Recruitment Administrator

Job details

CPI-96-26

£25,947.47 per annum

£25,947.47 per annum

Sedgefield

Sedgefield

Full-time - Fixed term

About CPI

CPI helps make great ideas and inventions a reality. We’re a team of intelligent people using advances in science and technology to solve the biggest global challenges in healthcare and sustainability.

Through our incredible people and innovation infrastructure, we collaborate with our partners in industry, academia, government, and the investment community to accelerate the development and commercialisation of innovative products.

From health technologies and pharmaceuticals to sustainable food and materials innovations, we turn the entrepreneurial spirit and radical thinking of our people and partners into incredible impact that makes our world a better place.

The role

We are seeking a Recruitment Administrator to join a busy recruitment team on a 6-month temporary assignment, providing essential support across a high-volume recruitment function.

This is a fast-paced, process-driven role that would suit someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a busy environment, and takes pride in delivering excellent customer service. You will play a key role in supporting candidates, hiring managers, and recruitment partners throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a professional and efficient experience for all stakeholders.


What you'll be responsible for:

Recruitment administration
  • Manage recruitment-related enquiries and act as a first point of contact for candidates and hiring managers.

  • Coordinate interviews and support recruitment activities across multiple vacancies.

  • Maintain accurate recruitment records and candidate information.

  • Support onboarding and pre-employment screening processes.

Systems & data management
  • Work extensively with Microsoft Office applications, including:

    • Outlook

    • Excel

    • Microsoft Lists

  • Coordinate and maintain job advertisements across the intranet, careers website, and external online platforms.

  • Raise purchase orders using Microsoft D365.

  • Maintain trackers, records, and recruitment reports.

  • Ensure all data is accurate, up-to-date, and confidential.

Customer service & stakeholder support
  • Deliver a responsive and customer-focused service to candidates, managers, and external partners.

  • Build positive relationships across the business.

  • Keep stakeholders informed throughout the recruitment process.

  • Support the successful delivery of recruitment activities within a fast-paced HR environment.

Administrative support
  • Process recruitment documentation accurately and efficiently.

  • Support invoice processing and purchase order administration.

  • Assist with reporting and recruitment metrics where required.

The person

You are organised, resilient, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly.

You'll bring:

  • Experience working in a busy office or administrative environment.

  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Outlook, Teams and Excel.

  • Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.

  • Strong communication and customer service skills.

  • Confidence using business systems and learning new processes quickly.

Desirable (but not essential):
  • Experience of Microsoft D365 or similar systems.

  • Experience of Microsoft Lists.

  • Experience within recruitment, HR, or administration.

  • Experience processing purchase orders or invoices.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who:
  • Enjoys helping people.

  • Remains calm under pressure.

  • Is positive, proactive, and adaptable.

  • Takes pride in delivering a great service.

The opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised administrator who enjoys working with people and delivering excellent customer service. If you're looking for a busy, varied role where you can make an immediate contribution, we'd love to hear from you.

What does CPI offer you?

At CPI, we offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, this includes:

  • Up to 36 days holiday, including bank holidays – Plus a holiday purchasing scheme.

  • Generous pension scheme.

  • Life assurance and accident insurance schemes.

  • Flexible working.

  • Learning and development opportunities.

  • Free parking.

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Job details

CPI-96-26

£25,947.47 per annum

Sedgefield

Full-time - Fixed term