Recruitment Administrator in Rayleigh)

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a proactive Recruitment Administrator for a fixed-term contract of 3 months. This fully remote role requires strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment processes, maintaining candidate records, and providing administrative support to the HR team. Ideal candidates should have prior experience in recruitment or HR, be able to manage multiple priorities, and ensure a smooth candidate experience. Competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fully remote working

Supportive HR and recruitment team

Qualifications

• Previous experience in recruitment, HR, or administration.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate candidate records.
• Act as point of contact for recruitment queries.
• Support onboarding processes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Confident in using HR systems

Experience with GDPR

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

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

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.