Planning & Compliance Consultant – National Distribution
📍 On-site – Based at our Midlands Superhub in Daventry/Crick
💼 Contract Role | Full-Time (40 hours per week)
💰 Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 + up to £2,000 annual commission
About Pertemps
Pertemps is one of the UK’s largest independently owned recruitment solutions providers, with a heritage dating back to 1961. We pride ourselves on delivering innovative, inclusive recruitment solutions across both the public and private sectors, from SMEs to large blue-chip organisations.
Our people are at the heart of our success. We offer clear career progression, ongoing training, and access to recognised qualifications such as REC accreditation and professional registration.
The Role
We are looking for a proactive and commercially aware Planning & Compliance Consultant to support our National Distribution contract. This is a fast-paced, client-facing role where you will manage workforce planning, ensure compliance standards are met, and deliver exceptional service to both clients and candidates.
You will act as a key point of contact, building strong relationships while ensuring operational excellence across recruitment delivery, compliance, and workforce planning activities.
Key Responsibilities
Service Delivery & Performance
Meet and exceed financial, SLA, and KPI targets through high-quality service delivery
Identify new opportunities to maximise revenue and improve service outcomes
Deliver continuous improvement across recruitment and workforce planning processesWorkforce Planning
Resource client weekly labour requirements based on forecasts
Monitor availability versus demand and proactively address potential gaps
Collaborate with recruitment teams to ensure fulfilment of client needsClient & Candidate Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, candidates, and colleagues
Act as the first point of contact for workforce queries including pay, hours, and compliance
Support retention by maintaining engagement throughout assignments
Conduct regular service reviews to measure satisfaction and identify improvement opportunitiesCompliance & Governance
Ensure all processes meet legal, ethical, and internal compliance standards
Maintain accurate records using systems such as ATS, VMS, and payroll platforms
Support driver compliance checks, audits, and post-incident processes
Produce reports, analyse data trends, and provide insights to managementPayroll & Administration
Support weekly payroll processes and ensure accuracy of submitted hours
Liaise with clients and internal teams to resolve discrepancies promptlyAbout You
Experience & Skills
Experience in recruitment, workforce planning, or compliance (training provided if required)
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Commercial awareness with negotiation and problem-solving capability
Good understanding of recruitment processes and employment legislation
Experience in a customer-facing rolePersonal Attributes
Results-driven with a proactive mindset
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Resilient, adaptable, and able to work under pressure
Confident relationship builder with influencing skills
Team player who supports and motivates othersWhat We Offer
Competitive salary and bonus scheme
Career development pathways and professional qualifications
A supportive and inclusive working environment
Opportunities to progress within a leading recruitment organisationWorking Hours
Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:30
Additional out-of-hours escalation support required
Weekend cover during peak periods may be requiredApply Now
If you are a motivated, relationship-driven professional looking to develop your career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you