Reed
We’re seeking a proactive and highly organised Recruitment Administrator to join our friendly and fast-paced HR team.
In this varied role, you’ll support the delivery of an efficient and professional recruitment service across the organisation, helping to attract and onboard talented individuals. Working closely with the Recruitment Business Partner and wider HR team, you’ll play a key role in ensuring a smooth and positive experience for both candidates and hiring managers.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Selection
- Support the full recruitment lifecycle from advertising to offer stage
- Upload and manage job adverts across systems, job boards and the intranet
- Screen applications and maintain accurate recruitment logs
- Coordinate interviews, including scheduling, preparing interview packs and meeting arrangements
- Welcome candidates and ensure a professional interview experience
- Assist with selection processes, including administration of assessments
Candidate Management & Communication
- Manage the recruitment inbox and respond promptly to queries
- Act as a key point of contact for candidates, ensuring a positive experience
- Support telephone pre-screening of applicants where required
Employer Branding & Social Media
- Update and maintain recruitment social media content
- Promote vacancies and company news to attract high-quality candidates
Onboarding & Compliance
- Support pre-employment checks including references and compliance documentation
- Assist with onboarding administration and maintain accurate employee records
- Contribute to the maintenance of the Single Central Record
HR Support & Administration
- Provide general administrative support to the HR team
- Maintain accurate records on internal systems (e.g. Agresso)
- Support data entry, document management and audits
- Assist with engagement of temporary staff, contractors and volunteers
Company Events & Support
- Participate in company events such as open days, enrolment and recruitment events
- Provide wider administrative support during peak periods across the organisation
About You
You’ll be a confident and organised administrator who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys working with people.
Essential:
- Experience in an administrative role within a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience using systems or databases
- A flexible, proactive approach and ability to work independently and as part of a team
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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