interview as soon as strong applications come in, so don’t wait – apply now to become our next Future Talent Lead and start your journey with a supportive and forward-thinking team.

(Please note: No agencies)