Job Description
Adecco are recruiting for a Recruitment Officer/Administrator to join Dorset Police:\n\n£12.55 per hour\nTemporary until July 2026\nMonday - Friday, 37 hours per week\nHybrid \nBased at either Winfrith HQ, Dorset or Middlemoor HQ, Exeter\n\n🔍 About the Role:\n\nAdecco is proud to be working in partnership with Dorset Police, recruiting for a Recruitment Officer/Administrator to join the Alliance People Department. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a fast-paced, supportive, and professional team that delivers key recruitment and workforce planning services to both Dorset Police and Devon & Cornwall Police.\n\nYou'll play a key role in supporting the end-to-end recruitment process, acting as the first point of contact for both internal and external queries, and ensuring all resourcing activities are carried out efficiently and accurately.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nAct as the first point of contact for recruitment enquiries from candidates and internal stakeholders\n\nDeliver outstanding customer service via phone, email, Teams, and e-recruitment platforms\n\nProvide accurate advice in line with HR policies, procedures, and employment regulations\n\nSupport all stages of the recruitment and selection process, including:\n\nCoordinating adverts, shortlisting, interviews, and assessments\n\nPreparing contractual documents\n\nLiaising with hiring managers and candidates\n\nMaintain accurate and secure records in line with data protection regulations\n\nAssist in collecting biometric and drug test samples during pre-employment checks\n\nAttend and support recruitment and careers events on behalf of Dorset Police\n\nContribute to continuous improvement by supporting the production of resourcing data and MI reports\n\nWhat We're Looking For:\n\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\n\nStrong organisational skills and attention to detail\n\nA team player who can manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines\n\nCustomer-focused with a proactive and professional approach\n\nConfident using Microsoft Office and open to learning bespoke internal systems\n\nCommitted to confidentiality, accuracy, and upholding the values of Dorset Police\n\nApply Now:\n\nIf you have the skills for this role, please apply. If your CV is shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will be in touch to discuss submitting an application to the Force.\n\nPlease note, due to Police Criteria, you must have lived in the UK for at least the last 3 years continuously to apply for this role.
Anything less will not be considered.\n\nAny Job Offer made by the Force will be subject to Police Vetting.\n\nAdecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.\n\nBy applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser