Company Information

Established in 2002, Optima is a privately owner/managed recruitment company delivering temporary and permanent recruitment solutions across 15 sectors of the construction industry.

We operate from 4 locations supplying trades and labour all over the UK to some of the biggest names in the industry.

At Optima we look for four things in our employees: personality, integrity, potential and motivation.  In a nutshell people that are not afraid to work hard and that have the flair, tenacity and attention to detail to develop into successful members of the recruitment team.

We have found through long experience that the best employees begin their careers in the resourcing department, developing their experience through interaction with our contractors and clients. 

As a member of the Optima team you will be trained, coached and mentored to reach your potential and develop your career through Optima’s tiered pathway that leads all the way to the Optima board.

The Role

The dual role of the Payroll Administrator & Resourcer will be split across the week. Monday & Tuesday will consist of payroll duties, followed by the resourcing role on Wednesday to Friday, assisting our most successful team at the Hampton head office. Additionally, general administration requirements will be undertaken throughout the week

Your responsibilities will include:

• Answering calls to register candidates, deal with queries and re-direct calls
• Working closely with your team to ensure all their admin tasks are completed to the highest level
• Develop close working relationships with contractors and clients for payroll purposes ensuring payroll deadlines are met 
• Processing weekly timesheets
• Obtaining identification documents and references for candidates to comply with company policies 
• Confirming candidate work type and correct method of payment via a sub-contractor

Successful applicants will ideally have:

• Strong telephone skills
• Data entry experience preferable 
• Self confidence
• Basic IT skills
• Keen eye for detail 
• A willingness to learn
• A can-do attitude
• The ability to work from 8am – 5.30pm in our Hampton Head office.

Successful applicants can expect:

·         Uncapped bonus scheme

·         Full training

·         25 days holiday plus bank holidays

·         An extra 5 bonus days holiday annually for 100% attendance

·         Company Private Healthcare Policy

·         Dress Down Friday

·         The flexibility to work in different offices

·         Exciting, fast-paced social environment

·         Clear career progression pathway

·         Salary: £22k

Please email your CV to Antony Weir [email protected] & Amie Walpole [email protected] Interview will be held in January with an immediate start available.