Recruitment Administrator

O'Neill & Brennan; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment partner in construction based in Bristol or Taunton is seeking a Recruitment Administrator. Responsibilities include managing compliance processes, supporting internal audits, and liaising with candidates and clients. Ideal candidates will be organized, have strong communication skills, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. This role offers flexibility with full-time or part-time hours and comes with various perks, including Life Assurance and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Perkbox (discounts, wellbeing support)

Regular company socials

Supportive team environment

Full training and ongoing support

Qualifications

• Organised and reliable, comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with initiative and manage tasks independently.
• Experience in administrative, compliance, or recruitment roles is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly timesheets and ensure deadlines are met.
• Support compliance processes including right to work checks.
• Log new job vacancies and maintain accurate records.
• Produce regular reports for the Area Manager.
• Resolve complaints in line with company procedures.
• Provide general day-to-day office support.

Skills

Excellent telephone manner

Confident communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Good IT skills (MS Office)

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Job description

Location : Bristol or Taunton (office-based)

Hours : Full-time or Part-time considered

About O’Neill & Brennan

O’Neill & Brennan is a leading recruitment partner within the construction and built environment sector, operating across the UK and Ireland. With a strong reputation built on long-standing relationships, quality delivery, and a people-first approach, we pride ourselves on supporting our clients, candidates, and teams through collaboration, integrity, and hard work. Our offices operate as close-knit teams, where support, accountability, and shared success really matter.

The Role

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Recruitment Administrator to join our team, based in either our Bristol or Taunton office. This is a key support role within a busy recruitment environment, providing administrative, compliance, and reporting support across both offices.

Working closely with our Account Managers and reporting directly to the Area Manager, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth and compliant running of the recruitment function. Your responsibilities will include :

• Managing weekly timesheets, ensuring accuracy and deadlines are met
• Supporting and maintaining compliance processes (right to work checks, documentation, audits)
• Managing compliance records and supporting internal and external audits
• Logging new job vacancies and maintaining accurate system records
• Producing regular reports for the Area Manager and wider business
• Managing and resolving complaints in line with company procedures
• General office administration and day-to-day support
• Supporting Account Managers across the Bristol and Taunton offices
• Liaising with candidates, clients, and internal teams as required

About You

You’ll be organised, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, office‑based environment. You’ll also bring :

• Excellent telephone manner and confident communication skills
• A roll‑up‑your‑sleeves attitude with a willingness to get stuck in
• The ability to work with initiative, managing tasks independently when needed
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good IT skills (MS Office and internal systems)

The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Previous experience in an administrative, compliance, or recruitment role (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

• Life Assurance
• Perkbox (discounts, wellbeing support, and perks)
• Regular company socials, including summer and Christmas events
• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Full training and ongoing support

Flexibility around full‑time or part‑time hours

If you’re looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact and be part of a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note : Applications will be reviewed in the New Year.

Apply now to join O’Neill & Brennan.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.