Freelance Recruitment Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a freelance Recruitment Consultant specialized in Banking and Financial Services. This role offers the flexibility to work remotely and allows you to leverage your extensive experience to connect top talent with prestigious clients. If you are proactive and motivated, you will thrive in this dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact client success.

Benefits

Work flexibility

Support from a busy team

Negotiable commissions

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in recruitment, specifically in banking or financial services.
• Strong understanding of recruitment techniques and market trends.
• Ability to work flexibly and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Utilize various sourcing methods to attract top talent.
• Conduct screening and interviews for candidate selection.
• Maintain strong client relationships and understand recruitment needs.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Recruitment processes

Tools

Recruitment software

Job description

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Barbara Houghton Associates Limited

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Due to the nature of our business we are only accepting CVs with a minimum 10 years UK 360 degrees recruitment experience.

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Recruitment Consultant with a strong background in the Banking and or Financial Services sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in recruitment within either Banking, Financial Services, IT or Accountancy domains, demonstrating the ability to deliver high-quality candidates for various roles. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic professional looking to work flexibly while contributing to the success of leading financial institutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Sectors: Banking, Corporate, Private, Investment, Wholesale, Challenger Banks, Wealth/Asset Management, Hedge Funds, Fin Techs, or any other type financial Services, IT or Accountancy fields.

Candidate Sourcing: Utilize a variety of sourcing methods to attract and identify top talent for permanent or interim, temporary, and contract positions.

Client Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their recruitment needs and providing tailored solutions.

Screening and Interviewing: Conduct thorough screening and interviewing processes to ensure candidates meet the required qualifications and fit the organizational culture of our clients.

Market Analysis: Stay updated on industry trends and market conditions to provide clients with insightful advice on recruitment strategies.

Contract Management: Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, including negotiating contract terms and managing the onboarding of successful candidates.

Database Maintenance: Keep accurate and comprehensive records within our recruitment database to ensure efficient and effective candidate tracking and reporting.

Compliance: Keep accurate candidate records and GDPR consents are adhered to.

Candidate screening: Ensure candidates are eligible to apply for jobs regarding ‘Right to work’ in the UK.

Key Requirements:

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in recruitment, specifically within the either banking, financial services, IT or Accountancy Sectors.

Skills: Strong understanding of recruitment processes and techniques, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and proficiency in using recruitment software and databases.

Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of your chosen industry type.

Market Awareness: including awareness of current market trends and regulatory requirements.

Flexibility: Ability to work remotely and manage time effectively to meet deadlines and client expectations.

Why Join Us?

Team: Work with an experienced team of Recruitment consultants, who are passionate about recruitment.

Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere, managing your own schedule and workload.

Impact: Play a crucial role in connecting top talent with leading financial institutions, contributing to the success of both candidates and clients.

Support: Access to a network of industry professionals and ongoing support to help you succeed in your role, no more admin, this will all be taken care of by a busy team of support staff.

Commissions: Negotiable to suit individual’s requirements.

If you are a proactive, self-motivated and dedicated recruitment professional with a passion for the financial services industry, we invite you to apply for this exciting freelance opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of talent acquisition in the Banking and Financial Services sector.