Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.
Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.
We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.
We believe that being successful is a choice.
We choose to be successful.
We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.
Inspire the next generation. Make a lasting impact.
At the OCU Group, we’re not just building careers, we’re shaping futures. Guided by our values, we’re looking for an inspiring and proactive Early Careers Recruitment Partner to lead the attraction, assessment and onboarding of our next generation of talent.
This is more than a recruitment role, it’s your opportunity to make a difference. From Apprenticeships to Graduate Programmes, you’ll lead campaigns that are inclusive, engaging and aligned with our business goals. You’ll be a brand ambassador, a trusted partner and a catalyst for change, empowering young people and shaping our future workforce.
What you’ll be doing
* Lead end-to-end recruitment for early careers programmes including Apprenticeships, Internships, Graduate roles and work experience.
* Partner with Hiring Managers and L&D to define needs and develop inclusive, inspiring job profiles.
* Deliver values-led assessment centres in collaboration with our Learning & Development team.
* Create outstanding candidate experiences while ensuring fair, consistent evaluation processes.
* Build strong, lasting relationships with universities, schools, training providers and career services.
* Represent the company at careers fairs and events, bringing our opportunities, culture, and values to life.
* Continuously improve our attraction strategies using workforce insights, market trends and data analysis.
* Collaborate with business leaders and HR teams to align recruitment with long-term workforce plans.
You will bring a passion for early careers and a belief in the power of opportunity, built from experience gained within early careers recruitment or volume hiring campaigns. You will have confidence in public speaking and strong relationship-building skills, meaning you are as comfortable speaking with our senior leaders as you are with our future talent.
You bring strong organisational talent and a sharp eye for detail, effortlessly managing multiple projects while maintaining a proactive, energetic, and collaborative approach.
What are we seeking:
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about shaping meaningful early talent experiences, driven to make a positive impact through their work and committed to leading with integrity and inclusivity. You should be someone who continuously seeks ways to improve and is motivated by growth, both personally and in supporting the development of those around you.
Why Join Us?
At the OCU Group you’ll find more than just a job, you’ll find purpose. This is your chance to help develop the workforce of tomorrow by creating meaningful opportunities for early talent to thrive.
You’ll play a vital role in shaping inclusive recruitment strategies that have a real, lasting impact across our organisation. As part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, you’ll be empowered to collaborate, innovate and continuously improve how we attract and nurture future talent.
Here, your efforts won’t go unnoticed, you’ll see the visible results of your work in the growth and success of the people you help bring into the business. If you're ready to inspire, grow, and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you!
Company Information:
OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it.
Working directly with many of the country’s leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.