How to land a job at a company with a great culture
Are you tired of working for a company that doesn’t align with your values? Are you looking for a job at a company that supports diversity and inclusion, promotes from within, and invests in its employees’ training and development? Look no further than the Stark Group!
In a recent Facebook and LinkedIn live chat, Zoe Richards, the regional recruitment business partner for Scotland, Northern England, and Northern Ireland at Stark Group, discussed the company’s culture, values, and career opportunities.
Stark Group owns Jewson (plus many other well-known building brands). It has over 9000 employees across 14 different businesses in the UK; it is primarily a building construction materials distribution business with over 600 Jewson branches nationwide. The company’s core values are decency, passion, and pride, and it looks for positive individuals who are passionate about customer experience and engagement. The organisation’s culture is very open and supportive, with opportunities for progression and advancement, and it invests in training and developing its employees.
Zoe emphasised the importance of thoroughly researching the company and talking to people already working there to get a feel for the culture. She also stressed the value of preparation and being able to explain how one’s previous experience can add value to the role. Stark Group is committed to diversity and inclusion and offers flexible working arrangements to support employees’ needs and circumstances. Zoe encourages job seekers to ensure that the values they hold dear are reciprocated in the organisation they join.
The company offers a range of benefits, including a salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for career development. It also offers a pension scheme, life assurance, private medical insurance, and up to 31 days of holiday entitlement per year. Additionally, it invests in its employees’ training and development to support their career paths.
Interested candidates can find all the vacancies across the UK on the Stark Group’s career website or send their CVs to Zoe even if there isn’t a suitable vacancy at the moment. The company is always getting new vacancies, and Zoe assures that she can pass on the CVs to her colleagues, who can upload them on their system, making them searchable for all their recruiters across the UK.
In conclusion, if you’re looking for a job at a company with a great culture, values, and career opportunities, Stark Group might just be the perfect fit for you. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Zoe and explore the possibilities!
Timestamps:
Introduction [00:00:01] Introducing Zoe and discussing Stark Group and its various brands.
Recruitment at Stark Group [00:00:59] Discussion of the types of roles and candidates recruited for across the 14 different companies under the Stark Group brand.
Challenging Roles to Fill [00:07:21] Discussion of the more complex roles, such as leadership roles, that are challenging to fill and require direct approaches to potential candidates.
Career Development Opportunities [00:08:35] Examples of individuals who have developed their careers within Stark Group, including promotions and leadership roles.
Tips for Job Applicants [00:09:43] Advice for job applicants on how to stand out during the recruitment process, including researching the organisation and preparing examples of relevant experience.
Diversity and Inclusion in Recruitment and the Workplace [00:12:35] Discussion of efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in recruitment and the workplace, including flexible working arrangements and initiatives to encourage more females into the male-dominated industry.
Benefits and Training Opportunities [00:16:58] Zoe discusses the benefits offered by Stark Group, including pension schemes, life assurance, and training opportunities.
Connecting with Stark Group [00:16:58-00:18:00] Zoe provides information on connecting with Stark Group and finding vacancies on their website. She also encourages sending CVs speculatively.
Closing Remarks [00:18:49] Elizabeth and Zoe thank each other and the audience for their time and end the discussion.
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