Candidate Manager | Account Manager | Recruitment Agency

Roussos Recruitment; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ROUSSOS Recruitment in Adelaide is seeking a Candidate Manager / Account Manager to deliver high-quality recruitment outcomes. You will build lasting relationships with candidates and clients across Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Property and Civil, guiding candidates from initial contact to placement and beyond.

You will collaborate with consultants and clients to understand hiring needs, identify quality talent and ensure a professional, positive experience throughout the process.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment, candidate management, account management or a relationship-focused role.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with people at different levels.
• Ability to build trust, establish rapport and maintain long-term relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates, understanding their experience and goals.
• Proactively source and engage talent via LinkedIn, SEEK, and networks.
• Partner with clients to understand requirements and identify suitable candidates.
• Manage recruitment assignments from search through to interview coordination and placement.
• Conduct candidate interviews and provide career advice on opportunities and market conditions.
• Keep candidates informed throughout the recruitment process and maintain a professional experience.
• Develop and maintain talent pools for current and future roles.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and follow up.

Skills

Relationship building

Client engagement

Communication

Sourcing talent

Candidate management

Account management

Job description

A relationship-led recruitment role with a focus on people, quality and long-term partnerships.

• Build meaningful relationships with candidates and established clients
• Play a key role in delivering quality recruitment outcomes across specialist industries
• Join a collaborative Adelaide team that values quality over quantity

The opportunity

At ROUSSOS Recruitment, we believe great recruitment starts with great relationships. We take the time to understand our clients, get to know our candidates and connect the right people with the right opportunities.

We are looking for a Candidate Manager / Account Manager to join our team and play an important role in our recruitment delivery and client engagement.

Working across Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Property and Civil, you will partner with our consultants and existing clients to understand hiring needs, identify quality talent and deliver a considered, professional experience from initial conversation through to placement and beyond.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys the people side of recruitment, is confident building relationships and takes pride in delivering a high standard of service. You will have the opportunity to develop your market knowledge, build a strong candidate network and become a trusted contact for both clients and candidates.

What you will be doing

• Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates, understanding their experience, career goals and motivations
• Proactively source and engage talent through LinkedIn, SEEK, our database and professional networks
• Partner with clients to understand their requirements and identify suitable candidates
• Manage recruitment assignments, from initial search and candidate assessment through to interview coordination, offers and placement
• Conduct candidate interviews and provide informed advice on career opportunities, salary expectations and market conditions
• Keep candidates engaged and informed throughout the recruitment process, delivering a positive and professional experience
• Develop and maintain talent pools to support current and future recruitment requirements
• Maintain accurate candidate records and ensure consistent follow-up and aftercare
• Work collaboratively with the wider ROUSSOS team to deliver strong outcomes for our clients and candidates

About you

You are a natural relationship builder who enjoys connecting with people, understanding what motivates them and finding opportunities where they can thrive. You are organised, proactive and comfortable managing competing priorities, while maintaining a high standard of communication and follow-through.

Ideally, you will bring:

• Previous experience in recruitment, candidate management, account management or a relationship-focused role
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with people at different levels
• The ability to build trust, establish rapport and maintain long-term professional relationships
• A proactive approach to sourcing talent, identifying opportunities and solving problems
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
• Commercial awareness and an interest in understanding client needs and industry trends
• A genuine commitment to providing a positive candidate and client experience

Why ROUSSOS?

At ROUSSOS, we are committed to doing recruitment differently. We believe in building genuine relationships, providing honest advice and delivering a level of service that sets us apart.

You will join a specialist team with established client relationships and a strong presence across South Australia's built environment sectors. You will have the opportunity to expand your industry knowledge, build your own professional network and make a tangible contribution to the success of the business.

We value collaboration, accountability and people who take pride in their work. We want you to feel supported to develop your skills, build confidence in your market and make the role your own.

If you enjoy working with people, building lasting relationships and being part of a team that genuinely cares about the outcomes it delivers, we would love to hear from you.

All applications and conversations will be treated with the strictest confidence.