Recruitment Consultant
Leicester – Accountancy & Finance
£26,437 – £37,670 + commission!
Your new company
Hays Leicester is home to one of our flagship offices and home to one of our Accountancy & Finance teams in the Midlands. Based in our modern city‑centre location, you’ll be joining a high‑performing group of experienced consultants who operate across the wider Finance market with our Central region.
Due to continued success and strong market demand, we are investing further in our A&F offering. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑respected, high‑performing team with a strong reputation across the region. You’ll have the chance to shape and grow a thriving desk, progress your career, and earn a competitive package with uncapped commission. You’ll also be part of a welcoming, energetic and collaborative team that celebrates success and supports each other.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a consultant to join our Accountancy & Finance division in Leicester, focusing on recruiting for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control and Part‑Qualified Accountant roles.
You’ll be stepping into a high‑value market with the opportunity to grow and develop a desk that specialises in either temporary or permanent recruitment. You’ll nurture long‑standing relationships and partner with a wide range of commercial clients across the region.
You’ll benefit from industry‑leading training, market‑leading tools and technology, and the support of a strong regional network, all designed to help you make a real impact and build a long‑term, successful career.
What can I expect day to day?
As a Recruitment Consultant, you’ll work within the Accountancy & Finance market, supported by colleagues and leaders with deep expertise in transactional and part‑qualified finance recruitment. Your role will include:
* Running a 360 desk, supporting both candidates and clients with their hiring needs
* Providing expert, specialist advice to candidates across transactional and part‑qualified finance roles
* Developing and implementing effective business development strategies
* Managing the end‑to‑end recruitment process
* Leading by example through consistent fee performance, activity and attitude
* Building strong market intelligence and staying ahead of trends
At Hays, your earning potential is directly influenced by your performance. Your drive and dedication will be rewarded in a culture that celebrates success.
What you'll need to succeed
* Commercial, ambitious and innovative mindset
* Passion to succeed in a fast‑paced, inclusive environment
* People‑focused with a strong sales and service mentality
* Confidence in building strong relationships and networks
* Collaborative approach with a growth mindset
* An interest in the Accountancy & Finance market
What you'll get in return
* A culture built on rewarding success, collaboration and high performance
* Industry‑leading technology and a renowned training programme to support rapid career progression
* Flexible hybrid working patterns
* Your birthday off!
* Opportunity to take your career globally
* Incentives and rewards recognising performance locally, regionally and nationally
* A broad range of wellbeing initiatives and benefits
* Referral bonus scheme
* Internal support networks and communities
* Paid volunteering days through our Working for Your Tomorrow initiative
Life at Hays offers growth, varied career paths, exciting challenges and a culture of inclusion that celebrates diversity. As a committed Disability Confident employer, if you’re thinking about a new tomorrow for your career, whatever your background, let’s create it together.