Recruitment Administrator

New Appointments Group Ltd; Remote; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a proactive Recruitment Administrator for a 3-month fixed-term contract. The role involves supporting the recruitment process, maintaining records, and managing inquiries in a remote working setting. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational and communication skills along with prior experience in recruitment or HR. This opportunity offers competitive pay and the chance to work within a supportive HR team, making it ideal for individuals available immediately.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fully remote working

Experience in HR and recruitment

Qualifications

• Experience in a recruitment, HR or administrative role.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Understanding of confidentiality and GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate records on the HR system.
• Act as contact for recruitment queries.
• Support onboarding processes.
• Build relationships with candidates.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

HR systems usage

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Recruitment Administrator (Fixed Term Contract - 3 Months)

Location: Remote
Salary: £30,000 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Fixed Term - 3 Months

About the Role

We are seeking an organised and proactive Recruitment Administrator to join our clients Careers Team on a 3-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Internal Recruiter, you will provide essential administrative support across the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a smooth, professional and compliant experience for candidates and stakeholders.

This is a fully remote role, ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and experience supporting recruitment or HR teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer all aspects of the recruitment process, including scheduling interviews, drafting offer letters and conducting ID checks
• Maintain accurate, real-time candidate records on the HR system in line with GDPR and company policies
• Act as a first point of contact for internal and external recruitment queries
• Monitor and manage the shared recruitment inbox, responding or escalating queries within agreed timescales
• Support onboarding processes, liaising with internal teams to ensure a smooth candidate journey
• Build positive relationships with candidates, providing regular updates and support throughout the process
• Liaise with external agencies and suppliers as required
• Assist with recruitment fairs and other attraction activities
• Maintain and update recruitment records, process guides, policies and procedures
• Provide general administrative support to the wider HR team as required

About You

• Previous experience in a recruitment, HR or administrative role
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Good understanding of confidentiality, data protection and GDPR
• A collaborative team player who can also work independently in a remote environment

The hours of work are 8.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday with an immediate start

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000 per annum (pro rata)
• Fully remote working
• Opportunity to gain experience within a supportive HR and recruitment team
• A varied role supporting meaningful recruitment activity

If you are immediately available (or available at short notice) and looking for a short-term opportunity within recruitment administration, we would love to hear from you.

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

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