Talent Acquisition Coordinator

WeBuyVintage; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day working week

Bright Exchange

Employee Assistance Programme

BrightHR online learning

Competitive pay

Job summary

WeBuyVintage in Cambridge is seeking a Talent Acquisition Coordinator to support hiring and onboarding. Reporting to the Head of People, you will coordinate interviews, screen applications, and help attract and retain top talent in our fast-growing UK brand.

This role offers a 4-day working week, hybrid office attendance (3 days in Cambridge), access to employee perks, and a chance to shape our recruitment processes with ATS tools and HR software.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple vacancies and priorities.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach.
• Experience with ATS or HR software advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interview scheduling between candidates and hiring managers.
• Screen applications against role requirements and criteria.
• Proactively identify and engage suitable candidates.
• Prepare employment contracts and onboarding documents.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and candidate tracking.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Organisational skills

Written and verbal communication

Prioritisation

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Tools

ATS/HR software

Job description

About WeBuyVintage

WeBuyVintage is one of the UK’s largest buyers of jewellery, antiques and collectibles. We run more roadshows than any other UK company - over 250 valuation events every month - bringing trusted experts face-to-face with customers across the country.

About WeBuyVintage

WeBuyVintage is one of the UK’s largest buyers of jewellery, antiques and collectibles. We run more roadshows than any other UK company - over 250 valuation events every month - bringing trusted experts face-to-face with customers across the country. In three years, we’ve grown from a pub-table idea into an eight-figure business, and we’re on a mission to make WeBuyVintage a brand everyone recognises.

The Role:

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Coordinator to join our rapidly growing team in Cambridge. Reporting to the Head of People, this role is critical to to support our hiring and onboarding processes, helping us attract, engage and retain top talent.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

Interview Coordination

• Schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Manage candidate communications throughout the recruitment journey.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience from application through to offer.
• Coordinate interview logistics and provide support to hiring managers as needed.

Talent Acquisition

• Communicate with candidates in an effective and timely manner
• Screen applications against role requirements and hiring criteria.
• Proactively identify and engage suitable candidates.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and candidate tracking systems.

Onboarding

• Prepare employment contracts and offer documentation.
• Coordinate pre-employment checks, right-to-work verification and new starter paperwork.
• Set up new employees on company systems and HR platforms.
• Work closely with IT and department managers to ensure equipment and system access are ready for day one.
• Support onboarding activities to ensure a smooth and positive start for new hires.
• Maintain accurate employee records and onboarding documentation.

Who We’re Looking For:

We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering a professional, efficient candidate experience.

You’ll be great in this role if you have:

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

• Previous experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, resourcing or recruitment coordination.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Confidence managing multiple vacancies and competing priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Experience with recruitment systems, HR software or applicant tracking systems (ATS) is advantageous.

What You’ll Get:

• 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday)
• Access to Bright Exchange - enjoy thousands of exclusive employee discounts and perks
• Employee Assistance Programme - confidential, 24/7 support for you and your immediate family, covering work, personal, and home life matters
• On-demand professional development - access to BrightHR’s online learning platform to build new skills and support your career progression
• Competitive pay
• Be part of a rapidly growing, friendly UK brand

The salary for this role is £30,000 - £35,000 p.a.

Please note this role is based in our Central Cambridge office 3 days per week. Currently we cannot guarantee parking.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and make employment decisions based on skills, experience and suitability for the role.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to support you.

Right to Work

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment. Unfortunately, we are not currently able to offer visa sponsorship for this role