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Recruiting Assistant
Location: Central Southampton (office based role)
Hours: 32–40 hours per week
We’re looking for a proactive and organised Recruiting Assistant to support our growing recruitment team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to build a career in recruitment.
What you’ll be doing
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Supporting recruiters with day-to-day hiring activity
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Screening CVs and shortlisting candidates
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Coordinating interviews and managing diaries
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Posting job adverts and updating recruitment systems
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Maintaining accurate candidate and client records
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Assisting with candidate communication and follow-ups
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Supporting onboarding and compliance processes
What we’re looking for
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Strong organisation and attention to detail
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Confident written and verbal communication skills
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Comfortable using Microsoft Office and online systems
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Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
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A positive, professional attitude
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Previous admin, HR, or recruitment experience is helpful but not essential
What you’ll get
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A supportive team environment
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Hands-on exposure to the full recruitment lifecycle
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Training and development opportunities
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Competitive hourly rate (depending on experience)
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Clear progression opportunities for the right person
If you’re based in or around Southampton and looking for a role where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you