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Job Title: Senior Recruitment Consultant – Engineering Sector

Location: Swinton - Manchester
Salary: £30000 to £40000 + Commission + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Us:

We are a leading recruitment agency with a strong footprint in the engineering sector. We partner with top-tier clients across [e.g., manufacturing, mechanical, and electrical engineering] to source the best talent for contract and permanent positions. With a track record of success and growth, we’re expanding our team and looking for a passionate, driven Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our engineering division.

Role Summary:

As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment processes within the engineering vertical. You will take ownership of client accounts, grow your desk, and lead by example—delivering high-quality candidates while developing strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

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Manage a 360-degree recruitment process from client acquisition to placement and post-placement follow-up.

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Develop and maintain long-term relationships with new and existing clients in the engineering sector.

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Source, screen, and interview engineering professionals for roles ranging from junior to senior/executive level.

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Use a variety of sourcing tools and techniques including job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, and networking.

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Create job adverts, conduct candidate marketing, and proactively identify recruitment opportunities.

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Negotiate terms of business and manage the full sales cycle with clients.

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Keep up-to-date with industry trends and market changes within the engineering field.

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Mentor junior consultants (if applicable) and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

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Meet and exceed personal and team KPIs, billing targets, and activity goals.

Requirements:

Essential:

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Proven experience in recruitment, ideally within the engineering sector.

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Strong business development skills and a successful track record of building a client base.

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In-depth understanding of the engineering market and relevant job roles (mechanical, electrical, civil, etc.).

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Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

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Proactive, self-motivated, and goal-oriented.

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Familiarity with recruitment tools (ATS, CRM systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards).

Desirable:

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Experience in managing or mentoring junior recruiters.

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Existing client portfolio within engineering.

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Background or qualification in engineering or technical disciplines.

What We Offer:

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Competitive base salary + uncapped commission scheme.

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Onsite Gym, Canteen, Free Parking

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Clear career progression path to Principal or Management roles.

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Regular training and development programs.

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Incentives, bonuses, and team outings