HR Administrator – Recruitment Focus
Location: Dagenham
Contract Type: Fixed Term (3–6 months)
Salary: £27, – £33, per annum (DOE)
Start Date: Early January
About the Role
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive HR Administrator to join our team, with a strong focus on supporting recruitment activities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, has excellent attention to detail, and is passionate about delivering a smooth and professional candidate experience.
As this is a fixed-term contract starting in early January, prior experience in HR administration and recruitment support is essential to ensure you can hit the ground running.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide administrative support across the recruitment cycle, from job posting to onboarding.
* Coordinate interview schedules, liaising with candidates and hiring managers.
* Prepare offer letters, contracts, and ensure compliance with pre‑employment checks.
* Maintain accurate recruitment and HR records, ensuring data integrity and GDPR compliance.
* Support wider HR administration, including responding to first line HR queries, maintaining employee files, updating HRIS, and assisting with ad-hoc projects.
* Assist with reporting on recruitment activity and provide updates to HR and management teams.
* Ensure a positive candidate and stakeholder experience throughout the recruitment process.
About You
* Previous experience in HR administration, ideally with exposure to recruitment processes.
* Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* High attention to detail and accuracy in record‑keeping.
* Confident in using HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.
* A collaborative team player with a proactive, solution focused approach.
* Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
* Understanding of recruitment compliance requirements in a facilities management environment would be advantageous.
What We Offer
* Opportunities for professional development and involvement in exciting projects.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* The chance to play a key role in supporting the employee lifecycle, with a particular focus on recruitment and onboarding.
Working Arrangements
* Full‑time (36 hours per week, Monday–Friday).
* Fixed-term contract.
* Hybrid working options available (4 days on site preferable).
Process
* Interviews will be held between 22–23 December .
* The position will commence in early January .
* Immediately available candidates only.
How to Apply:
If you’re passionate about HR and recruitment and want to make a real impact, please apply by 19 December .