Healthcare Recruitment Director

Acqhired; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Greater London is seeking an experienced leader to drive commercial growth and manage frameworks effectively. The successful candidate will own the recruitment business, implementing strategies across various client types while ensuring compliance and quality standards. This is an opportunity to significantly influence operations and expand the business while working in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and grow the healthcare recruitment business across channels.
• Set and deliver growth plan across revenue streams.
• Lead framework delivery and ensure audit-ready compliance.

Job description

Job Description

Own and grow the healthcare recruitment business across framework and off-framework channels. You’ll lead sales and delivery teams to win work, fill roles / shifts at high volume and quality, protect margin, and ensure audit-ready compliance and clinical governance at all times.

Key Responsibilities

1) Commercial Growth & Strategy

• Set and deliver the growth plan across framework and off-framework revenue streams.
• Build and execute strategy by region, client type (NHS, local authority, private), and service line (nursing, care, AHP, locums, etc.).
• Own pricing and margin strategy, balancing competitiveness with sustainable contribution.

2) Framework Performance & Contract Management

• Lead framework delivery : SLAs, KPIs, rate cards, lot performance, and client governance.
• Drive tender / bid strategy with compelling evidence packs, mobilisations, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure readiness for audits and performance reviews; resolve issues quickly and transparently.

3) Off-Framework Business Development

• Win new off-framework clients and expand existing accounts through relationship-led selling.
• Negotiate commercial terms, service levels, and onboarding pathways.
• Build referral channels and partnerships (MSP / VMS, providers, networks) to increa...