Recruiter - 6 month FTC

Role: Recruiter

Reports To: Gabby Peters (Talent Acquisition Lead)

Location: London

Duration: 6 month FTC

Workplace Type: During your first 2-3 weeks we ask that you are in office 3 days per week. Following that we ask that you're in office 1x/week. We welcome employees to utilize office space more than that where possible.

The Role

At World 50 Group, we are gearing up for a peak hiring season and are looking for a motivated and dynamic Contract Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract based in our London office, focused on driving high-volume entry-level sales recruitment across London and the US to meet our critical business goals. You will be a hands-on recruiter responsible for end-to-end sourcing and screening, playing a vital role in expanding our sales force.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working flexible hours to support US hiring goals and will be immediately available to start.

Key Responsibilities

You will support accelerating hiring for our entry-level Sales team and other key business positions, successfully delivering on ambitious hiring targets during this critical growth period.

• Pipeline Generation & Headhunting: Proactive headhunting and engaging top-tier entry-level sales talent. You will utilize creative sourcing techniques across platforms including LinkedIn Recruiter, Handshake, and Bright Network.
• Candidate Screening: Conduct high-volume, initial phone screens to efficiently assess candidate qualifications, motivation, and cultural fit, ensuring quality shortlists for hiring managers.
• Global Support & Flexibility: Work flexible hours to effectively support our US hiring processes, ensuring seamless coordination across time zones to drive successful North American recruitment outcomes.
• Process Ownership: Maintain meticulous records and ensure data integrity within our Applicant Tracking System, UKG, managing candidates through the recruitment lifecycle.
• Stakeholder Communication: Provide clear, timely updates and market insights to the London-based TA Lead and hiring managers on recruitment progress and challenges.

Key Requirements

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, results-oriented, and comfortable managing a demanding and fast-paced recruitment cycle.

• Proven experience in a recruitment role, ideally within an in-house setting, managing high-volume campaigns.
• Demonstrated expertise in utilizing sourcing tools like LinkedIn Recruiter for proactive outreach.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours to effectively support the US hiring lifecycle.
• Previous experience hiring for sales roles across London and the US preferred.
• Hands-on experience using UKG as an ATS is desirable but not required.

Company Overview

World 50 Group is a global leader in facilitating meaningful collaboration among C-suite executives from the world's most influential companies. We bring together senior leaders to share groundbreaking ideas, solve complex challenges, and drive innovation. Our members trust us to provide them with unique insights, connections, and strategies to lead in a rapidly changing world.

Why World 50 Group?

• Impactful Work: Play a pivotal role in shaping a future of extraordinary impact.
• Diverse & Inclusive Culture: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute and succeed.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside passionate and talented colleagues who share your drive for making a difference.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development, networking, and the chance to grow within an innovative, global organisation.

As a purpose-driven company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment that accelerates the success of our members and their organisations. We believe in the power of diverse backgrounds and experiences to make us stronger. Our team is dedicated to creating a community where everyone can thrive.