Manager
Hays Recruitment - London - Accountancy and Finance – Public Sector
We have an exciting internal opportunity for an experienced recruitment leader to take ownership of one of our flagship Public Sector Accountancy & Finance desks in Cheapside. This role offers the chance to lead a high‑performing team, take responsibility for a well‑established market and continue your career journey within one of the most consistent, relationship‑driven areas of our Public Sector business.
If you're ready for a bigger remit, broader influence and the chance to shape a top‑tier desk, this could be the next step in your Hays career.
There are currently 13 people in A&F with a target to build the team up to 16 within the next 3 months. Hays Accountancy & Finance is built on over 50 years of specialist recruitment leadership. As part of a global network of 12,000+ colleagues across 32 countries, you’ll join a supportive, high‑performing team that values collaboration, ambition and doing the right thing.
The Opportunity
This is a Manager‑level position overseeing a team of four experienced Public Sector A&F recruiters, operating across both Permanent and Temporary recruitment. The desk serves Charities, Not‑for‑Profit organisations and Membership Bodies. This is a resilient and commercially rewarding market with strong repeat business.
You’ll be stepping into a warm and reputable area of the business, with the scope to elevate performance, grow revenue and set the long‑term direction of the desk.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Leading & Developing Your Team
* Create a high‑performance environment where consultants are coached, supported and stretched
* Drive team strategy, goal‑setting, performance reviews and development plans
* Role‑model consistency, quality and effective pipeline management
Commercial Ownership
* Manage a dual desk (Perm & Temp) according to your strengths and business needs
* Build and execute a commercial plan for sustainable revenue growth
* Strengthen existing relationships and open new doors within Charities & Memberships
* Maintain a clear view of market trends, demand cycles and opportunities
Recruitment Expertise
* Deliver full 360 recruitment at a senior level
* Provide trusted advice to candidates and clients
* Ensure high standards of compliance, process and customer experience
Strategic Collaboration
* Work closely with senior leadership on business priorities and improvement initiatives
* Influence market approach, best practice and operational excellence within the wider team
What We’re Looking For
You’ll be successful in this role if you:
* Are currently a Business Manager, Manager or operating at an equivalent leadership level
* Bring a proven track record in commercial growth and team leadership
* Have the drive, resilience and people leadership skills to elevate both performance and culture
* Are ambitious about growing your impact within Hays and shaping a market you can truly own
What Hays Offers You
As part of your internal career progression, you’ll benefit from:
* Uncapped commission, paid every 4 weeks
* A warm desk with strong foundations, established client relationships and PSLs
* Major growth potential within London Public Sector
* Access to industry‑leading leadership development programmes
* Hybrid working and flexible hours
* Performance‑based incentives, including international trips
* A collaborative, inclusive culture grounded in trust and ambition
* Opportunities for long-term career mobility across the UK and globally
At Hays, we grow leaders and we support you every step of the way.
Next Steps
If this sounds like your next move, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact or for a confidential conversation.