Job Description

Part of the People & Engagement team, our small but mighty Recruitment team strives to provide a thoughtful, people-centred and inclusive approach to hiring. We are now looking for a warm, organised and proactive Recruitment Coordinator to help us continue the evolution of a high-quality recruitment service across the business.


It's well-suited to someone with experience in recruitment and/or talent sourcing, who enjoys supporting others, managing detail and who wants to have ownership within a value-driven, creative organisation.


In this role, you'll coordinate the full recruitment lifecycle from vacancy approval and advertising through to offer, supporting hiring managers to ensure recruitment runs smoothly and compliantly, while delivering a positive experience for both candidates and colleagues.


You'll also support freelancer (IR35) administration and, once established in the role, will have plenty of opportunities to contribute to wider recruitment improvement initiatives and People projects.

Knowledge, skills and experience

Professional experience working in recruitment/talent acquisition Organisational and administration skills IT confident including ATS and intermediate Excel Communications skills: written, spoken and stakeholder engagement Team player: approachable; helpful; proactive Resilient

Desirable

Talent sourcing using LinkedIn Recruiter Understanding of GDPR

Additional information

The role is a full-time and permanent.

Salary:

30,000 - 34,000 per annum, depending on experience


The role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).


Allocated office days for this role are currently:

Thursdays plus one other day.

This position is eligible for Bloomsbury's Rental Deposit Loan Scheme.



Please apply with a CV addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the 'APPLY NOW' button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by

23:59 Wednesday 11th February 2026

Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications

Bloomsbury Benefits

As well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:


Working Pattern

Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)

Holidays

25 days holiday 3.5 days Christmas company holiday

Other Benefits

Two paid Personal Wellness Days Flexible Fridays - take Friday afternoon off by working an additional 3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week Work Anywhere Fortnight - For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks. Season Ticket Loan Learning & Development

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Free access to LinkedIn Learning, BookMachine Campus, InRehearsal & IPG Skills Hub Share Save Scheme AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance) Ride to Work Scheme Peppy Health App In-house Doctor Eye Care Voucher Scheme EAP Advice and Counselling
For additional benefits see below

Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Bloomsbury is committed to creating a working environment that stimulates creativity and collaboration, is respectful of difference, is inclusive and ethical in its practice, and promotes well-being. We are determined to nurture and develop our employees to reach their highest potential, and we know that our success is down to the passion, commitment and hard work of our talented people. We recognise the urgent need to attract and support applicants from all backgrounds and identities to become part of the global publishing industry, allowing diverse voices to reflect and shape our culture and society.

Address:

50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP

Email:

workwithus@bloomsbury.com