Shaping Your Future: Building a Rewarding Career in Recruitment at Panda as a Graduate

A foundation of support and diversity

We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued. Collaboration is central to our operations, as working together leads to greater success. Our diverse team includes graduates who are beginning their careers, creating a rich environment for new ideas and fresh perspectives. In the recruitment industry, career advancement opportunities are significant and depend on your achievements, specialised knowledge, and professional expertise. We provide a support system that encourages all employees to feel like they are part of something bigger while staying true to themselves.

Career development: Your path to success

Our supportive company culture is committed to both personal and professional growth to create a positive, dynamic work environment for everyone. We offer graduates fast career growth, valuable learning experiences, and the chance to earn well based on performance. We also focus on teaching key skills like communication, negotiation, and problem-solving, which are vital in any field.

We offer:

Comprehensive training programmes to build up your skills
At Panda, our training programmes cover advanced recruitment techniques, industry-specific knowledge, and essential soft skills like communication, negotiation, and problem-solving. Delivered by industry experts, these programmes include workshops, webinars, and hands-on sessions to ensure you gain the skills needed to excel.

Clear guidelines on how to get promoted
We provide clear, transparent guidelines for career advancement. You’ll know the milestones and performance metrics needed for promotion from the start. Regular performance reviews, feedback sessions, and goal-setting meetings keep you on track.

1-2-1 meetings with our head of learning & development
Our Head of Learning & Development conducts regular 1-2-1 meetings to discuss your career goals, progress, and challenges. These sessions offer personalised guidance and support to help you succeed.

Visualisation and mindset training sessions led by our top managers
Our top managers lead visualisation and mindset training sessions to help you set goals, manage stress, and stay motivated. These sessions focus on techniques like goal-setting and positive affirmations to enhance your performance and well-being.

Mentorship opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues
Our structured mentorship programmes pair you with experienced colleagues who provide guidance and support. Regular mentoring sessions, shadowing opportunities, and networking events help you learn and grow in your career.

Options to relocate or advance your career within the company
We offer flexible options to relocate or advance your career within Panda. Whether exploring new markets, taking on different roles, or relocating, we support your ambitions with relocation assistance and diverse career opportunities.

Work-life balance

We offer a flexible work arrangement, including a four-day workweek, to promote a healthy work-life balance. This feature allows graduates to enjoy three-day weekends for personal well-being and productivity. 

Aimee Brenner is transitioning from a Principal Consultant to a Client Service Manager role and values Panda's support for her active lifestyle and pursuit of personal development, “Physical activity is crucial for maintaining a strong mindset, especially in a tough industry like recruitment. I find myself more effective on days when I work out during lunch. It’s also a great bonding activity with colleagues, and we motivate each other to stay fit”.

Employee benefits

Panda offers competitive benefits packages, including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, performance bonuses, and more. You can read more on our Work for Us page.

For your health and well-being:

We care about the well-being of our team and provide a comprehensive benefits package, including top-tier healthcare coverage for employees and families. We also offer robust retirement plans to ensure your long-term financial security. There is an uncapped commission scheme for unlimited earning potential and share options, while performance bonuses reflect our appreciation for your hard work and achievements. Our employees have access to:

• A fully equipped basement gym with changing facilities.
• Healthy lunches provided every Thursday.
• Flexible work arrangements to support personal well-being.

Beata Wydurska, a Principal Consultant, has a real passion for travel. Panda's unique travel incentives have been a significant advantage for her, enabling her to weave her love for travel seamlessly into her professional life. In a recent interview, she revealed that "Panda offers an incentive where, if I meet quarterly objectives, I can travel for a month within that quarter... This means I can potentially travel for four months a year."

Employee testimonials: Hear more from our team

“My aspiration is to become an excellent recruiter. I am happy to work at Panda as they offer a lot of training and development possibilities. I feel that every week I make progress and gain new skills. Moreover, there is an amazing atmosphere, my colleagues are positive and very supportive. I feel all my team members want me to succeed.”

Beata Wydurska, Senior Recruitment Consultant

“Team spirit is crucial both at work and in my hobbies. We’ve started team activities like weekly runs and hiking trips, which translate well into our work environment, fostering camaraderie and teamwork.” 

Gabriel Berg De Andrade: Recruitment Consultant at Panda Intelligence

Taking the next step

Start your journey at Panda, where we nurture graduate potential through dedicated mentors, ample growth opportunities, and a supportive community. We understand that transitioning from education to a professional career can be challenging, so we provide a robust support system to help you every step of the way.

Our mentorship programme pairs you with experienced professionals who offer valuable guidance and personalised advice. These mentors are committed to helping you navigate the early stages of your career, sharing their industry knowledge to accelerate your development.

We offer numerous growth opportunities designed to enhance your skills and advance your career. From comprehensive training programmes to clear promotion pathways, we ensure you have the resources and support needed to achieve your professional ambitions.

Join us 
Start your journey at Panda where we nurture graduate potential with dedicated mentors, growth opportunities, and a supportive community.