Recruitment/Early Talent Administrator

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK's largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

As a Fixed term contract 12 months Senior Recruitment / Early Talent Administrator, you’ll be at the heart of our recruitment administration operations, supporting the administration lifecycle of hiring for our programme, for Higher Apprentice, Graduate schemes, Internships and Apprenticeships. You’ll work closely with hiring managers, candidates, and the recruitment team to ensure a seamless and engaging experience for all.

• Social Media & Advertising: Promote opportunities across platforms like LinkedIn, Universities and job boards, ensuring alignment with our brand and business goals.
• Assessment Centre Support: Help coordinate and manage engaging and effective assessment centres for early talent programmes.
• Candidate Engagement: Be the friendly, reliable point of contact for candidates—providing updates, feedback, and guidance throughout their journey.
• Interview Coordination: Schedule and manage interviews, ensuring a smooth process for both candidates and hiring managers.
• Offer Management: Assist with job offers, addressing candidate queries and ensuring a positive onboarding experience.
• Recruitment Admin & Reporting: Provide comprehensive administrative support, maintain accurate records, and generate insightful recruitment reports.
• System & Process Support: Manage recruitment approvals and support the use of recruitment software tools.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Collaborate with internal teams and external candidates to deliver a high-quality recruitment service.
• Onboarding Support: Collaborate with the recruitment team & hiring managers to facilitate the onboarding process for new hires.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong admin & organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach
• Experience in recruitment administration or early talent programmes
• Confidence using recruitment systems and social media platforms
• A passion for delivering exceptional candidate experiences
• Experience with Workday, SAP HR & Excel

Education/Qualification

• Previous experience as a recruitment coordinator preferred
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) Workday and SAP HR
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and capable of maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary £26,000 - £28,000 depending on experience
• Fixed term contract 12 months
• Location Chipping Sodbury
• Hours 36.25
• Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador
• Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance
• Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
• Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause
• Social Value: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover

At Heidelberg Materials UK, we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business.

We understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry.

If you’re interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn’t perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s). You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company.

Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive. Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments.

We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritised.