Recruitment Support Officer

Job description

Job Title: Recruitment Support Officer

Location: Dublin
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st March 2026
Salary: €32,844 to €48,428

About the Role

Orange Recruitment is sourcing on behalf of a public sector client for a highly organised and proactive Recruitment Support Officer. This role is essential in supporting large-scale recruitment campaigns, ensuring smooth onboarding, and maintaining compliance and communication across multiple stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Account Management

• Coordinate and manage high-volume recruitment campaigns, including temporary and emergency staffing.
• Liaise with multiple agencies to ensure timely onboarding and resourcing.
• Support HR/OD Business Partners in delivering recruitment aligned with the organisation’s Workforce Plan.
• Ensure recruitment activities are professional, timely, and compliant with legislation and organisational values.
• Prepare and format job descriptions and application forms; manage advertising and candidate queries.
• Screen applications, prepare shortlists, and coordinate interview scheduling and documentation.
• Communicate outcomes to candidates and maintain a positive candidate experience.

2. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Act as a key liaison with government departments and external partners.
• Provide clear, diplomatic communication and regular updates to internal and external stakeholders.

3. Policy, Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure recruitment processes align with legal frameworks, SLAs, and public sector guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support standardisation of recruitment procedures.

4. Financial & Operational Administration

• Manage recruitment budgets, raise purchase orders, and collaborate with Finance and Procurement teams.
• Maintain records and oversee multiple operational streams simultaneously.

About You

You are an adaptable and detail-focused professional with experience in recruitment coordination, ideally in a public sector or high-volume environment. You communicate effectively, manage multiple priorities, and are committed to delivering high-quality, compliant recruitment support.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in recruitment support or coordination.
• Strong understanding of recruitment legislation and public sector compliance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and operational processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems.

Why Apply Through Orange Recruitment?

Orange Recruitment partners with leading public sector organisations to connect talented professionals with impactful roles. We offer a streamlined application process, dedicated support, and access to meaningful career opportunities.