Contract Consultant

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Chapeltown; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Royal Mail is recruiting a Contract Consultant in Chapeltown for a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, 8am–4:30pm, with some evenings/weekends. The temporary role runs up to four months, with immediate start for suitable candidates.

You will handle candidate communications, coordinate interview schedules and manage paperwork within a major recruitment drive for a trusted UK delivery organisation. No prior recruitment knowledge is required as full training is provided; strong communication

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A proactive and organised approach to work.
• Strong attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks without compromising quality.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and other IT systems.
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support candidate attraction, recruitment, onboarding and compliance activities.
• Act as the first point of contact for candidate enquiries.
• Assist with end-to-end recruitment processes to ensure an excellent candidate experience.
• Use a range of sourcing techniques to attract and engage suitable candidates.
• Maintain effective communication between candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure candidate records and recruitment systems are updated accurately and efficiently.
• Support the team in meeting recruitment targets and contractual requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Proactive

Organised

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A Contract Consultant position is available in Chapeltown with Pertemps Royal Mail, offering £12.82 per hour on a full-time, temporary basis lasting up to four months. Working 40 hours weekly from Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm, with occasional evening or weekend shifts, this role supports a major recruitment drive. Pertemps is recruiting Contract Consultants to support the delivery of a large-scale recruitment campaign for one of the UK's most recognised and trusted delivery organisations during its busiest period of the year. You will handle candidate communications, coordinate interview schedules, and manage application paperwork. Strong verbal skills, a professional manner, and adaptability are essential. Full training is supplied, so prior recruitment knowledge is unnecessary. This assignment suits those seeking structured work within a recognised organisation during its peak season. Immediate start available for the right applicant.

Contract Consultant Location: Chapeltown, Sheffield
Contract Type: Temporary (up to 4 months)
Salary: £26,665 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8am-4:30pm (some evening and weekend work will be required)
Start Date: ASAP

What you'll be doing

• Supporting candidate attraction, recruitment, onboarding and compliance activities
• Acting as the first point of contact for candidate enquiries
• Assisting with end-to-end recruitment processes to ensure an excellent candidate experience
• Using a range of sourcing techniques to attract and engage suitable candidates.
• Maintaining effective communication between candidates and internal stakeholders
• Ensuring candidate records and recruitment systems are updated accurately and efficiently.
• Supporting the team in meeting recruitment targets and contractual requirements

What we're looking for

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A proactive and organised approach to work.
• Strong attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks without compromising quality.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and other IT systems.
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.

What you'll gain from the role

• Recruitment and talent attraction, from sourcing through to onboarding
• Compliance and governance
• Administration and recruitment systems
• Customer service and candidate engagementTeamwork and collaboration
• Time management, prioritisation and organisation
• Working effectively in a fast-paced environment

Why Pertemps?

At Pertemps, people are at the heart of everything we do. We're proud to be recognised as one of the UK's Best Companies to Work for 19 consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive and supportive working environment. Our success is built on integrity, innovation and delivering exceptional service to our clients, candidates and colleagues alike. If you're looking to gain valuable experience, build transferable skills and join a supportive team during an exciting peak recruitment period, we'd love to hear from you.