join the Randstad graduate scheme that is going places

Randstad is the world’s third largest recruitment and HR services company and one of the Sunday Times Top 100 best companies to work for, three years running. To help keep us at the top, we are always looking for keen young talent. So if you’re interested in joining our graduate scheme, we would like to hear from you.

We only have a limited number of places, but the training is superb and the prospects are excellent. If you have enthusiasm and initiative, and can think on your feet, a career with Randstad could be for you.

graduate training scheme

Our18 month graduate training scheme starts in September 2008 at branches across the UK. It’s a fast track management scheme where you will benefit from a mixture of tutor-led and hands-on training to develop your recruitment consulting and management skills. You won’t be on your own. We will support you and you will benefit from the experience of one of our senior managers as a mentor throughout the scheme, and beyond.

We believe in rewarding talent and promoting from within. For example, our UK Managing Director progressed up the ranks from a consultant in the Netherlands.

salary and benefits:

· base salary of £23,000

· generous bonus scheme

· 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 24 days after one year, and 25 after two years)

· healthcare cash plan

· life assurance (lump sum x 3 annual salary)

· pension

· share-save scheme

real progression and development

the scheme at a glance

months 1-6

You will begin the scheme as a graduate trainee recruitment consultant. Your first six months consist of an induction programme, workshops and an opportunity to spend time getting involved in our business in branch-based and other roles. You will work in different functions and will be asked to deliver project work to support your learning.

You will own your development, with us supporting you. Your Branch Manager will set you goals throughout this time and will work closely with you to coach you to ensure your success.

months 7-12

Now you will put the theory, skills and knowledge you have gained into practice, by working within a branch as part of a team. At the end of 12 months, you will have developed invaluable skills, gained experience, and be expected to be a fully operational consultant.

months 12-18/24

As well as hands-on work, you will remain involved in projects to further develop your skills and attend training to consolidate your knowledge and develop your management skills. The training programme is adapted to suit each individual and shortened or lengthened as necessary.