As an ongoing recruitment consultant at Core Group and iStore, I have the privilege of playing a pivotal role in talent acquisition and management within the retail and corporate sectors of the business. Myfocus is to find and bring in individuals who add and improve on the overall business in ourretail, IT, corporate or warehouse divisions. I have also done work for our retail divisions acrossSub-Saharan Africa in Nigeria, Zambia, Namibia, Botswana.Key On-Going Learnings:Strategic Talent Acquisition - Spearheaded recruitment efforts to attract top-tier talent, ensuring that iStore and Core Group maintained a competitive edge in attracting talented people in the market. This involved developing targeted sourcing strategies and building a solid, high quality candidate pipeline.End-to-End Recruitment - Managed the entire recruitment process from advertising to offer acceptance. This included conducting in-depth interviews, assessing candidates' qualifications and cultural fit, and coordinating with hiring managers to facilitate onboarding.Building Strong Networks - Establishing and building valuable relationships with candidates, industry professionals, and partners. This network helped ensure a continuous flow of high-calibre candidates and valuable insights into industry trends.Market Insight - Staying informed of market trends, competitor activity, and emerging industry developments. This knowledge informed our recruitment strategies and ensured that we adapted to the evolving needs of our organization.

As a recruitment graduate, I have had the opportunity to work in a fast-paced retail recruitment space, where I have gained valuable experience in managing a high volume of administrative tasks related to references and background checks. This includes managing and organizing candidate references, conducting thorough background checks, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.In this role, I have learned to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. I have also developed strong organizational and time-management skills, which have allowed me to prioritize tasks effectively and meet tight deadlines.Most importantly, I am grateful for the opportunity to work in a challenging and rewarding environment that has allowed me to learn and grow both personally and professionally. The skills and experience I have gained in this role will be invaluable as I continue to pursue a career in recruitment, and I am excited to apply what I have learned to future opportunities.