Recruitment & Engagement Resourcer Coordinator

Posting date:	16 September 2025
Salary:	£28,000 to £29,500 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	23 September 2025
Location:	Newton Abbot, Devon, tq12 4uh
Remote working:	Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week
Company:	Acorn Recruitment
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	a1WNz000003PQK9MAO_1758033441

Summary

Recruitment & Engagement Resourcer Coordinator

Newton Abbot | Competitive Pay | Monday-Friday, Day Hours | Permanent Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Recruitment & Engagement Resourcer Coordinator to join our client's team in Newton Abbot. This is a key role in supporting the business and its managers across the full front end of the colleague lifecycle. From identifying role requirements across a range of disciplines, to sourcing top talent and coordinating the interview process, through to onboarding and guiding new starters through a successful probation period - this role ensures a smooth and effective hiring journey.

Key Duties:

• Lead and manage the end-to-end resourcing, selection, and onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience.
• Draft and post internal and external job advertisements promptly following approval, ensuring all vacancies are well-positioned to attract the right talent.
• Manage applications effectively, ensuring timely communication and coordination throughout the recruitment process.
• Coordinate interviews, including room bookings, sending confirmations to candidates and interviewers, and ensuring all necessary arrangements are in place.
• Liaise with approved recruitment agencies as needed, maintaining professional relationships and ensuring clear communication on role requirements.
• Respond to candidate enquiries, screen applications, and support hiring managers with the shortlisting process.
• Conduct and complete all required pre-employment checks, ensuring compliance with legal and internal standards.
• Process new starter paperwork, including verifying right-to-work documentation, preparing contracts, and updating personal files accordingly.
• Design and deliver engaging induction programmes, ensuring new starters feel welcomed, supported, and informed from day one.
• Track and monitor probation periods, working with managers to schedule review meetings and gather required documentation.
• Process contract changes, including preparing update forms and issuing letters to confirm changes in terms and conditions.
• Support People Team projects, contributing to wider initiatives that align with the company's People Strategy.
• Collaborate with the People Business Partner and wider team to help deliver strategic goals, including engagement, development, and retention initiatives.
• Maintain accurate recruitment and colleague records, using People systems and trackers to ensure data integrity and reporting.
• Champion best practice in recruitment and onboarding, continuously identifying ways to improve efficiency, inclusivity, and candidate experience.
• Provide additional support to the People Team as required, including general People Team administration and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in managing in-house recruitment processes across a range of roles and functions.
• Working knowledge of employment legislation as it relates to recruitment and hiring practices.
• Highly organised and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written.

What We Offer:

• Permanent role from day one.
• Monday to Friday working hours with up to two days per week working from home.
• Opportunity to gain a CIPD Level 3 qualification while working.

Interested?

Apply today or contact Acorn by Synergie for more information!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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