Recruitment Assistant

Recruitment Assistant

Rate of Pay: £12.85 per hour PAYE
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 teamEssential 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 teamDesirable 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 legislationIf 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