Associate Director (Construction Recruitment)

Aspire Rec2Rec; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in London seeks an Associate Director to manage a high-performing desk focused on white collar construction recruitment. The ideal candidate will have proven recruitment experience and a strong track record of achieving billing targets. This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000-£70,000 plus commission, with the opportunity to influence and develop a successful team in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a recruiter in the construction sector.
• Strong track record of achieving or exceeding billing targets.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a recruitment desk for white collar construction roles.
• Develop strategies to drive individual and team billings.
• Build relationships with clients and candidates in the London construction market.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Client relationship management

Leadership skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Job description

Associate Director - White Collar Construction Recruitment

Location: London (5 days in office - 4 & 1 after probation). Salary: £60,000-£70,000 basic + commission. Commission: 10%-30% of monthly billings + team override.

Are you an experienced recruiter in the construction sector, based in London, looking to take the next step in your career? Or a recruiter ready to move into a leadership position but feeling stuck in your current role? This could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Join a company with established relationships with main and sub-contractors, and take control of a RED HOT desk with huge earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a high-performing recruitment desk focused on white collar construction roles.
• Develop and execute strategies to drive individual and team billings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and candidates across the London construction market.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members to maximize performance and professional growth.
• Identify new business opportunities and work closely with management to expand client portfolio.
• Maintain accurate records and reports on all recruitment activity.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a recruiter in the construction sector (white collar roles preferred).
• Strong track record of achieving or exceeding billing targets.
• Experience leading or managing a team is highly desirable, but ambitious individuals looking for a leadership step are also encouraged to apply.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• London-based and able to work in the office as required.

Expectations

• Individual billings: £250K
• Team billings: £750K

Why Join?

• Highly competitive basic salary with uncapped commission.
• Opportunity to step into a leadership role and influence a thriving desk.
• Work for a company with strong industry relationships and a reputation for success.
• Supportive, ambitious, and growth-focused environment.

Please apply and one of our consultants will be in touch