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Careers with us

Our mission is to make our award-winning workplace the best it can be.

Careers

Our vision

Our vision is to challenge norms and enhance the lives of all those we come into contact with by placing diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything we do.

We’re leaders in our industry, and we're always looking for talented people to join us and contribute to our success. With big plans to expand and grow, Acorn is an exciting place to be.

Company Values

The support we provide to all our colleagues, clients and jobseekers is responsive, versatile and effective. Our commitment is based on our core values:

To put our clients and candidates at the centre. Putting our clients and candidates at the centre of everything we do is imperative – every decision you make should consider how it will impact the customer experience. We want to ensure we understand our customers and strive to continually increase customer satisfaction rates.

Take responsibility for your actions and stand by your promises. Accountability is about ownership and initiative. Be responsible for your actions, behaviours and decisions and take pride in what you do.

We want to create a culture of teamwork, collaboration and helping each other. In order to achieve this, it's important to communicate clearly and openly with colleagues, candidates and clients.

For each other, our communities, and our environment. Treat people how you’d like to be treated and use empathy and patience – think before you act considering body language, tone of voice and expression. Treat all people equally to encourage inclusiveness and avoid discrimination. Be mindful of our social, economic, and environmental impact.

You will be given the tools, training, and support to be able to make decisions and take actions, in line with company goals and values. Autonomy and responsibility will encourage creativity and continuous improvement.
Range of opportunities

We offer a wide range of internal career opportunities across various departments. Whether you're a trainee recruitment consultant just starting your career or an experienced professional, we have roles available through our specialist teams and branch network. Beyond recruitment, we also offer positions in HR, marketing, accounts, payroll, IT, and compliance to support our recruitment operations. With diverse opportunities for career growth, we're committed to nurturing talent and helping employees excel in their chosen fields.

Health & Wellbeing

We recognise the importance of promoting both mental and physical well-being and supporting employees facing health challenges. In 2023, our commitment to employee wellness was honored with the Wellbeing at Work Award by the Wales Business Awards. We provide a range of support, including the Help@Hand Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), a private healthcare scheme, mental health first aiders, a flexible working culture, and more!

Investors in People

We are proudly accredited as an Investors in People organisation, reflecting its commitment to empowering and supporting its workforce. This prestigious accreditation demonstrates Acorn's dedication to developing its employees, fostering a positive working environment, and promoting professional growth at all levels. This recognition underscores our core belief that investing in our people leads to long-term success for both employees and the business as a whole.

What are the benefits?

At Acorn by Synergie, we want to create a positive working environment where you can thrive, and as part of our ongoing commitment to being a people-focused company, we have a wide range of fantastic initiatives and benefits.

At Acorn by Synergie, we truly value our team, and our enhanced benefits package reflects that. You'll get a minimum of 33 days of holiday, and we even give you your birthday off to celebrate! Depending on your role, you can enjoy a company car or a car allowance, giving you the flexibility to choose what suits you best. We also offer company sick pay, so you can take the time you need to recover without worrying about your finances. Plus, with Acorn Extra, you'll have an additional day off each year to participate in charitable or community causes—because we believe in giving back as a team.

At Acorn by Synergie, we believe in creating a workplace where people can thrive both professionally and personally. We offer a flexible working culture to support a healthy work-life balance, alongside hybrid working and wellbeing policies to give you the freedom to work in a way that suits you. You’ll also get "You Day" and your birthday off as extra time for yourself. Through the OpenBlend platform, we encourage open conversations around mental health and wellbeing, while also providing free eye tests for all employees.

  • Minimum of 33 days holiday, plus your Birthday off
  • Acorn Extra – one day off work each year to participate in a charitable or community cause
  • Minimum of 33 days holiday, plus your Birthday off
  • Company car or car allowance (depending on role)

At Acorn by Synergie, we understand that your well-being matters, both inside and outside of work. That’s why we are committed to promoting positive mental and physical health, and offering meaningful support for anyone experiencing health challenges. Through our Help@Hand Assistance Programme (EAP), you’ll have access to a range of benefits including counseling and remote GP services.

For employees with over two years of service, we also offer a private healthcare scheme. We prioritise mental health with dedicated training for managers, ensuring they can provide effective support, and our team includes fully trained Mental Health First Aiders.

We are always striving to enhance the support we offer, because your well-being is our priority.

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