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Posted 21 July, 2026

Recruitment Assistant

Impellam
Southampton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Role: Recruitment AssistantContract: 3 monthsWork type: Hybrid Location: Civic Center, SO14 7LY

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We're looking for Recruitment & HR Admin Assistants to join the team immediately for a period of 3 months. Working as part of a fast paced team they will be responsible for administration support throughout the recruitment and on boarding process. Previous recruitment experience is preferred whether this be as part of a broader HR role, in-house recruitment function or agency. Strong administration, organisation and communication skills are a must. We're also looking for someone who enjoys a busy day where the time flies.

Key Responsibilities \n
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  • Provide a comprehensive, customer-focused recruitment service using an e-recruitment system.
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  • Support the end-to-end recruitment process, including preparing adverts, candidate packs, and recruitment documentation.
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  • Respond promptly and professionally to recruitment queries from hiring managers and candidates.
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  • Coordinate recruitment activities for schools and partner organisations.
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  • Manage pre-employment checks and ensure compliance with statutory requirements and Council policies.
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  • Process new starter documentation and payroll information accurately within deadlines.
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  • Maintain accurate recruitment records, vacancy information, and recruitment databases.
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  • Produce recruitment reports and management information on recruitment activity and trends.
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  • Liaise with recruitment agencies, job boards, and external partners to support recruitment campaigns.
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  • Provide administrative support for HR projects, assessment activities, and general HR & OD functions.
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Essential Skills & Requirements \n
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  • GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics, with HR Administration experience or equivalent recruitment administration experience.
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  • Experience delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced, high-volume administrative environment.
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  • Knowledge of recruitment and selection processes, including pre-employment checks.
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  • Understanding of employment legislation, safeguarding, equality, and safer recruitment practices.
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  • Strong administrative skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
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  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using e-recruitment systems, databases, and digital platforms.
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  • Experience handling recruitment enquiries via telephone, email, and face-to-face.
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  • Ability to maintain accurate records, process documentation, and produce management reports.
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  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong stakeholder management abilities.
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  • Highly organised, able to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.
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Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.