Willmotts Transport is one of the largest independent warehousing and distribution companies in the South West, based in Waterlip near Shepton Mallet. We are seeking a proactive HR & Recruitment Administrator to join our friendly team, with a strong focus on supporting and driving the recruitment function across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
Recruitment
- Lead the end-to-end recruitment administration process
- Draft and advertise vacancies across appropriate platforms
- Proactively monitor applications, screen CVs, and shortlist candidates
- Liaise closely with hiring managers to coordinate recruitment needs
- Arrange interviews, issue confirmations, and manage candidate communication throughout the process
- Provide timely feedback to candidates, ensuring a positive candidate experience
- Support hiring managers with interview preparation and documentation
Onboarding & Pre-employment
- Coordinate the offer process, including preparing offer letters and contracts
- Carry out all pre-employment checks (right to work, references, etc.)
- Ensure all onboarding documentation is completed, compliant, and electronically filed
- Prepare and coordinate induction schedules for new starters
- Deliver HR inductions, ensuring a strong introduction to the business
HR Administration
- Maintain accurate employee records using HRIS (People HR)
- Log sickness, absence, and general employee data
- Monitor and maintain accurate holiday records
- Add training and competency records to the training portal
- Support general HR administration activities as required
- Manage uniform ordering and distribution
- Respond to HR-related queries and calls professionally
Key Competencies
- Strong administrative background with a clear interest and experience in recruitment
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage candidates and stakeholders professionally
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple vacancies and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Confident working with systems and Microsoft Office Professional, confidential, and candidate-focused approach
Additional Details
- Hours of work Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00
- Workplace Salary Exchange Pension
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Shepton Mallet BA4 4RN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Location:
- Shepton Mallet BA4 4RN (preferred)
Work Location: In person
