Recruitment Specialist - Public Sector Organisation | Dublin 8

Job DescriptionRecruitment Specialist - Public Sector Organisation | Dublin 8 A leading Public Sector Organisation is currently seeking an experienced Recruitment Specialist to join its Human Resources team on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Resource Planning Manager, this is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, high-performing recruitment function supporting large-scale, high-volume hiring across a diverse operational environment. This role is ideal for an experienced recruiter who enjoys managing the full recruitment lifecycle, building strong stakeholder relationships, and delivering a first-class candidate experience while ensuring compliance with robust recruitment processes.

The Role As Recruitment Specialist, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment campaigns while supporting workforce planning initiatives across the organisation. You will work closely with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to deliver effective recruitment solutions, coordinate selection processes, and ensure all recruitment activities are carried out in line with organisational policies and legislative requirements. Salary:€51,918.61 - €57,694.94 per annum (DOE) Closing Date: Thursday 6th August, Close of Business Key Responsibilities Manage the full recruitment lifecycle across a variety of positions, from requisition through to onboarding.

Coordinate and administer recruitment campaigns, including interview scheduling, assessments, medicals, reference checks, contract preparation, and pre-employment documentation. Partner with hiring managers to scope roles, develop recruitment strategies, and support effective hiring decisions. Administer recruitment assessments and support structured selection processes.

Maintain accurate recruitment records, databases, and documentation in line with GDPR and data retention requirements. Support recruitment process improvements and contribute to the continuous development of HR systems and practices. Ensure recruitment activities are compliant with organisational policies and legislative requirements.

Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external providers. Support diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and employer attraction campaigns. Provide administrative support to the wider Resource Planning team as required.

Essential Requirements Third-level qualification in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline. Minimum of 2 years' end-to-end recruitment experience, ideally within a high-volume or fast-paced recruitment environment. Strong experience managing multiple recruitment campaigns simultaneously.

Excellent organisational and planning skills with exceptional attention to detail. Strong customer service focus and stakeholder management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and virtual collaboration tools. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines.

Flexibility to travel to various locations as required Desirable Qualification in Ability and Personality Testing (Level A & B). Experience using personality assessment tools such as 16PF. Previous experience recruiting for safety-critical or highly regulated environments.

Experience supporting assessment centres or structured selection methodologies. Why this role? Permanent opportunity within a well-established Public Sector organisation.

Join a collaborative and supportive HR team. Opportunity to manage varied and meaningful recruitment campaigns. Excellent opportunity to further develop your recruitment and stakeholder management expertise.

Work in an organisation committed to continuous improvement, employee development, and delivering high-quality public services. Salary and Contract Permanent position. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Dublin 8 location. To apply, please send your CV to Philly at Lex Consultancy. Please note only candidates that match the minimum job requirements above will be contacted for this role.

Skills: recruitment talent acquisition HR TPBN1_IJ