Client Director

Pursuit Resources Group; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Healthcare and well-being plan

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Client Director in Essex to drive business development and manage key client relationships. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in recruitment and business development, with strong commercial acumen and an established regional network. This position offers a competitive salary, bonus structure, and flexible working arrangements. Join a transformational moment in the company's growth and shape your own success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development and recruitment.
• Established network in Essex, Hertfordshire, and London.
• Ability to nurture long-term client partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new client opportunities.
• Develop strategic sales plans to exceed revenue targets.
• Manage senior client relationships with a consultative approach.
• Collaborate with delivery teams to enhance service standards.

Skills

Business development

Account management

Relationship building

Commercial acumen

Excellent communication

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

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Pay Range provided by Pursuit Resources Group

This range is provided by Pursuit Resources Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Salary: up to £70,000 + Bonus + Attractive Benefits (dependent on experience)

Employment Type: Hybrid; Full-time

An Exceptional Opportunity to Drive Growth

Are you a high-performing recruitment professional ready to take the next step in your career? This is your chance to join Pursuit Group at a transformational moment and play a leading role in our ambitious growth plans.

We're seeking a Client Director / Business Development Director, who thrives on winning new business, building lasting client partnerships, and driving commercial success. This isn't just another recruitment role—it’s an opportunity to be at the pinnacle of our growth, shaping strategy and directly influencing our expansion across Essex, London, Hertfordshire, Cambridge, and beyond.

If you have the entrepreneurial drive, recruitment expertise, and regional market knowledge to make an immediate impact, we want to hear from you.

What We're Looking For

We need someone who combines commercial hunger with relationship-building excellence. You'll be:

• A proven business developer with a track record of winning significant new clients and consistently exceeding targets. You know how to identify opportunities, build compelling propositions, and close deals.
• An exceptional account manager who doesn't just win business but grows it. You'll nurture senior-level client relationships, becoming a trusted advisor who understands their challenges and delivers tailored solutions.
• Recruitment-savvy with solid experience in the recruitment industry. You understand the market dynamics, the candidate‑client balance, and how to build sustainable, profitable relationships.
• Regionally connected with experience and ideally an established network across Essex, Hertfordshire, Cambridge, and London. You understand the local business landscape and can hit the ground running.
• Commercially astute and self‑motivated — you're target‑driven, resilient, and energized by the opportunity to own your success and contribute to our strategic direction.

About Us

Pursuit is a leading recruitment agency based in Essex, proudly serving candidates and employers throughout Essex, London, Suffolk, and the Eastern Region. With over 40 years’ recruitment experience and 5,000+ candidates successfully placed, we've built a fantastic reputation for our vast industry expertise and unrivalled professionalism.

We operate two distinct divisions:

• Pursuit Resources specialises in office administration, HR, finance & accountancy, IT support, marketing, and manufacturing roles—from entry‑level to managerial positions.
• Pursuit Executive focuses on senior, board‑level executive placements, led by our MD Lorraine Phair. Our clients rely on us for dedicated service, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional candidates.

We're corporate members of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, upholding the highest standards of service and best practice. Beyond recruitment, we provide value‑added services including Employment Law seminars, management training, assessment and psychometric profiling, and Women in Leadership initiatives.

Responsibilities

Business Development & Sales

• Identify and secure new client opportunities across our target sectors and geographies
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective clients
• Attend networking events, industry forums, and client meetings to expand our market presence across Essex, London, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire

Account Management & Client Partnerships

• Manage senior client relationships with a consultative, partnership‑focused approach
• Understand client challenges deeply and develop tailored talent solutions
• Expand existing accounts through upselling and cross‑selling our services across both divisions
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on recruitment strategy and talent acquisition

Strategic Execution

• Collaborate with our delivery team to ensure exceptional service standards
• Contribute to business strategy, market positioning, and service innovation
• Represent Pursuit Group as a brand ambassador in the marketplace
• Drive continuous improvement in our client acquisition and retention processes
• Strong business development and sales track record — you've successfully won new business and grown accounts
• Strong knowledge of LinkedIn Recruiter
• Account management expertise — you can nurture long‑term client partnerships and deliver value consistently
• Experience in Essex / Hertfordshire / Cambridge / London markets — knowledge of the regional business landscape and established networks highly preferred
• Commercial acumen with the ability to identify opportunities and close deals
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Self‑motivated, target‑driven, and resilient
• Experience in office administration, finance, accountancy, HR, or executive recruitment
• Established client network in our target regions
• Track record at Account Director, Business Development Director, or similar level

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with competitive bonus structure
• Genuine growth opportunity — be part of our expansion story and shape your own success
• Established reputation — leverage our 40+ year track record and strong client relationships
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance
• Membership to a health care and well‑being plan (after 6 months probation)

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Business Development, Sales, and Human Resources

Industries

Human Resources Services

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