Business Administration- NXT Recruitment

Apprenticeship Description

NXT Recruitment is a proactive and people focused recruitment agency based in Carlisle, supporting businesses across Cumbria and the surrounding areas with temporary, permanent, and specialist recruitment solutions. We work closely with local employers to understand their needs and connect them with reliable, high-quality candidates across sectors including industrial, commercial, engineering, legal, and professional services. Our approach is built on strong relationships, honest communication, and tailored support for both clients and candidates.

Description of position

• Meeting and greeting candidates and visitors in a professional and friendly manner

• Supporting the recruitment team with day-to-day administrative tasks

• Updating candidate and client records on the recruitment system

• Attending networking events and representing NXT Recruitment

• Speaking with candidates to gather information and arrange interviews

• Assisting with job adverts, social media posts, and candidate searches

• Building strong relationships with clients and candidates

• Providing excellent customer service and office support throughout the recruitment process

Future prospects at NXT Recruitment are strong for the right person. As a growing, close-knit team, we value individuals who are versatile, motivated, and eager to learn. This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to develop within the business, with long term progression into a Candidate Consultant role and eventually a Recruitment Consultant position for someone who shows the right attitude and commitment.

Skills required

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal

• Confident using computers and Microsoft Office systems

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work well within a team environment

• Willingness to learn and take on new tasks

• Good time management and ability to prioritise workload

• Professional and friendly approach when dealing with people

• Basic administration and customer service skills

Personal Qualities

• Positive and enthusiastic attitude

• Motivated and eager to develop a career in recruitment

• Confident speaking with new people

• Reliable and dependable

• Adaptable and versatile within a busy office environment

• Hardworking with a strong work ethic

• Professional appearance and manner

• Outgoing personality with a willingness to attend events and network

• Self-motivated and hungry to progress within the business

• NXT Recruitment is a growing business with exciting long-term opportunities for the right person

• This role would suit someone ambitious who is looking to build a long-term career in recruitment

• Due to client and factory visits, an interest in learning to drive and working towards a driving licence is highly desirable

• The role offers hands on exposure to different industries and working environments, helping you gain a real understanding of the recruitment process

• We are looking for someone who is eager to get involved, learn quickly, and grow alongside the business

Entry Requirements

GCSE Maths & English Grade 4/C or Functional Skills Level 2

Applications may close earlier if a suitable candidate has been found.