Recruitment Coordinator

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) invites applications for the Recruitment Coordinator role within our permanent in-house Talent Acquisition Team. The position is based at Southampton General Hospital, with a flexible blend of office and home working.

• Advertise vacancies, long‑list candidates and manage job advertisements.
• Coordinate interviews and prepare interview briefs for hiring managers.
• Conduct offer calls, prepare offer letters and negotiate starting salaries.
• Provide high‑quality customer service to candidates and hiring managers, responding to queries promptly.
• Assist with recruitment campaigns, social media content and other projects as required.
• Maintain accurate recruitment data, using MS Office (particularly Excel) and modern digital tools.

Essential Criteria

• Diploma or Level 4 (or equivalent) education.
• Previous experience in an operational recruitment or resourcing role, including initial screening of candidates.
• Ability to build effective relationships with managers, staff and external organisations.
• Experience delivering training sessions.
• Knowledge of pre‑employment check compliance.
• Pragmatic decision‑making skills relating to recruitment.

Desirable Criteria

• Level 3 or Level 5 CIPD qualification.

• Flexible working options – office and home based, reviewed during interview.
• Collaborative team culture with opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Career development and growth within a leading healthcare organisation.
• On‑site amenities including cafeteria, staff‑only rooftop terrace, gym and wellbeing hub.
• Competitive NHS benefits: minimum 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), pension scheme and NHS discounts.

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

UHS is an equal opportunities employer committed to an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where all employees feel valued, safe and empowered. Applications from all backgrounds, identities and experiences are welcomed.