Senior Recruitment Consultant– Food & Drink Manufacturing
Location: Birmingham - hybrid working pattern
Salary: Up to £45,000
Benefits: Unlimited Annual Leave + Flexible, Hybrid Working + further benefits package.
Are you a 360 recruiter ready to take the next step in your career? This is your opportunity to join Technical Network and take ownership of a thriving desk within the UK’s largest manufacturing market - Food & Drink. You’ll focus on placing both permanent and interim professionals across key disciplines, with the added support of a dedicated Business Development professional to help nurture and grow client relationships. It’s the ideal move for an experienced recruiter who wants to deepen their sector expertise, focus on quality delivery, and make a real impact in one of the fastest-growing areas of manufacturing.
Why This Role?
-End-to-End Ownership: Manage your own client portfolio across Food & Drink Manufacturing, focusing on senior and technical appointments across HR, Quality, Technical, Commercial, and Operations functions.
-Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of experienced consultants, you’ll also benefit from collaborating with a business development consultant within the booming Food & Drink market.
-Career Progression: Build your reputation in a niche and growing market, with clear routes to develop into a Principal Consultant or Team Lead position.
-Flexible Working: Enjoy a hybrid setup — join us in our Birmingham office two days per week (including Mondays) and work remotely for the rest.
-Unlimited Annual Leave: Take the time you need, when you need it. We trust our team to deliver results, not clock hours.
Benefits at a Glance
-Unlimited annual leave
-Private healthcare after one year of service
-Participation in our share scheme to reward long-term success
What You’ll Do
You’ll take responsibility for delivering tailored recruitment solutions to existing and new clients within the Food & Drink Manufacturing industry. From managing contingent and retained search campaigns to placing key hires in growing FMCG businesses, you’ll become a trusted partner who understands the technical and cultural needs of each organisation.
What We’re Looking For
-Proven experience recruiting within food/drink manufacturing sectors, ideally in professional or technical disciplines.
-Strong communication and relationship-building skills with both clients and candidates.
-A delivery-driven approach with a passion for matching talent to opportunity.
-The motivation to grow your expertise and influence within a respected, collaborative network.
About Technical Network
Technical Network, part of the Executive Network Group, has been a trusted name in manufacturing recruitment for over 40 years. Based in Birmingham, we combine market insight, innovative technology, and a supportive culture to help you perform at your best. You’ll benefit from ENG’s shared platforms and partnerships with sister brands including HSE Recruitment Network, Middlemore, Procurement People, and Elite Consultancy — empowering you to connect, collaborate, and succeed.
Interested?
Contact Lauren Howard in confidence:
07527 602260 | ✉️ lauren@executivenetworkgroup.co.uk