Pareto
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Pareto: UK's Leading Graduate Assessment, Placement, and Training Organization
Pareto is the UK's largest and most successful graduate assessment, placement, and training organization. Market leaders in our field, we've pioneered an innovative approach and a unique philosophy toward sales recruitment, training, and development.
We pride ourselves on going further, which is why leading companies in the UK, US, and Europe trust us to connect them with the very best talent - we've worked with Barclaycard, Oracle, American Express, Johnson & Johnson, and countless others.
Here at Pareto, we operate in a vibrant, social, and collaborative culture! With the chance to work alongside some of the best in the business, there are countless opportunities for you to launch a lucrative career, with excellent scope to develop professionally!
With start dates this month, we have plenty of opportunities available! As a Graduate Manager, you'll learn the business from the ground up as an integral member of our product delivery team.
Graduate Management Key Perks
- A competitive basic salary of £25k
- £10k + package with OTE/Commission
- Access to our industry-recognized training modules
- Fantastic progression opportunities
- Lucrative bonus and incentive schemes
- Regular nights out/social events, charity events, sports teams, and in-office events
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Graduate Management Role
Following your initial induction and training on Pareto and our processes, your typical day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Recruiting a variety of potential graduates for our own assessment centers, or for bespoke client projects
- Evaluating the relevance and potential of candidates through telephone screening and virtual interviews
- Preparing and coaching candidates through the process, including making regular contact with them to ensure their best chance of success at the Assessment stage
- Assisting the running of our competency-based Assessment Centres, including preparation, the assessment of candidates, and directing the events
During your time as a Graduate Manager, you will learn about the different sides of Pareto and engage with all areas of the business with a view to your progression. You'll be keen to help develop others, whilst retaining a competitive edge.
About You
Ideally, you'll be educated to degree level (though this is not essential)
- Comfortable working in a target-driven environment
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Competitive and self-motivated
- A strong desire to succeed
- Personable and confident dealing with a range of individuals at every level of business
- Adaptable and willing to learn new skills and challenge yourself when needed
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Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Pareto is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from all, irrespective of background or circumstance. Our consultants are happy to discuss any adjustments you require in support of your application.
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