Principal Recruitment Consultant - Construction

Talent Chief Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary DOE

Incentives & bonuses

Extra day off

Charity days

Health plan

Training & development

Supportive team

Job summary

Talent Chief is recruiting a Principal Recruitment Consultant to lead construction placements from Bristol. You’ll build a new desk, win new clients, map the market, and shape the branch’s growth while supporting existing client work.

You’ll identify opportunities, develop long-term relationships in construction, and deliver top-tier candidates. The role includes management of multiple accounts, hands-on team-building as you scale the Bristol operation.

Qualifications

• 360 Agency experience with construction recruitment is a must.
• Strong knowledge of the construction sector and market.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with construction companies and contractors.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and key industry stakeholders.
• Present recruitment solutions and value propositions to prospective clients.
• Understand client staffing requirements and advise on market trends and talent availability.
• Deliver top-tier candidates within the industry to clients.
• Build a robust pipeline of clients and candidates through networking and events.
• Collaborate with other consultants to ensure client needs are met.
• Attend industry events and meetings to enhance visibility and relationships.
• Contribute to marketing initiatives to position the agency as a leading partner in construction.

Skills

Construction recruitment

Business development

Negotiation

Networking

Tools

CRM software

Sales tools

Job description

Principal Recruitment Consultant - Construction

About the job Principal Recruitment Consultant - Construction

• Role: Principal Recruitment Consultant
• Sector: Construction
• Location: Bristol
• Salary: Up to £45k + Commission + Benefits

Who are we working with?

Talent Chief is partnering with a specialist recruitment agency that focuses exclusively on the construction sector. Renowned for connecting high-calibre construction professionals with leading firms across the UK, they pride themselves on industry expertise, integrity, and excellent client service. They are seeking a proactive Principal Recruitment Consultant to drive their growth and expand their client portfolio in the South-West

Founded during the pandemic, the company is going from strength to strength, opening a second office in that time, and looking to expand nationwide over the next few years. They've even won several industry awards for top-tier service, and the existing team's knowledge will give any new staff member the leg up they need.

What are we looking for?

The Company is now set on exploring options for Bristol and the surrounding areas, and is looking for an experienced Construction Recruiter to join them to help open the Bristol Branch.

You will be responsible for identifying new client opportunities, mapping the market, developing long-term relationships within the construction industry, and increasing the agency's market presence, alongside the usual delivery requirements for your clients.

The ideal candidate will have experience in business development within the recruitment and construction sectors.

What is the job?

As a Principal Recruitment Consultant in a construction recruitment agency, your primary focus will be building your own desk from scratch in the Bristol area, whilst simultaneously working alongside the company's other client base that may have a standing in the local area.

You will be calling prospects daily to agree terms and build a candidate base to really offer your clients the best possible service and grow the company's sterling reputation.

In time, when you're at the right level of business, you'll be hands-on in bringing in new team members to the branch and be involved in company strategy meetings to promote further growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with construction companies and contractors.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and key industry stakeholders.
• Present recruitment solutions and value propositions to prospective clients.
• Understand client staffing requirements and advise on market trends and talent availability.
• Deliver on the above with top-tier candidates within the industry.
• Build a robust pipeline of clients and candidates through networking, cold outreach, and industry events.
• Collaborate with other consultants to ensure client needs are met effectively.
• Attend industry events, conferences, and client meetings to enhance visibility and relationships.
• Contribute to marketing and promotional initiatives to position the agency as a leading recruitment partner within construction.

Requirements:

• 360 Agency experience with construction recruitment is a must.
• A full UK driver's license.
• Knowledge of the construction industry clients, roles, and talent market.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Self-motivated with a strategic and entrepreneurial approach.
• A strong network within the construction industry is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts and targets simultaneously.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales tools.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 DOE
• Additional incentives and bonuses
• An additional day off per month if the target is hit.
• 2 charity days per year
• Dedicated health plan
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive, industry-savvy team environment