Senior Recruitment Consultant - Business Change & Transformation
Location: Manchester or Remote (UK-based)
About Us
We're a specialist recruitment agency focused on placing high-caliber contractors across the full spectrum of organizational change initiatives. From incremental improvements to complete organizational transformations, we support clients in delivering successful change programmes. Our deep understanding of various change methodologies and frameworks has established us as a trusted partner for organizations at every stage of their transformation journey.
The Role
We're seeking an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our expanding team, specializing in placing interim professionals across all types of transformation initiatives:
Developmental Change
1. Process improvement projects
2. Skills enhancement programmes
3. System upgrades and optimization
4. Continuous improvement initiatives
Transitional Change
5. Digital transformation programmes
6. Mergers and acquisitions
7. Organizational restructuring
8. New system implementations
Transformational Change
9. Culture change programmes
10. Operating model redesign
11. Business model transformation
12. Strategic repositioning initiatives
Key Responsibilities
13. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their specific transformation needs across developmental, transitional, and transformational change programmes
14. Develop expertise in various change management frameworks and methodologies, including: ITIL for IT service management COBIT for IT governance Six Sigma for process improvement COSO for risk management Agile and Waterfall methodologies Lean management principles Change management frameworks (ADKAR, Kotter, etc.)
15. Source and engage contractors with expertise in specific frameworks and methodologies based on client requirements
16. Conduct thorough assessments of candidates' experience with different change types and methodologies
17. Maintain an active network of transformation professionals including: Change Management Specialists Process Improvement Experts Six Sigma Black Belts ITIL Practitioners Digital Transformation Consultants Programme Directors Business Analysts PMO Specialists
Required Experience & Skills
18. Minimum 3 years' experience in contract recruitment, preferably within Business Change and Transformation
19. Understanding of various change management methodologies and frameworks
20. Ability to match contractor expertise with specific transformation requirements
21. Proven track record of successful contractor placements across different types of change initiatives
22. Strong understanding of the contract market, IR35 legislation, and contractor engagement models
23. Demonstrated ability to hit and exceed revenue targets consistently
24. Experience in managing contractor extensions and redeployments
25. Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
26. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
27. Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting if desired
Benefits Package
28. Competitive base salary + uncapped commission structure
29. Higher commission percentages for contract placements
30. Flexible working arrangements - choose between our Manchester office or full remote
31. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
32. Private healthcare coverage
33. Professional development budget
34. Enhanced pension scheme
35. Regular team social events and incentive trips
36. Mental health and wellbeing support
Career Development
We believe in growing our own talent. You'll have access to:
37. Comprehensive training in various change management methodologies and frameworks
38. Certification support for relevant professional qualifications
39. Regular updates on emerging transformation trends and methodologies
40. Specialist training in contract recruitment and IR35
41. Clear progression path to Senior/Principal Consultant
42. Leadership development opportunities
43. Industry-specific certifications and courses
How to Apply
If you are ready for the next stage of your recruitment career, contact Barrie Dewhirst in the strictest confidence on 07487 508210or email
Equal Opportunities Employer: We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.