Job Description
Branch Manager – Sales & Business Growth Leader
Birmingham (Solihull) – Hybrid working (3 days office attendance)
Salary: £40,000 + car allowance + uncapped commission
Driving licence essential
Are you a commercially driven leader with a passion for building, scaling and transforming businesses?
Do you thrive on identifying growth opportunities, developing strategic plans and leading from the front to deliver sustainable revenue growth?
Manpower is looking for an ambitious Branch Manager to lead our Birmingham operation. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who sees beyond day-to-day recruitment delivery and is excited by the challenge of growing market share, expanding client partnerships and creating a clear roadmap for future business success.
You'll take ownership of an established and successful branch, with the autonomy to develop and execute a growth strategy across our temporary and permanent recruitment solutions within driving, logistics, manufacturing and commercial sectors.
If you're commercially minded, analytically driven and motivated by building successful businesses, we'd love to hear from you.
Why This Role Matters
This role is about much more than managing a recruitment branch.
As Branch Manager, you will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities, developing strategic business plans and creating a high-performance sales culture that delivers sustainable revenue and profit growth.
You'll work closely with clients, prospects and internal stakeholders to strengthen our position in the market, unlock new revenue streams and drive long-term commercial success.
This is an opportunity to shape the future of the business, influence regional strategy and leave a lasting impact on a well-established operation.
What You'll Be Doing
* Drive Business Growth & Market Expansion
* Develop and execute a clear business growth strategy for the region
* Identify new market opportunities, sector growth areas and emerging client needs
* Create and implement business development plans that drive revenue, profitability and market share
* Build and maintain a strong pipeline of strategic opportunities across temporary and permanent recruitment solutions
* Lead from the front in securing new business and growing existing accounts
* Strengthen the branch's presence and reputation within the local market
Commercial Leadership
* Take full ownership of branch financial performance, including revenue growth, profitability and budget delivery
* Analyse market trends, competitor activity and business performance data to inform strategic decisions
* Develop forecasting models and growth plans that support long-term business objectives
* Drive a culture focused on commercial performance, accountability and results
* Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency and profitability across the operation
Build High-Performing Teams
* Inspire, coach and develop a commercially focused team
* Create a high-performance sales culture where consultants are empowered to maximise opportunities
* Develop future leaders and build succession plans for continued growth
* Encourage innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement across the business
Strategic Planning & Operational Excellence
* Translate business objectives into actionable growth plans
* Use data, analytics and market intelligence to guide decision-making
* Partner with operational and support functions to ensure scalable, efficient delivery
* Continuously review business performance and adapt strategies to maximise growth opportunities
Who We're Looking For
* We'd love to speak to you if you are:
* An experienced recruitment leader, sales leader or business manager with a proven track record of growing and scaling a business
* A commercially astute professional who enjoys identifying opportunities and turning strategy into results
* Experienced in business development, account growth and revenue generation
* Comfortable analysing business performance and using data to shape future plans
* A confident relationship builder who can influence stakeholders at all levels
* Passionate about developing high-performing teams and creating a strong sales culture
* Entrepreneurial in your approach, with the drive to challenge the status quo and deliver growth
* Experienced within recruitment, staffing or workforce solutions (preferred)
What Success Looks Like
* Increased market share across key sectors
* Consistent revenue and GP growth
* Strong pipeline of new business opportunities
* High-performing, commercially focused team
* Strategic growth plans successfully delivered
* Enhanced regional presence and client engagement
* Sustainable, long-term business expansion
What we offer:
* Uncapped earning potential: Competitive salary, commission and performance bonuses
* Career progression: Clear pathways to leadership and beyond - as part of ManpowerGroup, benefit from endless opportunities to develop your career across the UK and globally
* A high-performance culture: Recognition, rewards and a collaborative team that celebrates success
* Industry-leading training: Enhanced digital learning, coaching and leadership development
* Work-life balance: 24 days’ holiday (rising to 27), your birthday off and early finish Friday each month
* Health & wellbeing: Flexible benefits for private medical, dental, gym memberships and more.
About Manpower
Manpower is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent recruitment, helping organisations stay agile in a changing world of work. Our reputation is built on trust, integrity and a deep commitment to people - from our clients and candidates to our colleagues and communities.
We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone belongs and every voice is valued.
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re driven, people‑focused and excited by the opportunity to lead a region and grow a team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and build a meaningful leadership career with Manpower.