Managing Director

Recruitment Pursuits Ltd; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Managing Director - Leading Education Recruitment Agency

Location: Nuneaton & Tamworth
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: 6 figure basic salary + commission

Join a well-established education recruitment agency with over 130 years of combined experience.

Drive business growth using a technology-driven platform to supply schools.

Cultivate strong relationships with key educational organisations across England.

Provide strategic leadership to a talented recruitment team in a collaborative environment.

Enjoy a company car and the potential for shares in the business.

Our client, a leading education recruitment agency, is seeking an experienced Managing Director to spearhead their growth and drive success in the education sector. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned education recruitment professional to make a significant impact and shape the future of the organisation.

Position Overview

As the Managing Director, you will provide strategic leadership and drive business growth by leveraging a technology-driven platform to supply schools with exceptional teachers and support staff. You will be responsible for acquiring new customers and partnerships, cultivating strong relationships with schools, academies, MATs, and educational organisations across England. This pivotal role will require you to personally lead on sales to large MATs, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and addressing any concerns.

Responsibilities

1. Provide strategic leadership and drive business growth using a technology-driven platform to supply schools.
2. Lead the acquisition of new customers and partnerships, leveraging your industry network and market insights.
3. Cultivate strong relationships with schools, academies, MATs, and educational organisations, understanding their staffing needs and providing tailored recruitment solutions.
4. Personally lead on sales to large MATs across England, acting as the primary point of contact for key clients.
5. Address any concerns and ensure high levels of satisfaction among clients.
6. Provide strong leadership to the recruitment team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture.
7. Manage and build a strong recruitment team, driving their performance and development.

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established education recruitment agency that specialises in placing teachers and support staff in primary, secondary, and SEND schools. With over 130 years of combined experience in the education recruitment sector, they have built a reputation for providing a high level of service and delivering exceptional results. The agency prides itself on its core values of transparency, honesty, reliability, and professionalism, which are at the heart of everything they do.

Qualifications

Requirements

1. Extensive experience as an education recruitment professional, with a proven track record of success.
2. Strong network and relationships within the education sector, with the ability to engage with high-level stakeholders.
3. Exceptional business development acumen and sales skills.
4. Excellent management and leadership abilities, with experience in building and leading high-performing teams.
5. Articulate and well-presented, with an endearing personality and the ability to build lasting relationships.
6. Strategic thinker with the ability to drive innovation and growth in a competitive market.

Benefits

1. Competitive six-figure basic salary plus commission.
2. Company car provided.
3. Potential for shares in the business.
4. Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Our client offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you'll be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team. They foster a culture of innovation, transparency, and excellence, empowering their employees to achieve their full potential and make a meaningful impact in the education sector.

How to apply

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