Recruitment Administrator

Position: Recruitment Administrator

PKF Brenson Lawlor is a top 15 accounting firm based in Co. Dublin. The firm employs over 100 staff and are continuously growing. PKF Brenson Lawlor specialises in the provision of accounting, auditing, taxation and business advisory services to medium and large clients from a wide variety of business sectors. We are proudly part of the PKF Global network which represents 214 firms across 150 countries worldwide.

We are currently seeking a proactive and ambitious Recruitment Administrator to join our growing team. This is a key role within the firm, you will be involved in the full recruitment lifecycle across a wide range of positions — from graduate and trainee-level roles through to experienced hires.

As part of the Recruitment team, you will work closely with department heads and hiring managers to understand business needs, develop talent pipelines, and attract high-calibre candidates who align with our firm’s culture and values. You will also represent the firm at university events and career fairs, helping to strengthen our employer brand and support our long-term talent strategy.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has recently begun their career in recruitment and is looking to build on their experience in a dynamic, professional environment. If you are enthusiastic, highly organised, personable, and eager to grow your skills while helping connect great talent with the right opportunities, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Draft and publish job descriptions across relevant job boards and platforms
• Manage and monitor the recruitment inbox, ensuring timely responses and follow-ups
• Screen CVs and coordinate interview scheduling in collaboration with hiring managers
• Conduct candidate interviews and support the selection process
• Administer general aptitude and skills assessments to shortlisted candidates
• Carry out reference checks for prospective hires
• Support the onboarding process by coordinating documentation and acting as a point of contact for new joiners
• Build and maintain relationships with universities and participate in graduate recruitment events and career fairs
• Provide administrative support to the HR team on various projects and initiatives
• Assist with additional recruitment and HR-related tasks as needed

Candidate Profile:

• A minimum 2:1 degree in HR, Recruitment, Business, or a related field (preferred but not essential)
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a recruitment or similar role, ideally within a professional or corporate environment
• Knowledge of or experience within the finance/accounting sector is highly desirable
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Fluent in both written and spoken English

Remuneration Package:

• Competitive salary
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual performance review
• Healthcare package
• Income protection
• Death in service
• Pension contribution
• Hybrid working policy
• Sports and social activities
• Summer early Friday finish
• Firm activity days
• Bike to work scheme
• 22 days annual leave

PKF Brenson Lawlor is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer a dynamic work environment where your expertise will be valued, and your professional development will be taken seriously.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Ability to commute/relocate:

• DUBLIN 4, County Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

• recruitment: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person