Recruitment Coordinator
| Posting date: | 09 August 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 September 2025 |
| Location: | Manchester, M5 |
| Company: | University of Salford (Personnel) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 273 |
Summary
We’re thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a passionate and proactive HR Administrator to step into the role of Recruitment Co-ordinator.
This is a full-time position with an immediate start (where possible).
As part of our Recruitment Team, you’ll play a key role in attracting top talent to the University. We’re committed to delivering an exceptional candidate experience and ensuring a robust, inclusive selection process.
We’re looking for someone,
- With solid HR administrative experience who takes pride in delivering outstanding customer service to both hiring managers and candidates.
- Who thrives in a fast-paced environment, and able to demonstrate adaptability and resilience under pressure.
- Who maintains high levels of accuracy and attention to detail while managing multiple priorities.
Our Human Resources Directorate is the University’s people-focused hub, overseeing everything from recruitment and onboarding to development, wellbeing, reward, and change management. We’re dedicated to shaping a positive colleague experience—fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to thrive.
In the role you will:
- manage a busy portfolio ensuring all records are accurately maintained and comply with GDPR rules
- own the recruitment process end-to-end—from advertising arranging interviews to contracting and onboarding—ensuring both candidates and hiring managers receive a first-rate service at every stage
- support our commitment to EDI throughout our processes.
- build strong relationships with hiring managers, supporting and guiding them throughout the recruitment process.
- provide support to candidates throughout the process, ensuring timely and responsive communication that reflects a high standard of customer service.
Team working is critical to the way our recruitment team operates. It is a fast-paced environment, but you will join a team of who work closely together and value and respect each other’s input and expertise.
To succeed in this role, you'll need to demonstrate a strong customer focus and the confidence to support and guide hiring managers throughout the recruitment process. Excellent administrative and IT skills along with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain a keen eye for detail are essential.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary- and excellent pension scheme.
- An impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
- The perks!MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
- Wellbeing support- dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities, including discounted gym memberships
We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences.
Closing date 24 August (but may close earlier depending on candidate volume)
Interviews will be held in person on 4 & 5 September
Job Description
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