Job Title: Hybrid Recruitment Consultant - NO SALES
Shift Pattern: Mon - Fri 08:00 - 17:00
Salary: 30,000 - 32,500 DOE
Overview
The Hybrid Recruitment Consultant – Logistics & Driving will take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of staffing solutions across our new contract. Combining workforce planning with hands-on recruitment, this role is responsible for attracting, onboarding, and deploying high-quality warehouse and driving staff to meet client demand.
Acting as the key link between clients, operations, and candidates, the consultant will ensure consistent fulfilment, high service levels, and a reliable workforce that supports operational success.
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Key Responsibilities
Workforce Planning & Delivery
* Plan, forecast, and allocate drivers and warehouse operatives to meet daily and weekly client requirements.
* Develop workforce plans aligned with volume forecasts, seasonal trends, and operational needs.
* Ensure optimum workforce utilisation, balancing fulfilment, cost efficiency, and service delivery.
* Proactively manage shift coverage, resolving shortages and last-minute requirements.
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Recruitment & Talent Pipeline
* Source, attract, and recruit warehouse and driving candidates to meet ongoing and future demand.
* Build and maintain a strong pipeline of compliant, work-ready candidates.
* Conduct interviews, registrations, and assessments in line with client requirements.
* Work closely with marketing and resourcing channels to drive candidate flow.
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Client & Stakeholder Management
* Develop strong relationships with on-site and client operational teams.
* Act as the main point of contact for all staffing requirements and day-to-day coordination.
* Ensure service delivery meets or exceeds SLAs and client expectations.
* Provide regular updates on fulfilment levels, challenges, and workforce performance.
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Candidate Management & Engagement
* Coordinate onboarding, inductions, and deployment of candidates.
* Maintain regular communication to ensure attendance, performance, and retention.
* Manage bookings, shift confirmations, and real-time changes.
* Build strong relationships with the workforce to improve engagement and retention.
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Compliance & Administration
* Ensure all candidates meet legal and company compliance standards (Right to Work, licences, CPC, WTD, RT(WT)R).
* Maintain accurate records within CRM and workforce management systems.
* Monitor KPIs such as fulfilment, absence, and attrition.
* Support audits and ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements.
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Performance & Continuous Improvement
* Analyse trends in demand, fill rates, and workforce performance.
* Identify opportunities to improve recruitment efficiency and workforce planning.
* Support implementation of systems, processes, and best practices.
* Work collaboratively with wider recruitment teams to ensure a consistent supply of talent.
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Skills & Competencies
* Strong understanding of logistics, driving, and warehousing environments.
* Proven ability to balance recruitment activity with operational planning.
* Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
* High attention to detail, particularly in compliance and scheduling.
* Proficient in CRM systems, workforce planning tools, and Microsoft Office.
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Qualifications & Experience
* Previous experience in recruitment (logistics/driving preferred) or transport planning.
* Knowledge of driver legislation, WTD, and RT(WT)R regulations.
* Experience managing high-volume temporary workforces.
* Full UK driving licence preferred.
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