Sheppard Robson is recruiting a Recruitment and HR Coordinator to join its team in London.
The practice is seeking a self‑motivated, organised and detail‑oriented individual to provide recruitment coordination alongside elements of general HR support. The successful candidate will work closely with the HR Director, wider HR team, and Resourcing Partners.
The role is based in our London office and will also support our Manchester and Glasgow offices, with occasional travel required.
Key tasks:
Recruitment:
* Screen CVs and distribute them to relevant internal review teams
* Liaise with Resourcing Partners and Group to establish hiring requirements
* Work with the BDMC team to draft and place job advertisements, and maintain accurate and up‑to‑date information on the careers page and Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
* Manage day‑to‑day relationships with recruitment agencies, including briefing roles and coordinating candidate applications
* Maintain and manage the ATS
* Coordinate interviews, reviewing internal availability to ensure efficient scheduling, and communicate feedback to candidates
* Support the offer process, including extending verbal offers and issuing written terms of employment
* Act as a key point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process
Onboarding, including:
* Draft and issue new starter contracts and associated documentation
* Ensure all pre‑employment checks are completed, including references, proof of qualifications, and Right to Work documentation
* Schedule inductions for new starters, both at practice and project team level
* Collaborate with the HR Advisor to deliver HR and practice inductions, including remote sessions for Manchester and Glasgow joiners
General HR:
* Support the wider HR team in the delivery of the annual learning and development programme
* Work with the HR Director and Managing Partner to review student applications, coordinate work experience placements, and manage associated administration and inductions
* Assist with HR reporting and analytics using the HR Information System
* Maintain awareness of practice policies and employment law, supporting ad‑hoc policy updates as required
Experience:
* Previous experience in recruitment coordination and/or a generalist HR role, ideally within architecture or the built environment sector
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Please note that this is a fixed‑term role for 12 months.
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