Recruitment Assistant

Job Title: Recruitment Assistant
Duration: 12 months (possibility of going perm in the future)
Location: Bristol/Hybrid (twice per week in the office)
Salary: £19.30 per hour PAYE
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.
Are you a driven and ambitious individual with excellent communication and organisational skills? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy building relationships with key stakeholders? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our vibrant Recruitment team based in Bristol.
As the Recruitment Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing professional recruitment services to internal and external stakeholders while supporting our Recruitment Coordinators. Working under the guidance of the Recruitment Manager, you will contribute to the success of our team by performing various recruitment duties and ensuring a smooth and efficient recruitment process.
Main Responsibilities:

• Schedule interviews, update calendars, and handle phone calls and emails related to recruitment.


• Quickly familiarise yourself with our team processes and business model to effectively respond to general recruitment queries.


• Facilitate the sharing of vacancies between our client and NG Group.


• Collaborate closely with the Recruitment Coordinators to maintain the candidate database and handle necessary paperwork.


• Prepare and post job advertisements online, with a particular focus on LinkedIn.


• Manage the collation and sharing of feedback when appropriate.


• Follow up with candidates throughout the recruitment process and provide assistance during interviews.


• Confirm interview arrangements with candidates and resolve any issues promptly.


• Take ownership of all temporary roles via our onsite MSP, Pontoon.


• Update databases, applicant tracking system, timetables, and action change requirements.

Candidate Requirements:

• Strong drive and determination to excel in this role.


• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders.


• Excellent administrative and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.


• Proactive and adaptable, with a willingness to embrace change and contribute ideas for improvement.


• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite.


• Experience working in a confidential environment with sensitive information.

If you are enthusiastic about recruitment, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and want to contribute to the success of our client, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your application today and take the first step towards an exciting career as our Recruitment Assistant.
How to Apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Candidates should ideally demonstrate evidence of the above responsibilities in their CV to be considered.
Please note that if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, your application may not have been successful on this occasion. However, we may keep your details on file for future vacancies and contact you accordingly.
Pontoon is an equal opportunities employer and an employment consultancy.