Insurance Recruitment Consultant

Ruth Moran; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Insurance Recruitment Consultant. This role entails managing recruitment processes for insurance roles, maintaining client relationships, and hitting revenue targets. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of recruitment experience in insurance or financial services with strong networking and negotiation skills. Offers a competitive salary with uncapped commission and hybrid work options.

Benefits

Competitive base salary £40,000 - £60,000

Uncapped commission structure

Comprehensive benefits package

Clear career progression opportunities

30 days holiday a year

Tech and marketing support

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in recruitment, preferably within insurance or financial services.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding billing targets.
• Strong network within the general insurance industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients in the insurance sector.
• Source candidates through networking and referrals.
• Manage recruitment lifecycle from job briefing to placement.
• Hit revenue targets while maintaining exceptional service.

Skills

Relationship building

Networking

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

CRM proficiency

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Ruth Moran

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Insurance Recruitment Consultant

Join a Leading Specialist Insurance & Financial Services Recruitment Agency

Are you an experienced recruitment professional looking to advance your career in a dynamic, specialist market? We're seeking a talented Recruitment Consultant to join our clients growing team. Any level of experience is welcome to apply.

About the business

They are a medium sized recruitment agency with multiple locations across the UK, specializing exclusively in the insurance sector, with an established client base including leading insurers, brokers, and underwriting agencies. Their reputation for excellence and deep industry knowledge has made them the go-to partner for insurance professionals and employers alike.

The Role

As a Recruitment Consultant, you'll manage end-to-end recruitment processes for mid to senior-level insurance positions, building and maintaining relationships with both clients and candidates. The role will come with a strong list of clients and lapsed clients to work with, but your proactive approach will be focused on winning new opportunities to forge long lasting business relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients in the insurance sector
• Source high-calibre candidates through various channels including networking, headhunting, and referrals
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from job briefing to placement and aftercare
• Hit and exceed revenue targets while maintaining exceptional service standards
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to team development
• Stay current with insurance industry trends and market movements

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 3 years experience in recruitment, preferably within insurance or other financial services sectors
• Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding billing targets
• Strong network within the general insurance industry
• Excellent relationship building and networking abilities
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills
• Commercial acumen and business development capabilities
• CRM proficiency and strong database management skills

We Offer

• Competitive base salary £40,000 - £60,000 (higher for proven high achievers)
• Uncapped commission structure with OTE £80,000 - £120,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare
• Clear career progression path to principal consultant/team leader
• Regular training and development opportunities
• Modern office in central location
• Hybrid or 100% fully remote working options available
• 30 days holiday a year
• Lots of tech and marketing support

How to Apply

If you're ready to take your recruitment career to the next level within this specialist market, please email or call Barrie Dewhirst at or call 07487508210 in the strictest confidence.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably experienced candidates.