Recruitment needs

• Recruit 10 high-calibre graduates and postgraduates with backgrounds in mechanical, civil and electrical engineering, project management, environmental science and finance
• A two-month window to achieve recruitment objectives
• Applicants must meet strict security measures

Our approach

• Responsible for marketing and attraction, pre-screening candidates and telephone interviews
• A full UK and multi-national advertising campaign targeting relevant recruitment websites and universities
• Liaised with external suppliers to provide a comprehensive web-based advertising campaign
• A total of 1,270 applications were received and individually screened, 270 more than the initial target

Results

• Over 1,250 applications generated in under five weeks
• 13 graduates hired – three more than the target
• 40% of the intakes were female – significantly higher than the industry average of just 18%