Temporary recruitment administrator

Manpower UK Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

22 days annual leave

Office-based role (no WFH)

Job summary

Manpower UK Ltd in Solihull is looking for a Temporary Recruitment Administrator to support onboarding, compliance and site recruitment activities. The role involves coordinating attendance, handling timesheets and providing payroll support.

You will work flexibly between 05:30 and 22:30, with travel between local sites as needed, and you will be paid £13 per hour for a temporary contract.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills to communicate with candidates, account managers and clients.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving with initiative to resolve issues quickly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Outlook) and confident email communication.
• Comfort working with internal systems for record-keeping, timesheets and compliance.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site travel.
• Flexibility with working hours to support onsite operations.

Responsibilities

• Onboarding & Compliance: complete pre-employment checks and onboarding steps.
• Workforce Coordination: monitor attendance, track absences, arrange backfills or cover.
• Data Tracking: maintain staff and holiday trackers, ensure information is up to date.
• Systems Use & Data Management: record candidate details, timesheets, holiday bookings and clock-in data.
• Payroll Support & Reporting: provide accurate information for payroll and headcount reporting.
• Issue Handling: respond to day-to-day queries from temporary workers and site managers.

Skills

Strong customer service

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Work under pressure

Microsoft Office

Internal systems

Driving licence

Flexible hours

Job description

Location: Solihull, Birmingham Contract: Temporary Hourly Rate: 13.00 per hour Hours: Flexibility between 05:30 - 22:30 required

Why Join Us?

We're an established recruitment services provider with a strong presence across the UK, supporting clients with reliable workforce solutions and helping candidates find suitable temporary roles. If you're looking for a hands-on, fast-paced role where you can build recruitment administration experience in a supportive team environment, this is a great opportunity to develop your skills and make a real impact.

Job Responsibilities

As a Temporary Recruitment Administrator, you will support the recruitment and onsite delivery process by completing a variety of essential administrative and coordination tasks, including:

• Onboarding & Compliance: Complete pre-employment checks and onboarding steps to ensure candidates start work compliantly and professionally.
• Workforce Coordination: Monitor attendance, track absences, and arrange backfills or shift cover as required.
• Data Tracking: Maintain accurate staff and holiday trackers, ensuring information is up to date and reliable.
• Systems Use & Data Management: Learn and use internal systems to record candidate details, timesheets, holiday bookings, and clock-in/clock-out data.
• Payroll Support & Reporting: Provide accurate information for payroll processing and assist with headcount and operational reporting.
• Issue Handling: Respond to day-to-day queries from temporary workers and site managers, including pay queries, absence management, and general support.

Required Skills & Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Strong customer service skills to communicate effectively with candidates, account managers, and clients.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks accurately.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving with the initiative to resolve issues quickly and appropriately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Excel and Outlook) and confident email communication.
• Comfort working with internal systems for record-keeping, timesheets, and compliance documentation.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, as occasional travel between local sites may be required.
• Flexibility with working hours to support onsite operations, which may run early mornings through to late evenings.

What We Offer

• Overtime opportunities to boost your earnings.
• 22 days annual leave (accrued during employment), plus public holidays.
• Office-based role with a friendly, supportive team environment (no working from home available).