Recruitment Manager
Location: Swindon – Delta Business Park
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 uncapped commission team bonuses
About Us
Since 2014, Responsive Personnel has built a reputation as a forward thinking recruitment agency across the industrial, commercial, and hospitality sectors. With a dedicated team of professionals, we’re now expanding our leadership team to drive the next phase of growth in Swindon and beyond.
Our personable approach, combined with deep industry expertise and exceptional responsiveness, has made us the trusted recruitment partner for businesses from local independents to national corporations.
The Role
We’re seeking an experienced Recruitment Manager to lead our consultants, drive sales performance, and take ownership of revenue-generating billing operations. This is a hands-on leadership role, balancing personal billing targets with strategic management responsibilities.
With plans to grow our team by two additional consultants in 2025, you’ll play a pivotal role in scaling our operations while safeguarding the high service standards our clients rely on.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of recruitment consultants
Set and monitor individual and team sales targets
Conduct performance reviews and provide regular coaching
Recruit and onboard new team members
Foster a collaborative, results-driven culture
Sales & Business Development
Drive overall sales performance and revenue growth with the support of our consultants
Develop and implement sales strategies across core sectors
Lead by example in client acquisition and retention
Build trusted relationships that encourage clients to transition to Responsive Personnel
Identify and secure high-value opportunities with key decision makers
Revenue Generation & Billing
Actively contribute to monthly billing targets through personal placements (temp and perm)
Manage key accounts and high-value placements
Drive growth across both temporary and permanent staffing solutions
Oversee team billing operations and performance metrics
Monitor profit margins and implement financial controls
Operational Excellence
Maintain our leading fill rate times for temporary bookings
Ensure compliance with employment legislation and best practice with the support of our Compliance and Payroll Executive
Optimise recruitment processes and systems
Manage escalations and maintain strong client relationships
Oversee candidate quality and retention initiatives
Strategic Planning
Contribute to wider business growth plans
Analyse performance data and market opportunities
Support the MD in achieving profitability and self-sufficiency goals
Champion continuous improvement initiatives
Essential Requirements
2–4 years recruitment management experience
Proven billing track record alongside management duties
Strong sales leadership skills with team management experience
Background in industrial, commercial, or hospitality recruitment
Excellent people development and coaching skills
Strong commercial acumen with P&L awareness
Results-driven with a focus on KPIs and targets
Full Driving Licence and own transport – Business miles reimbursed
Desirable
Experience managing recruitment teams of 5+ consultants
Knowledge of recruitment software and billing systems
Understanding of the Swindon/South West job market
Experience scaling recruitment operations
Professional qualifications (REC, IRP)
What We Offer
Competitive salary £35,000 – £40,000
Uncapped commission on personal billings
Team performance bonuses
Leadership role in an established, profitable agency
Opportunity to shape the growth of an expanding business
Professional development and training
Modern office at Delta Business Park, Swindon (parking excellent transport links)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (flexibility required for client needs and team leadership).
Ready to lead a successful team while driving your own revenue?
Join Responsive Personnel as our Recruitment Manager and play a key role in our growth journey