Head of Contract Recruitment

Hewett Recruitment; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Contract Recruitment to build and lead a new division. This role requires a proven track record in contract recruitment, ideally in Engineering or IT, with an emphasis on developing new business. The ideal candidate will enjoy flexible working, a competitive salary, and uncapped commission opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Uncapped commission scheme

Private Health Insurance

Retail cashback scheme

Personal Development Plan

Qualifications

• Strong track record in Contract Recruitment, ideally in Engineering or IT.
• Expert knowledge of legislative and compliance requirements in Contract Recruitment.
• Drive to build a successful desk from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow a new Contract Recruitment division.
• Recruit and lead a team of Contract Recruiters.
• Proactively develop new business opportunities.

Skills

Contract Recruitment experience

Business development

Client relationship management

Knowledge of legislative requirements

Proactive networking

Job description

Head of Contract Recruitment

Location: Worcestershire / Gloucestershire / Herefordshire (Hybrid / Flexible)

Salary: £30-45K, with uncapped commission & benefits

"At Hewett Recruitment, we're powered by people and driven by impact. As an award-winning, B Corp Certified business, we're on a mission to transform the way recruitment is done - with people at the centre of every decision. We're looking for dynamic, ambitious leaders who don't just want to run a function, but want to shape, grow, and elevate something incredible. This is your chance to be part of a business that empowers you to build, innovate, and leave a lasting legacy."

We've been recruiting across the Three Counties and beyond for over 40 years, and we're now ready to take our Contract Recruitment offering to the next level. While we've successfully delivered contract placements before, we don't have a dedicated specialist driving it forward. That's where you come in.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Contract Recruiter - ideally with a proven track record in Engineering or IT - to build something from the ground up. You'll have access to our extensive database of existing clients (some of whom already have contract requirements you can tap into), but you'll also need to be proactive, targeting and winning new business to grow the desk.

Once established, this role offers the chance to recruit and lead your own team of Contract Recruiters, shaping and growing an entire Contract Division within Hewett Recruitment.

What you'll bring:

• A strong track record in Contract Recruitment, ideally in Engineering or IT.
• Expert knowledge of the legislative and compliance requirements of Contract Recruitment.
• The drive and tenacity to build a successful desk from scratch.
• Proven success in proactive business development, using a variety of approaches - from the phone to networking to targeted campaigns.
• A passion for delivering exceptional client and candidate experiences.

What we offer:

• 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays), rising with service.
• Flexible working arrangements - core hours of 10 am to 3 pm.
• Hybrid working options - up to 2 days a week from home.
• Generous, uncapped commission scheme.
• Private Health Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Retail cashback scheme.
• Quarterly company-wide events and ad hoc socials.
• Your own Personal Development Plan with ongoing support.

If you're ready for the challenge - and the reward - of creating and leading a brand-new Contract Recruitment division, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and let's build something great together.

Hewett Recruitment believes in doing business the right way, providing Good Work and following an ethical approach that has a proactive and positive impact on people. Diversity drives creativity and improved decision-making within our business. We encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and levels of experience.