Recruitment Coordinator

Guidant Global; Chilton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Global aerospace organisation

Strategic recruitment exposure

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters UK is seeking a Recruitment Coordinator in Oxford on a hybrid basis. This 12-month contract, 37.5 hours per week, runs Monday to Friday with DBS screening required.

You will manage candidate journeys from briefings to onboarding, source through multiple channels, and coordinate interviews with hiring managers. You will use Workday, handle compliance, and occasionally travel to RAF Shawbury to support local recruitment activities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting recruitment in-house or agency environments.
• Experience verifying candidate qualifications, certifications and licences.
• Knowledge of UK pre-employment screening processes and security clearance (BPSS/SC).

Responsibilities

• Manage candidates from vacancy briefing through to offer, onboarding and induction.
• Support job advertising and candidate attraction across channels.
• Source candidates via LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards and networks.
• Screen applications and conduct initial assessments and interviews.
• Coordinate interview schedules and support interview panels.
• Build relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders.
• Provide recruitment updates and hiring progress reports.
• Maintain recruitment records and candidate data for compliance.
• Work with Workday to track activity and onboarding processes.
• Travel occasionally to RAF Shawbury to support local recruitment.

Skills

Candidate management

Sourcing candidates

Interview coordination

Stakeholder management

UK pre-employment screening

Education

CIPD qualification

Degree-level education or equivalent

Tools

Workday

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job boards

Job description

Recruitment Coordinator Location: Oxford (Hybrid Working, minimum 3 days on-site) Contract: 12-Month Contract Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:00 Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour PAYE / £24.09 per hour Umbrella Security Requirements: DBS Check Required Join Airbus Helicopters UK and Help Shape the Future of Talent

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing candidates from initial vacancy briefing through to offer, onboarding and induction.
• Supporting job advertising and candidate attraction activities across multiple channels.
• Sourcing candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards and professional networks.
• Screening applications and conducting initial candidate assessments and interviews.
• Coordinating interview schedules and supporting interview panels.
• Building strong relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders across the business.
• Providing recruitment updates, market insights and hiring progress reports.
• Ensuring recruitment records and candidate data are accurately maintained.
• Working within recruitment systems, including Workday, to track candidate activity and maintain compliance.
• Supporting smooth transitions from recruitment into onboarding and contract generation processes.
• Undertaking occasional travel to RAF Shawbury to support local recruitment activity and stakeholder engagement.

What We're Looking For

• Essential Experience Previous experience supporting or managing recruitment activities within an in-house or agency environment.
• Experience verifying candidate qualifications, technical certifications and specialist licences.
• Understanding of UK pre-employment screening processes and security clearance requirements, including BPSS and SC clearance environments.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple vacancies and competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive and candidate-focused approach.

Desirable Experience

• Experience using Workday or similar recruitment systems.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent HR-related experience.
• Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience working within aerospace, defence, engineering or highly regulated environments.

Why Join Airbus Helicopters UK?

• Hybrid working with a minimum of three days on-site.
• The opportunity to work within a globally recognised aerospace organisation.
• Exposure to strategic recruitment activity and senior stakeholders.
• The chance to develop your recruitment expertise within a complex and highly regulated environment.
• A collaborative and inclusive working culture that values diversity and professional growth.

Security & Eligibility Requirements

• Successful candidates will be required to undergo DBS screening.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Airbus Helicopters UK, diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.