Junior Recruiter

About the Role

We are a specialist construction recruitment agency seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Recruiter to join our expanding team. The successful candidate will assume responsibility across the full recruitment lifecycle - from the creation of job advertisements and candidate sourcing, through to compliance management and operational support for site teams across London.

This position represents an excellent entry-level opportunity for an individual who is highly organised, professional in their communication, and eager to build a career within the construction recruitment sector. The role offers significant scope for development within a dynamic and fast-growing business.

Key Responsibilities

Job Advertising & Sourcing

• Compose and adapt job advertisements for blue-collar construction roles including general labourers, traffic marshals, hoist operators, and related positions.
• Produce concise, targeted posts for WhatsApp, Facebook, and other relevant social media platforms as required.
• Tailor job advertisements to specific geographical regions.
• Proactively forecast resource requirements and plan advertising activity in advance of upcoming project schemes.

CV Screening & Candidate Management

• Review and evaluate candidate applications against defined job-specific criteria.
• Assist in the preparation of candidate shortlists for live construction roles.
• Develop telephone screening questions and structured call scripts to support the selection process.
• Ensure all applicants are accurately recorded and maintained within the candidate database.

Compliance & Right to Work

• Verify candidate documentation including right-to-work evidence, trade cards, and relevant industry certificates, ensuring authenticity and validity.
• Liaise with the compliance team to ensure all processes and standards are consistently upheld.
• Maintain regular communication with site teams to identify and escalate any concerns or irregularities in a timely manner.

Bookings & Site Engagement

• Prepare and issue booking confirmation correspondence to operatives.
• Produce daily workforce allocation schedules for distribution to site management teams.
• Maintain and update Excel spreadsheets to accurately reflect site worker placements.
• Attend morning labour drop-offs and conduct periodic site visits to engage with the workforce and build professional relationships.

Person Specification

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional manner.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, email communication, and social media platforms.
• Willingness to attend site visits and build effective working relationships with operatives and site managers.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach with a genuine interest in recruitment or the construction industry.
• Prior experience in recruitment, administration, or a customer-facing environment is desirable, though not essential - full training will be provided.

What We Offer

We are committed to the wellbeing and professional development of our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, the successful candidate will benefit from the following:

🏦 Company Pension Scheme

Employer contributions to support your long-term financial security.

💰 Performance Bonus Scheme

Reward for your hard work and contribution to business growth.

🎂 Birthday Day Off

An additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday.

🤝 Team Building Events

Regular team activities to foster a positive and collaborative culture.

☕ Complimentary Coffee

Freshly brewed coffee and hot beverages available throughout the day.

🍎 Free Fresh Fruit

Daily fresh fruit provided in the office to keep you energised.

We are committed to investing in our people. Junior Recruiters who demonstrate drive and dedication will have clearly defined routes to progress into Senior Recruiter, Resourcer, and Account Management positions. Regular performance reviews, structured mentoring, and on-the-job training ensure you are continuously developing your skills and advancing your career within the business.

If you would like to apply, please forward your CV to the following email addresses: paulius.zvikas@madigangill.co.uk and goncalo.rodrigues@madigangill.co.uk