Branch Manager - Education Recruitment (Midlands & Birmingham)
Midlands / Birmingham
Starting salary - £60,000 basic + Guaranteed Commission + Uncapped Earnings
Empowering Learning are looking for an experienced and driven Branch Manager to lead our well-established Midlands and Birmingham branch, working alongside an existing team of four.
This is a high-impact leadership role where you will take ownership of a performing region and build on strong foundations already in place.
The Role
You will take full responsibility for the performance and growth of the Midlands and Birmingham branch, leading from the front while developing an established team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and develop an established team of four consultants and compliance staff
Drive branch performance against GP, KPI, and activity targets
Build and maintain strong relationships with schools and Multi-Academy Trusts
Develop new business opportunities across Primary, Secondary, SEND, and Alternative Provision
Support and mentor consultants to maximise performance and progression
Ensure high standards of compliance and safeguarding are maintained
Contribute to wider regional growth strategy
About You
Proven experience within education recruitment
Currently operating at Senior Consultant, Team Leader, or Branch Manager level
Strong billing history and understanding of running a successful desk
Experience managing or mentoring consultants
Commercially driven with a focus on growth
Confident, resilient, and capable of leading from the front
Why Join Empowering Learning?
Established Team & Warm Desk
You are not starting from zero. You will inherit a performing branch with an established team of four, existing clients, and active pipelines.
Genuine Autonomy
You will have the freedom to run the branch as your own business, without unnecessary layers or micro-management.
Guaranteed Commission Support
Financial stability while you embed, with guaranteed commission available during onboarding.
Stronger Margins & Commercial Flexibility
A pragmatic, relationship-led approach that allows you to win and retain business without rigid pricing constraints.
Clear Progression Beyond Branch Level
A genuine pathway into Regional leadership for someone who delivers.
Part of a Wider Group (Including Team Teach)
Access to additional services and training that strengthen your offering to schools and trusts.
Leadership That Understands Billing
You will be supported by leaders who have built desks and grown branches themselves.
What We Offer
£60,000 basic starting salary
Guaranteed commission available
Uncapped commission structure
An established team from day one
Strong leadership support and infrastructureEmpowering Learning offers competitive hourly rates, professional support, and opportunities for CPD.
Empowering Learning is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two professional references.
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