Senior Recruitment Consultant
19 hours ago
Plymouth
Purpose of the Role The Senior Recruitment Consultant is responsible for managing and developing a profitable desk through effective client relationship management, business development, and high-quality candidate delivery. Key Responsibilities 1. Business Development & Client Management • Proactively identify and win new business opportunities through sales calls, networking, and client visits., • Maintain and develop strong relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business and high satisfaction levels., • Negotiate terms of business and service agreements in line with company policies., • Provide consultative advice to clients on market trends, salary benchmarking, and recruitment strategy. 2. Candidate Attraction & Management • Source, screen, and interview candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, and the company database., • Match candidates effectively to client requirements, ensuring the best fit for both parties., • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from initial brief to placement and aftercare., • Ensure all candidate and client information is handled compliantly and professionally. 3. Desk & Financial Performance • Take ownership of a profitable recruitment desk (both temporary and permanent), • Meet and exceed agreed KPIs, revenue, and margin targets., • Accurately record activity, pipeline, and placements using the CRM system., • Contribute to the overall performance and profitability of the branch/team. 4. Leadership & Team Contribution • Support and mentor Recruitment Consultants, Resourcers, or Trainees where required., • Share best practice and contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment., • Deputise for the Branch Manager when necessary and support branch-wide initiatives. Key Skills & Competencies • Strong business development and sales ability within a recruitment environment., • Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills., • High level of professionalism, integrity, and resilience., • Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills., • Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities., • Results driven, with a proven ability to meet and exceed targets. Experience & Qualifications • Minimum 2 years recruitment experience, • Proven track record of consistent billing and business growth., • Experience managing client accounts and winning new business., • Knowledge of relevant recruitment legislation and compliance requirements., • Proficiency with CRM systems and major job boards. Personal Attributes • Ambitious, self-motivated, and commercially astute., • Team player with a supportive and collaborative mindset., • Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills. JBRP1_UKTJ