At a Glance
- Tasks: Support recruitment and onboarding processes in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Coventry City Council's dynamic Recruitment & Onboarding team.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hybrid working, and potential for permanent roles.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring smooth onboarding experiences for candidates.
- Qualifications: Strong admin skills and experience in fast-paced settings required.
The predicted salary is between 12.85 - 12.85 £ per hour.
Rate of Pay: £12.85 per hour
Location: One Friargate, Coventry, CV1 2FL
Contract: Temporary basis, until September 2026, with potential permanent opportunities
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm (30‑minute unpaid break)
Office‑based for the first 4 weeks of training, then moving to a hybrid pattern with 2 days per week onsite.
Purpose of the Role
Opus People Solutions are currently seeking an experienced Recruitment Assistant to join a busy Recruitment & Onboarding team based in Coventry on behalf of our Client, Coventry City Council. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong administrator who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment and has excellent organisational and communication skills. You will play a key role in supporting recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring documentation is accurately managed and candidates receive a smooth onboarding experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing shared recruitment mailboxes and responding to enquiries
- Processing recruitment and onboarding documentation
- Monitoring and processing DBS clearances and related queries
- Maintaining accurate electronic personnel records and filing systems
- Downloading, distributing and managing electronic correspondence
- Acting as a first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
- Supporting recruitment and onboarding administration activities
- Assisting with service improvement initiatives and project work
- Providing administrative support to the wider Recruitment team
Essential Requirements
- Previous administration experience
- Experience working within a fast‑paced environment
- Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workloads
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks effectively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable Requirements
- Previous recruitment or onboarding administration experience
- Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS)
- Experience working within a large or complex organisation
- Understanding of recruitment and onboarding processes and legislation
If you are a motivated administrator looking for your next opportunity within a busy and supportive recruitment team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.
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