Recruitment Assistant

Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Recruitment Assistant for our client a local government organisation in Southampton.

The successful candidate will be responsible for administering the end-to-end recruitment process.

This is initially a 3 month contract with the possibility to extend after that date. This role is hybrid working 1 day in the officer per week.

Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Using in-house e-recruitment system to advertise roles and update candidate details.
• Handling queries from both candidates and managers, providing excellent customer service.
• Supporting hiring managers with recruitment campaigns, shortlisting, interviews, offers etc.
• Supporting candidates and new starters on their recruitment journey.
• Provide guidance on the process and relevant legislation.
• Ensuring all communication and documentation is sent out accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring deadlines and SLAs are met.
• Conducting and completing pre-employment checks, issuing contracts of employment, and ensuring employee HR and payroll records are updated.

Personal Requirements:

• Certificate in HR Admin or equivalent work experience (recruitment activity/administration in dealing with customers).
• Experience of delivering an excellent customer service in a high volume environment.
• Experience of using e- Systems and experience of using social media and internet platforms for recruitment or similar activity.
• To have experience of using e-Systems to run basic management reports.

Working Hours: 37hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday to Friday

Pay: £16.88 p/h

Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.