What does a Resourcing Advisor (Early Careers) do?

A Resourcing Advisor that specialises in Early Careers is a specialist in talent acquisition who focuses on attracting, hiring, and supporting individuals at the beginning of their careers. This could be apprentices, graduates, placements or work experience. Within my role, I help to run the recruitment campaign, screen and assess applicants and match the applicants with the recruitment requirement.

How did you end up in this job?

Networking!  I first connected with a Resourcing Partner at Samworth Brothers over 18 months before applying for a role. We stayed in touch, and when I saw they were hiring for an Advisor position that combined recruitment and early careers, I reached out — and the rest is history. It’s true what they say: your network is your net worth!

What’s the best thing about your job?

I’m passionate about both recruitment and early careers, and I find real fulfilment in supporting individuals at the beginning of their professional journey. I take pride in creating a positive candidate experience and building meaningful relationships. It is rewarding to watching people grow and thrive in the careers they’ve chosen.

If you had the chance to do it all over again, what would you do the same / differently?

After completing my A Levels, university wasn’t part of my original plan. However, seeing many of my friends apply and receiving encouragement from my tutor, I decided to give it a try. It didn’t take long for me to realise that it wasn’t the right path for me. That experience led me to explore apprenticeships, which turned out to be the perfect fit. In recruitment, hands-on experience is invaluable—it equips you with practical skills, industry knowledge, and a strong professional network. My apprenticeship provided the foundation that has shaped my career and brought me to where I am today.

How long have you been doing your job?

I have worked within recruitment for over 9 years.

If you could give your 16 year old self some career advice, what would it be?

Don’t be afraid to ask questions, and be open to stepping outside your comfort zone—sometimes the things that scare you the most can lead to the most rewarding opportunities