Recruitment Administrator

Network Rail; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Network Rail as a Recruitment Administrator and contribute to the recruitment of talented individuals for a better railway. This role involves managing the recruitment process, ensuring data protection compliance, and delivering exceptional candidate experiences. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, a supportive team culture, and access to employee benefits.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Rail travel subsidies

Flexible and agile working arrangements

Discounts on shopping and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment or administration and handling data.
• Strong organizational skills with an understanding of KPIs.
• Exceptional customer focus and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end recruitment cycle.
• Shortlisting candidates and arranging interviews.
• Assist with onboarding activities and engage with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Customer Engagement

Tools

Microsoft Office

ORACLE eBusiness Suite

Job description

Location

Manchester, GB

Department Name

EM HRSS (348103) G5

About Network Rail

Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Click here to learn more.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Brief Description

Do you have recruitment or administration experience? Have you worked in a high-volume process driven environment? Do you have experience with handling data in line with data protection? If so, please read below as this may be the role for you!

About The Role (External)

Our Shared Services team deliver specialist processes that have a direct impact on the performance of Network Rail, our customers, and suppliers. These services include payroll, recruitment and onboarding, payables, receivables, financial accounting, reporting, controls and compliance, and helpdesk support.

• Vacancy type: Permanent
• Location: Manchester Square One
• Hours: up to 35 hours per week with hybrid working and travel as required. Hybrid working pattern is 3 days per week in the office.
• Salary & Band: Band 6 - £ 23,580.00
• Closing date: midnight on Tuesday 1st July 2025. Late applicants will not be accepted.
  
  
  

Main Responsibilities

As a Recruitment Administrator we are looking for people who have excellent communication skills, and people who can organise and prioritise work and have great attention to detail. In addition, we are looking for people who strives to deliver great customer service and engagement skills and have good understanding of Data Protection Legislation.

What will you be doing?

The recruitment administrator role is crucial to the overall success of Network Rail as you will support the business recruit dedicated, ambitious, talented people in a variety of roles Nationwide.

You will be responsible for the successful administration of the end-to-end recruitment cycle, shortlisting candidates, arranging interviews and assessments, assisting at assessment centres and processing onboarding activity.

We are looking for someone who takes great pride in their work, are confident using their initiative, enjoy the freedom and autonomy to manage their own workload and be willing to travel nationally to support assessment events.

Located in the heart of Manchester, five minutes from Piccadilly Station our open plan office boasts; subsidised restaurants and an inspiring workspace complemented by a supportive, friendly team culture and great benefits!

Come and join our team and together, help us build a better railway for a better Britain.

Ple ase see the job description attached for more information.

The Ideal Candidate

• Excellent communication - You will need great communications skills; you’ll be communicating changes to key internal and external stakeholders. Earn trust and build credibility; create an engaging environment, respecting the diverse interests and opinions of others.
• Organisation and prioritisation – you will have to complete tasks within specified timeframes and be used to KPI’s and SLA’s.
• Great attention to detail and accuracy – analysing data, producing reports and performing audit activities and has a right first-time approach.
• Exceptional customer focus/engagement skills – you’ll be dealing with queries from external stakeholders and will monitor a shared inbox. You’ll need good written and verbal skills: concise, clear and articulate.
• Understanding of Data Protection Legislation
• Strong understanding and appreciation of Microsoft Office packages including Excel
  
  
  

What could set you apart?

• Practical experience administering the recruitment lifecycle (i.e. candidate shortlisting, booking an interview, onboarding, pre-employment checks).
• Occupational knowledge of shared services and/ or working in a volume driven recruitment environment
• ORACLE eBusiness Suite experience
  
  
  

How To Apply (External)

Why Join Us?

At Network Rail, people matter. You’ll be part of a team that values your contribution and supports your growth. Your work will directly impact the development of future railway professionals and help us achieve our goal of getting everyone home safe every day.

You will have development opportunities, access to training and enjoy a range of employee benefits, such as up to 28 days annual leave, rail travel subsidies, a range of pension options, flexible and agile working arrangements, discounts on shopping, gym memberships and much more. Network Rail Benefits - To find out about what benefits we offer, click here

How to apply and the application process:

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Vacancy type: Permanent

Location: Manchester Square One

Hours: up to 35 hours per week with hybrid working and travel as required. Hybrid working pattern is 3 days per week in the office.

Salary & Band: Band 6 - £ 23,580.00

Closing date: midnight on Tuesday 1st July 2025. Late applicants will not be accepted.

If you would like to speak the Resourcing Team, please contact [e-mail]

If you would like any reasonable adjustments support during your application or throughout the recruitment process , please do not hesitate to contact the Resourcing Team who will happily assist.

Click ‘Apply now’ to submit your application. Start your journey with us today!