Recruitment Coordinator

LKQ Europe; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Enhanced annual leave

Career growth across UK & Europe

Pension contributions

Life assurance

24/7 employee assistance programme

Gym discounts

Healthcare perks

Cycle to work scheme

Retail & staff discounts

Job summary

LKQ Europe is seeking a highly organised Recruitment Coordinator to join our Talent Acquisition team. This fast-paced, transactional role supports recruitment activity across the business and acts as the first point of contact for recruitment queries.

You will ensure processes are followed, vacancies are advertised promptly, candidates are progressed efficiently, and hiring managers receive proactive support to attract great talent across the UK & Europe.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment, recruitment administration, HR administration, or coordination.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident communicator with ability to build relationships across the business.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience producing reports and managing data.
• Customer-focused attitude and proactive approach.
• Ability to work independently while handling a busy workload.
• Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Recruitment agency or in-house recruitment experience.

Responsibilities

• Advertise vacancies across approved job boards and recruitment channels.
• Screen and shortlist candidates against criteria.
• Coordinate interviews and support hiring managers.
• Ensure processes and compliance are followed consistently across branches.
• Act as main contact for recruitment queries and best practice.
• Maintain accurate candidate records within the ATS.
• Monitor recruitment activity and chase outstanding actions.
• Generate and distribute weekly recruitment performance reports.
• Track vacancies, applications, interviews and hires.
• Support onboarding administration for a positive candidate experience.
• Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes and efficiencies.
• Assist Talent Acquisition with campaigns and projects.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

MS Office (Excel)

ATS experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

Tools

ATS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Recruitment Coordinator to join our Talent Acquisition team. This is a fast-paced, transactional role that will play a critical part in supporting recruitment activity across the business.

As the first point of contact for recruitment-related queries, you will ensure recruitment processes are followed consistently, vacancies are advertised promptly, candidates are progressed efficiently through the recruitment journey, and hiring managers receive the support they need to attract and hire great talent.

This role would suit someone who enjoys administration, thrives on organisation, has excellent attention to detail, and takes pride in delivering outstanding service to internal stakeholders.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary– We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
• Enhanced Annual Leave– Enjoy a great work-life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
• Exciting Career Growth– Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
• Pension Contributions– We invest in your future with our contributory pension scheme.
• Life Assurance for Peace of Mind– Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme– Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
• Exclusive Gym Discounts– Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Perks– Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
• Cycle to Work Scheme– Save money while staying active with tax-free bike purchases.
• Retail & Staff Discounts– Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.

Key Responsibilities

Advertise vacancies across approved job boards and recruitment channels.

Screen and shortlist candidates against agreed criteria.

Coordinate interviews and support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.

Ensure recruitment processes and compliance requirements are followed consistently across all branches.

Act as the main point of contact for branches and managers regarding recruitment queries and best practice.

Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Monitor recruitment activity and proactively chase outstanding actions from hiring managers.

Generate and distribute weekly recruitment performance reports and updates.

Track key recruitment metrics, including vacancies, applications, interviews, and hires.

Support onboarding administration to ensure a positive candidate experience.

Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes and efficiencies.

Assist the Talent Acquisition team with recruitment campaigns and projects as required.

Skills and Experience

Previous experience in a recruitment, recruitment administration, HR administration, or coordination role.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across the business.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Experience producing reports and managing data.

Customer-focused approach with a positive and proactive attitude.

Ability to work independently while managing a busy workload.

Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Recruitment agency or in-house recruitment experience.

Knowledge of recruitment compliance and employment checks.

Why Work for LKQ

Opportunity to play a key role in supporting recruitment across a growing business.

Collaborative and supportive team environment.

Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

A role where organisation, customer service, and process excellence truly make a difference.

If you're an organised and detail-focused professional who enjoys keeping processes running smoothly and delivering exceptional support, we'd love to hear from you.