Recruitment Business Manager / Executive Recruitment Consultant

Reed; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Business Manager/Executive Recruitment Consultant in Ipswich. The successful candidate will lead a team focusing on Business Support recruitment, aiming to unlock growth potential. The role offers a salary of £30,000 - £43,000, hybrid working, and uncapped bonus opportunities. Ideal for a driven recruiter ready to step into management with proven client relationship skills. Clear career progression and award-winning training programs included.

Benefits

Award-winning training and development

Clear career progression

Uncapped bonus scheme

Long service rewards

Health cash plan

Eco-friendly commuting support

Exclusive Reed Discount Club

Annual incentives

Qualifications

• Proven agency experience in recruitment.
• Self-starter with a strong track record of billing success.
• Leadership potential or existing management experience.

Responsibilities

• Grow your own desk and win new business.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver tailored solutions.
• Attract high-quality candidates through various channels.
• Lead and develop a small team of recruiters.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Business development

Job description

Business Manager/ Executive Recruitment Consultant - Reed Colchester

Location: G4, 159 Princes Street Ground Floor, Connexions, Ipswich IP1 1QJ
Driving Requirement: Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle essential
Hybrid Working: 3-4 days in-office, 1-2 days from home (full-time office-based during induction)
Salary: £30,000 - £43,000 (DOE) + £2,000 car allowance (for managers) + uncapped bonus potential
Contract: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday)

What Is This Role?

We're looking for a driven Senior Recruiter, Team Leader, Lead Recruiter, Principal Recruiter or Recruitment Manager ready to step into a lead recruiter/manager role and spearhead the growth of a small team of recruiters focusing on Business Support recruitment across Colchester and surrounding areas.

You’ll inherit a warm desk and small team with strong potential to bill £500k annually. It hasn’t yet reached its full potential, as it was previously managed on a part‑time basis. This is your opportunity to unlock that growth and make a real impact.

What You’ll be Doing:

• Grow your own desk, win new business, and maximise revenue through effective client and candidate management.
• Build strong client relationships, understanding their hiring needs and delivering tailored recruitment solutions.
• Attract high-quality candidates through adverts, headhunting, networking, and social media, maintaining a strong talent pipeline.
• Lead and develop a team of two recruiters now or in the future.

What's in It for You?

• Award-winning training and development
• Clear career progression with pay rises and promotions up to every 6 months
• Uncapped bonus scheme
• Hybrid working model
• Long service rewards, including paid sabbaticals every 5 years
• Health cash plan
• Eco-friendly commuting support
• High Achievers Club
• Exclusive Reed Discount Club
• Annual incentives with chances to win holidays, tech bundles, and even cars

What We're Looking For

• Proven agency experience in recruitment
• A self-starter with a strong track record of billing success in recruitment
• Leadership potential or existing management experience