Recruitment Administrative Assistant (Full-Time, Permanent)
Position: Recruitment Operations Assistant
Department: Operations
Reports to: Operations Manager
Location: Chancery Lane (London)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised Administrative Assistant to join our team full-time. This is a permanent role, primarily based within the Operations department, providing direct support to the Operations Manager, Directors, Marketing and wider Recruitment consulting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in being the person who ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Operations Manager and Director
* Be first line support for customer enquiries
* Manage diaries, coordinate meetings, and book appointments
* Prepare reports, documents, and correspondence
* Organise travel, events, and team logistics
* Maintain and update internal systems and electronic records
* Track tasks, deadlines, and project progress
* Act as a central point of contact within the Operations department
* Provide administrative support to the Marketing team, including creating and updating presentation materials using Powerpoint and Canva
* Support broader team admin and assist with cross-functional tasks when needed
About You
* Previous experience within the recruitment industry, working in a fast-paced commercial environment in an administrative or team support capacity.
* Able to demonstrate strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Excellent communication skills — both written and verbal
* Customer-facing experience would be valued
* Ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, work autonomously, and contribute to the development and refinement of operational processes and ways of working.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Canva would be beneficial.
* Discreet, professional, and trustworthy with sensitive information
* A team player with a helpful and flexible approach
What We Offer
* A flexible, mature, and inclusive environment, where they will gain exposure to many different business areas withing a growing talent consultancy
* Will work closely with experienced professionals, will have exposure to prominent global organisations, and will have the opportunity to make a significant impact to the business
* Professional and career development opportunities within a growing, internationally focused business