Talent Acquisition Specialist

Northern Gas and Power (a subsidiary of Global Procurement Group) is a global energy procurement consultant and is the largest energy consultancy in Europe. We guide businesses of all sizes ranging from SMEs to global organisations in purchasing their energy contracts.

We set up comprehensive strategies for organisations to procure their energy contracts; negotiate contracts with energy suppliers; introduce and operate risk management frameworks; collect, check, and analyse invoices; and calculate organisations’ GHG emissions and carbon footprints.

Our consultancy is supported by our unique ClearVUE platform that brings together and visualises information from a global energy portfolio down to the last detail – helping our clients work towards their net zero goals and ensuring compliance with climate-related legislation.

Our people are what define us. Every day we empower our employees to achieve more and explore exciting career opportunities. Employee wellbeing is at the forefront of our organisational values, consistently making Northern Gas and Power the employer of choice within the B2B energy procurement sector.

We are a global organisation. Our workforce is 850+ strong, spanning across three continents with modern and vibrant offices in the UK, France, Malta, India, and the USA.

The opportunity

We are looking for Talent Acquisition Specialists to join the team based in Gateshead, supporting our ever-expanding global business. The roles will vary from high volume sales to specialised one-off vacancies across our brands. If you want international recruitment experience, we will provide it at NGP.

What is the job about?

What exactly will you do?

• You’ll be responsible for the full onboarding process from sourcing, interviewing and enrolling new starters
• We want someone who will have specific knowledge and skills in networking via LinkedIn/LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed etc.
• Engage with pre-screening to identify the best candidates
• Assist in building a strong employer brand to ensure we provide a positive candidate experience
• Fill a wide variety of roles from high volume sales roles to specific operational and service positions
• Keeping our ATS updated
• Source candidates through online channels (e.g., professional networks and social media)
• Screen CVs and applications and update candidates on hiring processes
• Interview candidates during the first stage of the process, including telephone or video calls
• Manage key stakeholders within the business throughout the hiring process
• Ensure business targets are hit by successfully managing your roles, candidates and hiring managers

What we’re looking for

• Experienced in working with both agencies and internal recruitment departments
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, on multiple vacancies at once
• Understanding of full-cycle recruiting
• Someone who enjoys the search, someone effective and resourceful
• A person who brings a positive attitude, adding to the team environment

Bonus points

• Experience in the Utilities/Energy industry
• CIPD qualified or similar recruitment qualifications
• Bilingual – ability to communicate fluently in French and English (written and verbal)

What’s in it for you?

• Industry-leading compensation package: Negotiable base salary (£25,000 – £35,000 DoE) + uncapped commissions
• Learn from industry-leading experts: We have cultivated some of best talent in the industry, allowing you to supercharge your career progression and learn from the best minds out there
• Work-life balance: No late finishes, keep your plans with friends and family
• Career growth: We enjoy promoting from within!
• Unrivalled perks (including but not limited to):
  • 23 days annual leave + public holidays
  • Full month of December off (fully paid)
  • Wellbeing, gym and spa discounts and access to 1:1 sessions with our in-house Health & Wellbeing team
  • Company parties and retreats abroad
  • Festival and Events tickets (such as Silverstone, Wimbledon, Tomorrowland and Lost & Found!)