Recruitment and Data Apprentice

We are looking for a driven and commercially focused HGV Recruitment Consultant to manage the end-to-end recruitment process for Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) drivers and logistics staff. This role combines sales, client management, and candidate delivery within the fast-paced transport and logistics sector.

You will learn how to:

• Develop new business within the transport and logistics sector
• Identify hiring needs and promote recruitment solutions
• Conduct client meetings (on-site & virtual)
• Negotiate terms of business and rates
• Maintain and grow existing client accounts
• Source HGV drivers via job boards, referrals, social media, and database
• Screen candidates for licence validity, CPC, tacho cards, and experience
• Conduct interviews and compliance checks
• Match drivers to suitable assignments
• Manage availability, bookings, and shift confirmations
• Ensure all drivers meet legal and industry compliance standards
• Maintain accurate records of licences, CPC certificates, right-to-work, and ID
• Follow driver hours and Working Time Directive requirements
• Use CRM/ATS systems to manage pipelines and records
• Creating spreadsheets based upon candidate figures (how many come in from each area? Etc) and sending to the branch manager
• Fill bookings quickly, including last-minute and out-of-hours requests
• Handle rota planning and shift cover
• Resolve client and driver issues professionally
• Maintain high fill rates and service levels

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Target-driven mindset
• Time management
• Confident negotiating
• Full UK Driving License