Branch Manager

Recruita; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national recruitment agency is seeking a Branch Manager for its Cardiff office. In this role, you will lead a motivated team, manage client relationships, and develop new business opportunities in industrial recruitment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, recruitment experience, and a passion for team development. This position offers a competitive salary and perks, including a car allowance and bonus potential, with a supportive company culture promoting long-term growth and progression.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Flexible client visits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruitment, ideally within the Industrial or high-volume sector.
• Stable career history within the Recruitment Industry.
• Strong knowledge of compliance and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the branch team while managing daily operations.
• Grow existing client relationships and identify new opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with recruitment processes and legislation.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Knowledge of recruitment processes

Business development

Job description

Branch Manager – Recruitment (Industrial / Blue & White Collar)

Location: Cardiff (Outskirts – Free Parking)

Salary: Up to £43,000 DOE + £5,000 Car Allowance + Bonus & Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading national recruitment agency as a Branch Manager, heading up a well-established and profitable branch based in Cardiff. You will inherit a warm desk and take responsibility for managing an experienced service delivery consultant. The current client base is predominantly within the Industrial sector, and the focus of the role will be to continue delivering outstanding service while growing new business across blue- and white-collar recruitment solutions, covering both temporary and permanent recruitment in the local market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop the branch team, setting the standard by leading from the front
• Manage and grow existing client relationships within the Industrial sector
• Identify and secure new business opportunities across blue‑and white‑collar recruitment
• Ensure full compliance with recruitment processes, legislation, and best practice
• Drive a positive, proactive, and collaborative office culture
• Liaise and work with the National BDM on strategic growth initiatives to cross‑sell
• Support sustainable growth, with future hires planned through 2026 and beyond

About You

• Proven experience in recruitment, ideally within the Industrial or high‑volume sector
• Either an experienced Senior Consultant ready to take their first step into management, or an established Branch Manager seeking their next career move
• MUST demonstrate a stable career history within the Recruitment Industry
• Strong knowledge of recruitment processes, compliance, and legislation
• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and commercially focused
• A natural leader with drive and passion to support a team whilst leading by example

Additional Information

• Office‑based 5 days per week, with flexibility for client visits, mapping, and business development activity
• Modern office located on the outskirts of Cardiff with free parking

If you are looking for a leadership role within a respected national agency that offers autonomy, long‑term growth, and genuine career progression, we would love to hear from you.