Recruitment Assistant - Legal Sector

VanRath; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for professional develop

Supportive team culture

Job summary

VanRath is seeking a Recruitment Assistant in Belfast, offering hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office. The role supports high-impact recruitment processes within a dynamic legal and professional services context, collaborating closely with hiring teams to manage vacancies and candidate communications.

You will gain exposure to end-to-end recruitment programmes, including early careers initiatives, with a supportive team culture and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (Workday, Phenom preferred).
• Excellent communication and candidate engagement abilities.
• Ability to coordinate multiple recruitment activities efficiently.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update live vacancies on the ATS and careers page, ensuring accuracy of listings.
• Support the end-to-end recruitment process for diverse roles, including candidate communication and assessment coordination.
• Assist with planning and executing early careers programmes, such as apprenticeships and vacation schemes.
• Organise interviews and assessment centres, liaising with candidates and hiring managers.
• Produce reports and manage recruitment data to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Organisational skills

ATS Experience

Candidate Engagement

Recruitment Coordination

Process Improvement

Tools

Workday

Phenom

Job description

Job Title: Recruitment Assistant
Location: Belfast (Hybrid - 3 days per week in office)

VANRATH is partnering with a dynamic organisation known for its innovative approach to legal and professional services, offering an exciting opportunity for a Recruitment Assistant to join their team. This role is perfect for candidates passionate about supporting high-impact recruitment processes within a collaborative environment.

Salary/Benefits

• Competitive salary £28 - £31k
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive team culture

About your next employer

This esteemed firm operates within the legal sector, known for delivering exceptional client service across multiple regions. With a focus on innovation and employee development, they boast a dedicated team that promotes a collaborative and inclusive culture. The firm works with industry-leading technologies and manages a diverse portfolio of legal projects, providing a stimulating and rewarding environment to thrive in.

About you

• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (Workday, Phenom preferred)
• Excellent communication and candidate engagement abilities
• Ability to coordinate multiple recruitment activities efficiently
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement

What you'll do

• Maintain and update live vacancies on the ATS and careers page, ensuring accuracy and freshness of listings
• Support the end-to-end recruitment process for diverse roles, including assessment coordination and candidate communication
• Assist with planning and executing early careers programmes, such as apprenticeships and vacation schemes
• Organise interviews and assessment centres, liaising with candidates and hiring managers
• Produce reports and manage recruitment data to support strategic decision-making