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Recruitment Consultant

Job Posted: 8 hours ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ashford, Kent

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Role Overview

We are looking for an organised and proactive Recruitment Consultant to support our recruitment operation through candidate sourcing and payroll administration only. This role does not involve business development or client sales and is ideal for someone who enjoys candidate engagement, compliance, and process-driven work. 
You will play a key role in building and maintaining candidate pipelines while ensuring accurate and timely payroll for temporary and contract workers.

Key Responsibilities

Candidate Sourcing & Engagement

Proactively source candidates using job boards, CV databases, referrals, and social media
Screen and register candidates, including eligibility-to-work checks and compliance documents
Conduct initial telephone interviews to assess suitability and availability
Build and maintain talent pools aligned to current and future requirements
Keep candidate records accurate and up to date on the CRM/ATS
Maintain regular contact with candidates to manage availability and placements

Payroll Administration

Process weekly payroll for temporary and contract workers accurately and on time
Liaise with candidates to resolve payroll queries efficiently
Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, including PAYE, holiday pay, and statutory requirements
Maintain accurate payroll records and reports

Skills & Experience Required

Previous experience in recruitment resourcing, candidate delivery, or payroll administration (preferred)
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Confident communicator with a professional telephone manner
Comfortable working to weekly deadlines
Good IT skills, including CRM/ATS systems and Microsoft Office
Knowledge of payroll processes and compliance (desirable but not essential)

Personal Attributes

Methodical and process-driven
Reliable and dependable
Candidate-focused with a service mindset
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Calm under pressure, especially during payroll deadlines

What We Offer

A focused, non-sales recruitment role
Clear responsibilities and structured workload
Supportive team environment
Training on systems, compliance, and payroll processes
Career development within delivery, compliance, or operations pathways and bonus

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