Job Description
Hours:Monday Friday 8am 4.30pm
Salary: £30-40K plus bonus
Benefits:20 Holidays +BankHolidays, attractive pension scheme,Perkboxmembership, company car
Job Title:Regional Sales Manager
Location:Northampton, UK (Regional travel required)Reporting to:Sales Director / Managing Director
About Quest Employment
Quest Employment is one of the UKs leading recruitment agencies, providing high-quality staffing solutions across industrial, commercial, technical, and professional sectors. With a strong national presence and a reputation for service excellence, we partner with clients to deliver flexible, reliable, and tailored recruitment solutions.
Role Overview
The Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for driving revenue growth across a defined region by developing new business, expanding existing client relationships, and leading regional sales activity. This role plays a key part in delivering Quest Employments commercial strategy while ensuring high standards of service, compliance, and brand representation.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
* Develop and implement a regional sales strategy aligned with Quest Employments overall growth objectives
* Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across temporary, contract, and permanent recruitment services
* Grow revenue and margin from existing key accounts through account development and upselling
* Manage and deliver against regional sales targets and KPIs
Client Relationship Management
* Build strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders
* Act as a senior point of contact for strategic and high-value clients
* Lead negotiations on commercial terms, pricing, and service agreements
* Ensure client satisfaction and retention through regular reviews and service improvement plans
Leadership & Collaboration
* Work closely with Branch Managers and recruitment teams to convert sales opportunities into successful placements
* Coach and support branch-based sales activity, sharing best practice and market insight
* Collaborate with marketing, operations, and compliance teams to ensure a consistent and high-quality client experience
Market & Performance Management
* Monitor regional market trends, competitor activity, and client demand
* Produce accurate sales forecasts, reports, and pipeline updates
* Ensure all sales activity complies with UK employment legislation and internal compliance standards
Skills & Experience
Essential
* Proven experience in a senior sales or business development role within recruitment
* Strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
* Experience managing large, multi-site or regional client portfolios
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the region
Desirable
* Experience working within a high-volume or multi-sector recruitment agency
* Previous responsibility for regional sales strategy or team leadership
* Strong understanding of UK recruitment compliance and legislation
Personal Attributes
* Commercially driven and results-focused
* Confident, credible, and professional when engaging at senior client level
* Highly organised with strong planning and prioritisation skills
* Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer
* Competitive salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure
* Company car or car allowance
* Opportunities for career progression within a national recruitment business
* Supportive, performance-driven culture with ongoing training and development
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