Recruitment Administrator (Early Careers) - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Knight Frank

  • London
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Who are weAt Knight Frank, we work responsibly in partnership to enhance people’s lives and environments. Founded in 1896 and headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. After 128 years we are now located in over 50 Territories, 740+ Offices, 27,000+ People, with 1 Global Network.At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals.A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated.In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together. Learn more about what sets us apart .About The RoleKnight Frank is looking to hire an Early Careers Recruitment Administrator to support our Early Careers team during the busy 2025/26 recruitment season on a 6 Month FTC.We are the world’s leading independent international property consultancy, headquartered in the UK, offering agency and professional advice across Commercial, Residential and Rural sectors. Established in 1896, Knight Frank now comprises a global network of over 20,000 people in 600+ Offices across 50 Territories.Why Knight Frank?Role:
Provide hands-on recruitment support during the peak Early Careers campaign (Oct 2025–Apr 2026), assisting with high-volume activities such as application screening and interview coordination. Work closely with the Early Careers team and key stakeholders to ensure a smooth selection process and excellent candidate experience throughout the full recruitment lifecycle.Responsibilities:
  • Providing hands-on recruitment support during the busiest period of the Early Careers campaign (October 2025 – April 2026).
  • Supporting the delivery of a high-quality candidate experience across our graduate and intern recruitment processes.
  • Assisting with high-volume recruitment activities, including screening applications and coordinating logistics.
  • Working closely with the Early Careers team to ensure a smooth and efficient selection process.
  • Gaining exposure to the full recruitment lifecycle, from application through to offer and onboarding.
  • Collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate communication with candidates.
  • Playing a vital role in maintaining organisation and momentum during a fast-paced recruitment season.
  • Screening candidate applications using defined criteria to ensure fairness and consistency.
  • Managing and responding to high volumes of candidate queries via the Early Careers inbox.
  • Supporting the scheduling, coordination, and logistics of assessment centres (e.g. organising assessors, managing invites, preparing materials).
  • Maintaining accurate recruitment records, tracking application outcomes and pipeline metrics.
  • Assisting with onboarding tasks such as Right to Work checks and administration processes like candidate expense reimbursement.
  • Helping to prepare candidate communications and assessment feedback.
  • Supporting the Early Careers team on other administrative and ad hoc tasks as required.
Key Experience Required:
  • A keen interest in early careers, recruitment, HR.
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
  • Confident communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
  • Previous administrative experience is desirable, especially within a people-focused environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Competitive salaryPlease note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.

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