Recruitment Coordinator

Opportunity Overview

We invite applications for a full-time contract role starting immediately and extending through early 2027. This position is within a national organisation that fosters a collaborative, values-based culture encouraging you to contribute insights and actively support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment requests and oversee job advertising efforts.
• Assist hiring managers with the entire recruitment procedure from sourcing candidates to onboarding.
• Source, evaluate, and shortlist suitable candidates.
• Organize and participate in interviews as needed.
• Perform reference checks and facilitate pre-employment requirements.
• Serve as the primary contact for both candidates and hiring managers.
• Ensure a positive and engaging experience for all candidates.
• Coordinate onboarding processes for new hires.
• Track recruitment activities and generate regular updates and reports.
• Ensure recruitment actions comply with pertinent legislation and internal policies.
• Maintain precise recruitment documentation and applicant tracking system data.
• Identify and recommend enhancements for recruitment procedures and workflows.

Candidates Profile

• Ability to build trustworthy relationships and communicate effectively with diverse individuals.
• Sound judgment and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Capability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain recruitment flow.
• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Capacity to balance competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Adaptability to evolving systems and processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Collaborative work style engaging with various stakeholders.
• Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and culturally sensitive practices.

Prior experience in recruitment or HR coordination is advantageous but not mandatory.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Fixed-term role until early 2027.
• Chance to gain comprehensive experience across the recruitment lifecycle and influence process improvements.
• Extra paid leave during the Christmas to New Year period.
• Engagement in meaningful work within a national organisation.
• Convenient Thorndon location with proximity to public transport and amenities.
• Supportive team atmosphere with interactions across a broad stakeholder base.