Recruitment Administrator | Law Firm | £26,228 | Leeds | Permanent Looking for your way into legal recruitment with a firm that will genuinely invest in you? This is a brilliant first step, joining a small, close-knit HR team as they establish their presence in Leeds. The firm A nationally recognised law firm with roots dating back to 1841 and a reputation as an industry leader. Ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers UK, the firm specialises in litigation and dispute resolution, banking, corporate and commercial, construction, employment, housing, real estate, projects and property development. Its teams work cohesively, drawing on specialists from across the firm so clients always have precisely the right minds in the room. Its people are its greatest strength, and it is a place built on trust, deep client relationships and real expertise. The team You will join a small, close-knit HR team that is approachable, hardworking and well respected across the firm. It is a positive, supportive and collaborative environment where your contribution will be noticed. This is also an exciting moment to join: the HR team has, until now, been wholly based in London, and this role marks the start of building the team's footprint in Leeds. You will have regular in-person support and visits from the wider team as you settle in. The role Working closely with the Recruitment Advisor, you will be a key member of the HR team, helping deliver recruitment across the firm for all roles and locations. Your work will include: Monitoring recruitment inboxes, screening and shortlisting candidates Advertising vacancies, updating the careers page and LinkedIn, and posting on job boards Arranging assessments and interviews, booking rooms and managing logistics Supporting Trainee Solicitor and Vacation Scheme recruitment, including Careers Fairs and assessment centres Taking ownership of new joiner onboarding, including references, DBS and Right to Work checks Liaising with agencies, tracking invoices and keeping recruitment records compliant with GDPR What you will bring A 2:1 degree or above, or equivalent Strong administration, organisation and attention to detail Excellent communication skills and an approachable, engaging manner in person and on the phone A self-motivated, can-do attitude and the confidence to work independently Prior experience in a recruitment or resourcing role hiring legal or professional services candidates is advantageous but not required The details Salary: £26,228 Location: Leeds Contract: Permanent Reporting to: Recruitment Advisor Working pattern: 5 days in the office during the 3-month probation period, hours 9am to 5:30pm Travel: some travel to the London office, plus attendance at regional Careers Fairs in Birmingham and Leeds Interview process: one stage, in person at the Leeds office, with the Head of HR joining If you are organised, personable and keen to build a career in recruitment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
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