Recruitment Advisor

Company: HCL
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Location: Welwyn Garden City
Job Description:

Recruitment Advisor – 1 year Fixed Term Contract

Location: (Head Office: Mundells, Welwyn Garden City)

Salary Range: £33,443 – £35,285 per Annum (DOE)

Hours: Fixed term contract, 37 hours per week

Contract: 1 year Fixed Term Contract

Reports to: Recruitment & Head Office Training Manager

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Recruitment Advisor to drive our end-to-end hiring process. Working closely with Operations Managers, you will take ownership of filling vacancies efficiently, support candidates throughout their journey, and help reduce our reliance on external recruitment agencies. This role requires travel across multiple sites, so flexibility and a willingness to work across locations is essential.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Proactively manage open vacancies from briefing through to offer, ensuring roles are filled in a timely manner.
  • Screen CVs and shortlist candidates against role requirements.
  • Conduct initial interviews via Microsoft Teams to assess candidate suitability.
  • Arrange and coordinate meetings between candidates and Operations Managers.
  • Assist with and attend face-to-face interviews, supporting hiring managers throughout.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to Operations teams, providing guidance and best-practice support during the recruitment process.
  • Manage onboarding for new starters and maintain accurate recruitment records.
  • Review current agency usage and costs, working with Operations Managers to identify and reduce unnecessary expenditure.

Experience & Requirments: 

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a recruitment, talent acquisition, or HR coordination role.
  • Proven track record of managing end-to-end recruitment 
  • Experience working with or alongside operational teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and MS Teams interviewing.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously.
  • Commercially aware, with experience reviewing and challenging agency costs.

Why Join HCL?

  • Competitive salary
  • Good pension scheme
  • Life assurance & Employee Assistance Programme
  • A values‑driven organisation committed to quality, innovation and community
  • Strong focus on personal development and leadership growth

Travel & Additional requirements: 

  • This role requires travel across multiple sites and locations.
  • A full, valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
  • Business use insurance on your personal vehicle is required (mileage will be reimbursed in line with company policy).

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Closing date 5th June 2026

Posted: May 30th, 2026