Branch Manager – Take Your Recruitment Career Further
Location: Ipswich | Ref: 30984
Are you a driven recruiter ready to lead from the front? If you thrive on winning business, and making a real impact, this is your opportunity to step up as a Branch Manager. This role would be ideal for a high performing Senior Consultant with no scope for real progression or a recruitment manager with the ambition to excel with a market leader.
What you will get!
* £40k+ OTE (year one)
* Company car or £450/month allowance
* Private healthcare (BUPA) & pension
* Industry-leading training + Advanced Diploma
* 30–33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
* Lifestyle perks & wellbeing support
* Join one of the UK’s leading recruitment businesses
The role
* Lead & develop your team – Set clear goals, coach performance, and build a culture of accountability and success
* Drive business growth – Win new clients, grow existing accounts, and identify cross‑selling opportunities
* Own branch performance – Manage budgets, margins, and KPIs to deliver strong commercial results
* Deliver operational excellence – Oversee daily activity, ensure compliance, and maintain high service standards
* Build relationships – Develop long-term partnerships with clients and support positive experiences for candidates and temporary workers
* Create a strong culture – Lead from the front, recognise success, and keep your team engaged and motivated
What you’ll bring
* Proven track record in a sales focussed fast paced recruitment role
* Commercial awareness – confident managing targets, budgets, and profitability
* People management skills – able to coach, motivate, and develop individuals at different levels
* Strong communication & organisation – able to prioritise, plan, and influence effectively
* Problem‑solving ability – comfortable handling challenges, managing client expectations, and delivering solutions
* IT literacy – confident using systems, dashboards, and Excel
* Full UK driving licence
About Us
Founded in 1991, The Best Connection is one of the UK’s leading providers of flexible workforce solutions. In 2024, we became an Employee‑Owned Trust, ensuring that every member of our team plays a part in our continued success.
With over 80 branches nationwide, we’re known for our personal approach, our dedication to clients and candidates, and a culture where people come first.
Working Hours
* Monday to Friday from 8.00am – 5.00pm with an hour for lunch
Ready to step up?
Apply now – a straightforward, supportive interview process awaits. Take the next step in your career.
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