HR and Recruitment Coordinator

Key Appointments (UK) Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organisation in Harrogate is seeking an HR and Recruitment Coordinator to handle the in-house recruitment process and support various HR needs. The role requires a minimum of three years in a similar position and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will also coordinate recruitment events and manage databases. Competitive salary and various benefits, including life assurance and wellness sessions, are offered.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Convenient transport links

Access to Simply Health Plan

Group and one-to-one wellbeing sessions

Life assurance (3× annual salary)

Long-service recognition

Referral bonus

Access to hundreds of high-street discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a similar HR/recruitment role.
• Good knowledge of GDPR and DBS processes.
• Experience producing and monitoring data for management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Executive and Directors in recruitment.
• Implement recruitment strategies to fill vacancies.
• Plan and coordinate recruitment events.
• Produce accurate recruitment reports.

Skills

Confident telephone manner

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Good time-management and prioritisation skills

Attention to detail

Experience of confidential notetaking

Knowledge of GDPR and DBS processes

Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Experience using hiring platforms

Experience maintaining databases

Data monitoring for management

Willingness to develop HR processes

Education

Grade C in English and Maths GCSE (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

HR and Recruitment Coordinator – Harrogate

Employment type: Full-time, Monday to Friday.
Salary: £27,500-£28,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience.

We are working on behalf of Harrogate Neighbours, an award‑winning non‑profit organisation looking for an HR and Recruitment Coordinator. In this role you will coordinate the in‑house recruitment process from job advertisements through to employee onboarding and support the organisation's wider HR needs.

Benefits

• Free on‑site parking
• Convenient transport links (5‑minute walk to Starbeck station)
• Access to Simply Health Plan
• Group and one‑to‑one wellbeing sessions
• Life assurance (3× annual salary)
• Long‑service recognition
• Referral bonus
• Access to hundreds of high‑street discounts

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Executive and Directors with all aspects of the recruitment process.
• Implement recruitment strategies to fill vacancies.
• Plan and coordinate recruitment events (internal and external).
• Maintain an up‑to‑date database of applicants.
• Produce accurate recruitment reports for senior management meetings.
• Complete KPIs to monitor the recruitment process.
• Maintain and update HR data and records.
• Liaise with the payroll department regarding employee contracts.
• Manage and support the recruitment process with managers.
• Coordinate new starters across the organisation.
• Process DBS checks, obtain references, and assist managers with induction procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years in a similar role.
• Minimum grade C in English and Maths GCSE (or equivalent).
• Confident telephone manner and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good time‑management and prioritisation skills with attention to detail.
• Experience of confidential notetaking.
• Good knowledge of GDPR and DBS processes.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office tools – Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Experience using Indeed and other relevant hiring platforms.
• Experience maintaining databases and completing KPIs.
• Experience producing and monitoring data for management.
• Willingness to develop yourself and the organisation's recruitment processes.

Please note that successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Application Process

To join a growing organisation, apply now to help us continue building an amazing community at Harrogate Neighbours. We look forward to receiving your application!