Recruitment Officer/Administrator

Adecco; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Recruitment Officer/Administrator to join the Alliance People Department at Dorset Police. You will provide outstanding customer service and support throughout the recruitment process. This hybrid role offers £12.55 per hour for 37 hours per week until July 2026. Applicants must have resided in the UK for the last 3 years continuously.

Qualifications

• Must have lived in the UK for at least the last 3 years continuously.
• Experience with recruitment processes is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for recruitment enquiries.
• Coordinate all stages of the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate records in line with data protection regulations.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Customer-focused approach

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Adecco are recruiting for a Recruitment Officer/Administrator to join Dorset Police: £12.55 per hour. Temporary until July 2026. Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week. Hybrid. Based at either Winfrith HQ, Dorset or Middlemoor HQ, Exeter. Adecco is proud to be working in partnership with Dorset Police, recruiting for a Recruitment Officer/Administrator to join the Alliance People Department. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a fast-paced, supportive, and professional team that delivers key recruitment and workforce planning services to both Dorset Police and Devon & Cornwall Police.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for recruitment enquiries from candidates and internal stakeholders
• Deliver outstanding customer service via phone, email, Teams, and e-recruitment platforms
• Provide accurate advice in line with HR policies, procedures, and employment regulations
• Support all stages of the recruitment and selection process, including: Coordinating adverts, shortlisting, interviews, and assessments
• Preparing contractual documents
• Liaising with hiring managers and candidates
• Maintain accurate and secure records in line with data protection regulations
• Assist in collecting biometric and drug test samples during pre-employment checks
• Attend and support recruitment and careers events on behalf of Dorset Police
• Contribute to continuous improvement by supporting the production of resourcing data and MI reports

What We're Looking For

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A team player who can manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
• Customer-focused with a proactive and professional approach
• Confident using Microsoft Office and open to learning bespoke internal systems
• Committed to confidentiality, accuracy, and upholding the values of Dorset Police

Apply Now

If you have the skills for this role, please apply. If your CV is shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will be in touch to discuss submitting an application to the Force.

Please note, due to Police Criteria, you must have lived in the UK for at least the last 3 years continuously to apply for this role. Anything less will not be considered.

Any Job Offer made by the Force will be subject to Police Vetting.

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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