HR Recruitment Administrator

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Are you an organised, people-focused administrator who enjoys keeping things running smoothly and making a real difference behind the scenes? We’re looking for an HR Recruitment Administrator to join our friendly head office team in Stroud and provide first-class support across our recruitment and HR administration processes.

• Starting salary: £24,500 per annum
• Hours: 35 hours per week (Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00)
• Location: Office-based, Stroud, Gloucestershire
• Holidays: 25 days plus statutory
• Pension: Auto-enrolment pension (6% employer contribution)

What you’ll be doing

• Be the first point of contact for recruitment queries and processes.
• Administer and coordinate recruitment activity through our Applicant Tracking System, working closely with hiring managers and the HR Manager.
• Support end-to-end recruitment administration: vacancy set-up, candidate communications, interview scheduling, offers and pre-employment checks.
• Coordinate onboarding tasks including references, DBS checks and Right to Work checks.
• Prepare accurate employment documentation (offer letters, contracts, and changes to terms and conditions).
• Maintain employee records and data quality across PeopleHR and SharePoint, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
• Manage the shared HR email mailbox.
• Distribute incoming mail and process outgoing correspondence, taking mail to the post box.
• Answer incoming telephone calls, handling routine enquiries and redirecting calls as required.
• Meet and greet visitors and direct to other locations if applicable.

What we’re looking for

• Experience working in an office environment, with strong admin and record-keeping skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Highly organised, accurate and detail-focused, with the ability to juggle tasks and stay calm under pressure.
• Friendly, professional communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Desirable: recruitment/ HR experience, applicant tracking system experience, and knowledge of data protection/GDPR.

Why join us?

• 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
• 6% employer pension contribution (auto-enrolment)
• Full-time, set hours (Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm)
• The chance to build your HR and recruitment experience in a busy, supportive team

Safeguarding and pre-employment checks

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Closing date: 5th April 2026

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

This position may close early if a large volume of applications is received.

HR Recruitment Administrator

Stroud, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

GL5 2QJ

£24,500 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted yesterday

Closing date: 06/04/2026

Job reference: 1303262

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HR Recruitment Administrator

Stroud, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

£24,500 per year