Contract Recruiter - Renewables

Hilman & Co.; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a motivated Contract Recruiter to join their Renewables team in Bristol. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000 and allows for hybrid working arrangements. The role involves managing recruitment processes, building candidate relationships, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Ideal candidates will have a background in recruitment and a strong interest in the renewables sector.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Uncapped commission scheme

Overseas working opportunities

Regular company socials

Qualifications

• Previous recruitment experience, preferably in a contract desk.
• Strong knowledge of compliance in contract recruitment.
• Track record of meeting billing targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end contract recruitment processes.
• Build candidate pipelines for client demand in Renewables.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure service delivery.

Skills

Contract recruitment expertise

Client relationship management

Compliance knowledge (CIS, IR35)

Communication skills

Job description

Salary: Up to £40,000K base + OTE

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Benefits

• 32 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• 1 celebration day (e.g. birthday or personal event)
• Extra 1-day annual leave for every year of service (up to 4 years)
• Hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days remote once probation is completed)
• Overseas working opportunities
• Uncapped commission scheme plus quarterly and annual bonuses
• Cycle2work scheme
• Tech scheme
• Regular company socials and events
• Holiday incentives for top performers

Are you a motivated recruiter with a background in contracts or contingent workforce solutions? MDE Group is looking for a Contract Recruiter to join our established Renewables team in Bristol.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the fastest-growing industries, placing skilled professionals into projects that are shaping the future of clean energy. We are open to sector swaps, so whether your experience is in construction, blue collar, or technical recruitment, your skills could be a perfect fit for this high-growth market.

About MDE Group

MDE Group is a specialist recruitment agency focused on energy, engineering, and industrial markets. With deep expertise and a strong presence in the renewables sector, we partner with leading clients worldwide to deliver talent solutions that support critical projects. Our consultants benefit from a supportive structure, advanced tools, and the opportunity to develop into true market specialists.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract recruitment processes end-to-end, from sourcing to placement and contractor management
• Build strong candidate pipelines to meet client demand in the Renewables sector
• Engage and maintain relationships with clients, ensuring excellent service delivery
• Explore opportunities for business development and sector growth
• Ensure compliance with contract recruitment regulations, including CIS and IR35
• Collaborate with the wider Renewables team to drive success across the desk

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Recruitment Consultant (contract desk experience preferred)
• Open to candidates from Construction, Blue Collar, or related recruitment backgrounds
• Strong knowledge of compliance in contract recruitment (CIS, IR35)
• Track record of delivering against billing targets
• Excellent communication, organisation, and relationship-building skills
• Interest in moving into the fast-growing Renewables industry

How To Apply

If you\'re ready to take your contract recruitment expertise into a booming market and make a real impact, apply today with your CV and cover letter via our website: MDE Group Careers.