Recruitment Assistant Officer

Adecco (Portugal); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco are delighted to recruit a Recruitment Assistant Officer to support the Gwent Police Force on a temporary basis. The role is full-time, 37 hours per week, office based with some flexibility.

The successful candidate will provide essential HR operations administrative support, handle enquiries, process data (including FOI requests), and maintain information systems and filing. Welsh level 2 is essential, with level 3 desirable.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration or HR qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Experience providing administrative support with a strong customer service focus.
• Knowledge of office management principles and GDPR.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organisation and ability to interpret/present information.
• Welsh Level 2 is essential; Level 3 desirable (training provided).

Responsibilities

• First Point of Contact: provide timely, professional responses to enquiries and admin support.
• Data Processing: accurately process/retrieve data including FOI requests.
• Information Management: collect and interpret information to assist systems development.
• Filing Systems: maintain electronic filing with audits for accuracy.
• Financial Administration: raise purchase requisitions and manage departmental records.
• Continuous Improvement: identify issues and support efficiency/compliance.

Skills

Business Admin qualification

HR qualification

Administrative support

GDPR knowledge

MS Office

Welsh level 2

Welsh level 3 (desirable)

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Adecco are please to be recruiting for a Recruitment Assistant Officer to work within the Gwent Police Force

Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: 14.17 per hour
Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week, office based with some flexibility
End Date: March, 2027

Please note this role will be subject to POLICE VETTING you will need to have been residing in the UK for a minimum of 3 year continually

About the Role:

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Recruitment Assistant Officer to join their dynamic People Services team. This exciting opportunity involves providing essential administrative support within HR Operations, ensuring the department runs smoothly and efficiently. If you are passionate about people and possess strong organisational skills, this position may be a perfect fit for you!

Key Responsibilities:

As a Recruitment Assistant Officer, you will play a vital role in the following areas:

• First Point of Contact: Provide timely and professional responses to enquiries, ensuring exceptional administration services.
• Data Processing: Accurately process and retrieve data, including Freedom of Information requests, to support informed decision-making.
• Information Management: Collect and interpret information from various sources, assisting in the development of departmental systems.
• Filing Systems: Maintain electronic filing systems, ensuring information accuracy and integrity through regular audits.
• Financial Administration: Raise purchase requisitions and manage departmental financial records in accordance with Force procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify and resolve issues while supporting the team in optimising efficiency and compliance with policies.

General Tasks:

In addition to the principal responsibilities, the role includes:
Ensuring compliance with health and safety policies.
Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to General Data Protection Regulations.
Supporting the Force's Wellbeing Agenda and contributing to a positive work environment.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

To thrive in this role, candidates should possess:

• NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration or a relevant HR qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Previous administrative support experience with a strong emphasis on customer service.
• Knowledge of office management principles and General Data Protection Regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to interpret and present information effectively.
• Level 2 Welsh is essential; Level 3 Welsh is desirable (training will be provided).

Personal Attributes:

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Emotional awareness and effective communication skills.
• A proactive approach to ownership of tasks and responsibilities.
• Collaborative spirit, fostering teamwork and support.
• Analytical thinking to critically evaluate and improve processes.
• An open-minded attitude towards innovation and change.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Working as a Recruitment Assistant Officer with our client offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and inclusive organisation. The role encourages personal growth and development while contributing to a team dedicated to excellence in people services.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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