Job Description
* Location: Bristol (Hybrid – 2 days in office, 3 days from home)
* Start Date: 1st September 2026
* Student Placement -Fixed Term Contract 12months
Come and join our Creative RPO Team
There's never been a talent landscape like this one - fast-moving, candidate-led, and fiercely competitive. At PeopleScout, we do what it takes to help our clients stand out. We blend clever, industry-first thinking with deep in-house expertise you won't find anywhere else, creating recruitment solutions with creativity at their core. We're looking for people to join our Bristol delivery team and be a part of the exciting journey we're on.
Details
PeopleScout supports clients in more than 70 countries, partnering with major UK organisations such as Lloyds Banking Group, Virgin Media O2, and the Environment Agency. As a Placement Student Recruitment Coordinator, you'll play a key role in delivering world-class recruitment support, ensuring a smooth, positive experience for every candidate and client.
As you start your journey in the world of work this is your chance to develop valuable skills and gain great experience working with a team that's as supportive as it is ambitious.
As a Recruitment Coordinator, you'll get to experience how organisations attract talent in a competitive market, and the candidate experience selection process that goes on behind the scenes.
This is a 12month student placement fixed term contract for students of the University of the West of England. We are looking for individuals that can commit to full-time work. We're located in a Bristol city centre office, working Mon-Fri, 9am-5.30pm (currently working Wednesday and Thursday at the office plus 3 working from home days).
What You'll Be Doing:
* Supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process, from initial application to final outcome
* Coordinating assessments and evaluating candidate suitability
* Managing and updating candidate information accurately using various technology platforms
* Handling candidate queries via phone and email in a professional and timely manner
* Keeping hiring managers and partners informed with regular progress updates
* Contributing to a best-in-class candidate experience, strengthening client brand reputation
* Collaborating across teams to solve problems and deliver results
* Working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple clients
* As a Placement Student you will also participate in a series of learning and development modules across your 12 months with us
What We're Looking For:
* A true team player with a passion for exceptional customer service
* Clear, confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
* Strong attention to detail and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
* Ability to multitask and stay organized across several recruitment projects
* A proactive approach to learning and problem-solving
* Previous recruitment or customer service experience is a bonus – but not essential