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Senior consultant - upstream oil & gas, permanent recruitment & executive search

Edinburgh
Permanent
WeConnect Energy
Consultant
Posted: 12 July
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Job Description

WeConnect Energy is a leading provider of specialist recruitment and contracting solutions tailored for the global Energy sector, focusing on Upstream Oil & Gas, Corporate, Low Carbon, and Renewables markets. Established in 2008, our company prides itself on integrity, honesty, and reliability, while consistently delivering outstanding results.
Role Summary:
The role of the Senior Consultant is pivotal in aiding our business growth by successfully placing technical and commercial senior professionals across the Upstream Oil & Gas industry. This position entails driving candidate and client relations, while managing the recruitment process from inception to completion (360 recruitment).
The position will focus on permanent recruitment and retained/executive search assignments in the Upstream Oil & Gas industry, specialising at senior technical, commercial and corporate levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Candidate Generation:

* Actively source and attract qualified candidates across specified disciplines.
* Manage your own recruitment desk and develop market expertise.
* Conduct headhunting for open vacancies, including pre-screening and reference checks.
* Ensure accurate and efficient candidate database management.
* Submit qualified candidate CVs and shortlists in a timely manner.
* Provide regular feedback to candidates throughout the recruitment process.
* Oversee the entire recruitment life cycle from submission through to offer acceptance.

Client Relations:
* Maintain and enhance existing client relationships.
* Conduct effective business development to secure new clients.
* Negotiate and finalize client contracts.
* Engage with HR/Internal Recruitment, Technical Management & Senior Executives.
* Ensure accurate management of client accounts.
* Monitor client activities and potential recruitment needs.
* Independently present relevant data to clients.
* Manage the recruitment process from a client perspective, ensuring satisfaction throughout.

Desired Competencies & Capabilities:
Competencies:
* Resourcing & Researching
* Process Management
* Achieving Targets
* Sales (Business Development / Client Development)
* Personal Effectiveness

Capabilities:
* Proficient in managing a recruitment desk.
* Client account management and deal closure.
* Ability to build and enhance market expertise.
* Independently present data to clients.
* Strengthen personal brand and professional network.

Skills & Experience:
* University degree.
* Minimum of 3 years' experience in recruitment.
* Full clean driving licence.
* Willingness to travel as needed.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
* Confident and persuasive telephone manner.
* Creative and innovative approach to recruitment.
* Organized, self-motivated, and proactive.
* Strong networking abilities.
* Professional demeanour with commercial awareness.
* Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
* Effective in providing constructive feedback.
* Skilled in accurate record keeping.

Benefits:
* Uncapped Commission
* Two Paid Volunteering Days per Year
* Pension Scheme
* Private Medical Insurance
* Cycle to Work Scheme

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