Recruitment Coordinator [12 month FTC]

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.

At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

We are seeking a Recruitment Coordinator to join our Talent Acquisition team in Dublin in a hybrid capacity [1-2 days per month in the office]. As a Recruitment Coordinator, you will support our talent acquisition activities that help build the teams driving clinical research innovation. This position plays a key role in candidate sourcing, interview coordination, hiring process execution, and candidate experience management. Responsibilities include generating candidate correspondence, scheduling interviews, managing applicant tracking systems, and supporting the full recruitment lifecycle with opportunities to deepen your expertise in talent acquisition and influence hiring outcomes. You'll join a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment focused on making a meaningful impact through building exceptional teams that advance clinical research. This position is a 12 month fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate professional correspondence with candidates and new hires, including offer letters and onboarding communications
• Schedule and coordinate candidate phone, video, and in-person interviews with hiring managers and interview panels
• Process background checks, reference checks, and manage necessary onboarding tasks to support new hire integration
• Manage requisition and candidate workflow in the applicant tracking system (Workday) to ensure accurate candidate tracking and timely communication
• Post requisitions to internal and external job boards to maximize candidate reach and sourcing effectiveness
• Run recruiter and candidate reports to track recruitment metrics, hiring progress, and support data-driven decision making

You'll thrive in this role if you bring:

• Strengths in communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Experience working in human resources, talent acquisition, or a fast-paced business environment
• The ability to collaborate across teams and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• A candidate-focused mindset and strong interpersonal skills
• Comfort working with applicant tracking systems and recruitment software

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field
• 2 years of experience in talent acquisition, human resources, or recruitment support
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive candidate information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research, healthcare, or life sciences environment
• Familiarity with Workday or other enterprise human resources information systems
• Experience with high-volume recruitment or staffing operations

We believe in flexibility, growth, and creating space for people to do their best work. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions help shape the future of clinical research.