Recruitment Consultant (Perm and Contract)
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Job Title: Recruitment Consultant (Perm or Contract)
Location: Farnborough or Bristol (hybrid)
Are you an experienced 360 recruitment professional with expertise in permanent or contract recruitment and a passion for sourcing the best talent?
Principal People is looking for experienced and driven Recruitment Consultants. You’ll be managing the full recruitment lifecycle across one of these desks (Health, Safety, Environment, Suitability, Fire and Quality Assurance) across several industries.
Who Are We?
At Principal People, we’ve been a leading HSEQ recruitment agency since 1986.
Our purpose is clear: To make the world safer and more sustainable by connecting outstanding professionals with organisations that share the same vision.
As part of the Juhler Group, we have access to resources spanning 33 offices across five countries. We believe in building meaningful, personalised partnerships with both clients and candidates.
With a 96% client satisfaction rate, we’re proud of the long‑lasting relationships we’ve cultivated over the last 35+ years.
Why Join Principal People?
We offer a vibrant, supportive environment where you can thrive and grow. Our values Community, Ethics, and Passion shape everything we do.
Visit our website and Glassdoor to see what our team have to say about working here!
Here’s what you can look forward to:
* Tailored Training and Development: Whether you’re new to recruitment or an experienced consultant, our in‑house and external training programmes will support your growth.
* Clear Progression Pathways: From Recruitment Consultant to Divisional Head, we’re committed to helping you achieve your career goals.
* Competitive Earnings: A generous commission structure, financial incentives, and rewards for high achievers.
* Inspiring Culture: From team holidays to monthly socials and wellness perks, working at Principal People is as fun as it is rewarding.
* Benefits Package: Enjoy hybrid working, private medical insurance, wellbeing allowances, and much more.
Salary and OTE:
* Genuine OTE
About the Role:
As a Recruitment Consultant, you will:
* Manage the entire 360 recruitment lifecycle, from job qualification to post‑placement care, with a focus on contract roles.
* Specialise in Quality Assurance, or Environment & Sustainability, working with clients who are shaping the future of these industries.
* Drive business development by building new client relationships and expanding existing accounts.
What You’ll Do:
Business Development:
* Identify and engage potential clients through cold calls, emails, LinkedIn, and networking.
* Build long‑term partnerships with organisations.
* Research market trends to tailor recruitment strategies to client needs and highlight new opportunities.
* Create and hit your own KPIs for new client acquisition, placements, and revenue.
Recruitment Lifecycle:
* Collaborate with clients to understand detailed job requirements and provide tailored solutions.
* Source great talent through job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, and proactive headhunting techniques.
* Pre‑screen and shortlist candidates, ensuring they meet technical and cultural requirements.
* Manage the interview process, provide candidate preparation, and deliver structured feedback.
Placement and Post‑Placement Care:
* Negotiate offers, address counter‑offer risks, and guide candidates through onboarding.
* Maintain regular communication with clients and candidates, ensuring smooth placements.
* Conduct post‑placement check‑ins at key intervals to ensure satisfaction and address concerns.
What We’re Looking For
* Recruitment Experience: A strong track record of success in a 360‑recruitment role working for an agency for a prolonged period.
* Business Development Skills: A genuine passion and desire to identify, engage, and secure new clients.
* Technology Skills: Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Bullhorn, JobAdder) and sourcing tools like LinkedIn Recruiter.
If this opportunity sounds of interest, please apply today!
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
General Business
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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