Hybrid Graduate Recruitment Consultant

at Allstate

• Job title: Graduate Recruitment Consultant
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Entry level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Belfast, United Kingdom

About the role

• Graduate Recruitment Consultant at Allstate focusing on early career recruitment and candidate experience. Engage with universities, manage candidate pipelines and enhance recruitment efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with relevant universities
• Deliver engaging presentations at campus events, careers fairs, and virtual recruitment activities.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to promote our graduate programmes.
• Manage high‑volume candidate pipelines using applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Conduct CV screening and pre‑assessment using structured, data‑driven methods.
• Facilitate assessment centres, interviews, and feedback communication.
• Ensure a high‑quality, inclusive candidate experience throughout all stages.
• Use AI tools for tasks such as sourcing, scheduling, job description optimisation, and talent insights.
• Analyse recruitment data to identify trends, reduce time‑to‑hire, and improve selection outcomes.
• Champion the adoption of new technologies to make processes more efficient and effective.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and define selection criteria.
• Provide guidance on early‑career hiring best practices.
• Work collaboratively with HR and business teams to support onboarding and early‑talent development.

Requirements

• All applicants must demonstrate they have a legal right to work in the UK for employment at Allstate. Allstate is not providing sponsorship for this vacancy.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR.
• Up to 1 year’s experience in an HR/recruitment related role. This can be achieved during a work placement or post graduation.
• Curiosity and willingness to adopt AI tools (e.g., sourcing tools, automation platforms, assistant schedulers).
• Comfortable working with data and technology to support decision‑making.
• Passion for early‑career talent development and diversity in hiring.
• CIPD qualified
• Experience using ATS or CRM systems.
• Familiarity with AI‑supported recruitment platforms (e.g automated scheduling, talent intelligence tools).
• Understanding of behavioral interviewing or competency‑based assessment.
• Experience delivering presentations or facilitating group assessments.
• Knowledge of emerging HR technology trends and recruiting best practices.

Benefits

• A generous, flexible benefits package including annual leave, healthcare and dental cover, pension, and lifestyle discounts
• Access to world-class learning platforms and award-winning L&D
• Clear career paths, internal mobility, and a strong focus on growth
• A people-first culture with flexible working options