Commercial Services Group is one of the leading providers of procurement and support services to education and public sector customers globally. Serving over 15,000 customers, CSG is committed to providing an excellent customer and user experience underpinned by social value and a committed and empowered workforce.
Location: Reigate, Surrey (hybrid)
Salary/package: £45,000 per annum + 4% commission on gross profit(monthly)
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
Are you ready to lead and drive a high‑performing recruitment team in Surrey? This is your opportunity to shape a growing recruitment function, pushing performance, delivery and results.
Who we are
Connect2Surrey is a specialist recruitment partnership, proudly part of Commercial Services Group(CSG), the UK’s largest local authority owned trading company. Our mission is to deliver outstanding recruitment solutions for Surrey County Council and our partners, ensuring the highest standards of service and social value.
Why this role matters
As the Managing Recruitment Consultant, you will lead a talented team to deliver exceptional recruitment services across both qualified and unqualified care roles. You’ll be pivotal in strengthening our direct fill strategy, supporting Surrey’s vital social care services and ensuring a seamless candidate journey. Your leadership will drive operational excellence, team development and strong client relationships, directly contributing to the success of Connect2Surrey and CSG.
What you’ll be doing
* Lead, motivate and develop a team of Talent Partners and Resourcers.
* Drive direct fill performance and achieve financial targets.
* Oversee recruitment activities across qualified and unqualified care sectors.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with Surrey County Council and stakeholders.
* Continuously review and improve recruitment processes.
* Set, monitor and report on team KPIs and objectives.
* Prepare and deliver reports and presentations to internal and external partners.
What we’re looking for
* Experience managing a recruitment team within an agency, MSP or in-house environment.
* A passion for the recruitment industry and track record of delivering strong recruitment results and team performance.
* Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
* Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities.
* Committed to equality, diversity and continuous improvement.
* Inspires others through expertise, integrity and a can-do approach.
* Holds a full driving licence and access to own vehicle (for travel within Surrey).
What you’ll get in return
* Salary of £45,000 per annum + 4% commission on gross profit
* 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off
* Life assurance cover (4x salary)
* Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution
* Additional benefits including retail and gym discounts, health cash plan and cycle to work scheme
* Volunteer days and access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme
* Tailored learning and development support with real opportunities to progress
Why CSG?
Commercial Services Group (CSG) is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £800 million in revenue and supporting 16,000 education and public sector customers worldwide. With more than 1,800 employees across the UK, France, Dubai and Bangkok, we are working towards becoming the global leader in education and public sector solutions.
We are expanding rapidly, with annual growth of around 25 percent, supported by a blend of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our 33 trading businesses deliver a wide range of services including education management, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and supplies.
CSG is wholly owned by local authorities, and a significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services. Over £77 million has already been returned, reflecting our commitment to combining commercial performance with meaningful social impact.
Inclusion & Accessibility
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process; please let us know if you require any.