NEWS! GR Consulting launches new legacy Careers Hub during National Apprenticeship Week

At GR Consulting, we are thrilled to announce the successful completion of another transformative consultancy project in partnership with Stockport Council.

Over the past few years, we have had the privilege of spearheading the delivery of ‘Stockport Jobs Match’, an innovative recruitment technology platform that left an indelible mark on the local community. We’re incredibly proud that the newly launched website will serve as a legacy to the extensive resource library relied upon by its users and continue the fantastic work of inspiring jobseekers and young people about local careers and training pathways.

The ‘Stockport Jobs Match‘ service, launched in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, stood as a beacon of support for local jobseekers and employers alike. Designed and delivered by GR Consulting on behalf of Stockport Council, this initiative brought together a diverse array of stakeholders, from secondary schools and colleges to voluntary organizations and employment support partners. Together, we worked tirelessly to bridge the gap between jobseekers and opportunities, ensuring that no one was left behind in the face of economic uncertainty post-Covid.

Over the course of three years, the Jobs Match service made a tangible impact, supporting over 500 businesses and engaging with 7,000 active jobseekers. The accompanying website served as a hub of invaluable resources, hosting career guides, employer profiles, and jobseeker planning tools. With an average of 6,500 monthly visitors, the platform facilitated targeted recruitment campaigns, careers events and job fairs, fostering a culture of collaboration and opportunity.

While the funding for the service has now concluded, the launch of the new website marks a significant milestone in preserving its legacy. By consolidating a wealth of content and resources, the platform continues to champion employment and training pathways in Stockport, a town we’re proud to call home.

With a population of 295,000 and home to over 14,000 businesses, Stockport is highly regarded as a major economic player in the Northwest, boasting a vibrant ecosystem of both established enterprises and burgeoning startups. Its emerging reputation for growth and innovation continues to grab the headlines in local and national press, so the website is an important signpost that the town is a great place to work and do business.

What’s more, with the new website launching during National Careers Week, it serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience, determination and ambition that define Stockport. It is a celebration of local employers and a continuation of our ongoing collaboration with secondary schools, as we strive to nurture the next generation of leaders and innovators.

At GR Consulting, we’re committed to driving positive change and creating lasting impact when it comes to future talent and skills development for our ambitious town. Together with Stockport Council, we look forward to building upon the success of this initiative and shaping a brighter future for our community.