Recruitment Consultant

Recruitment Consultant

Employee type

Permanent

Salary

£28000 - £30000/annum bonus, pension, progression

Category

Personnel/Recruitment

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Job Description
We are seeking a driven, commercially minded Recruitment Consultant with a strong focus on sales and business development. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a target-driven environment, enjoys building lasting client relationships, and is motivated by uncapped earning potential. As a Sales-Focused Recruitment Consultant, you will be responsible for generating new business, managing client accounts, and delivering high-quality recruitment solutions. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients while proactively identifying and placing top talent in the market. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Sales * Proactively identify and win new business through cold calling, networking, referrals, and market mapping * Develop and execute strategic sales plans to grow your client portfolio * Build strong, long-term relationships with hiring managers and key decision-makers * Attend client meetings, pitch services, and negotiate terms of business * Achieve and exceed individual revenue and activity targets Recruitment Delivery * Source, screen, and interview candidates using various channels * Manage the end-to-end recruitment process from job brief to placement * Provide consultative advice to clients on market trends, salary benchmarking, and hiring strategies * Maintain strong candidate relationships to build a reliable talent pipeline Account Management * Deliver exceptional service to ensure repeat business * Upsell and cross-sell additional recruitment services * Handle offer negotiations and close placements effectively Key Skills & Experience * Proven experience in recruitment, sales, or business development * Strong track record of achieving or exceeding targets * Confident communicator with excellent negotiation skills * Resilient, self-motivated, and highly driven * Strong organisational and time management skills * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment * has a driving licebce and car What We Offer * Competitive base salary + uncapped commission * Clear progression pathway and career development opportunities * Ongoing training and mentorship * Incentives, bonuses, and team rewards * Supportive and high-performance culture Who This Role Suits This role is ideal for someone who: * Enjoys sales and building client relationships * Is motivated by financial reward and performance targets * Wants autonomy and ownership of their desk * Thrives in a competitive, results-driven environment * will be looking to progress into a senior consultant or manager role Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits