Recruitment and HR Support Officer The local authority is seeking an organised and detail-focused Recruitment & HR Support Officer to provide efficient administrative support across HR and recruitment functions. This role sits within a small, supportive team and involves both internal customer support and hands-on administrative activity. Key Responsibilities * Provide HR and recruitment administrative support to internal departments, trading companies, schools, and academies * Produce employment contracts, offer letters, and recruitment correspondence * Support recruitment advertising, candidate communication, and record-keeping * Carry out statutory employment checks and ensure compliance with all required processes * Coach managers on HR systems and processes across the employee lifecycle * Assist with temporary staffing processes, including interviews, placements, and timesheet input * Maintain accurate records, assist with billing, and ensure timely completion of all administrative tasks * Build strong working relationships with internal customers and HR teams * Provide advice and guidance on employment legislation and local policies related to temporary staff * Handle phone queries and MS Teams calls from hiring managers and candidates Requirements * Experience in Recruitment, HR, or Payroll within the public sector or a corporate environment * Strong IT skills, including email, Word, databases, and ideally MS Teams * Excellent attention to detail and accuracy * Ability to support customers with patience and professionalism * Understanding and appreciation of diversity and individual needs * A valid UK driving licence and access to transport (unless alternative transport is viable) Additional Information * Mostly home-based, with one day per week required onsite in Bournemouth * Two-week onsite training period at the start * 3-month contract with potential for extension * Supportive, collaborative working environment