Recruitment & HR Administrator – Southampton

About the role

We are looking for two enthusiastic Recruitment & HR Administration Assistants to join our Council HR team in Southampton. This hybrid role offers a dynamic environment where you will support the full recruitment and onboarding lifecycle for a busy public sector organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Process recruitment administration tasks, including job posting, interview scheduling and candidate communication.
• Maintain accurate candidate and hiring manager records in the HR system.
• Prepare and issue onboarding documentation and contracts.
• Respond promptly to queries from candidates, managers and external partners.
• Assist with reporting and data entry to ensure compliance with safe recruitment practices.

Required profile

• Previous experience in recruitment or HR administration (preferred but not mandatory).
• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented setting.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hybrid working model – 1‑2 days in the office per week.
• Competitive hourly rate of £14.92.
• Fixed‑term contract until October 2026 with potential extension.
• Opportunity to develop recruitment expertise within the public sector.