Recruitment Consultant

Wisdom Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Basildon is seeking an experienced Recruitment Consultant to drive and develop their permanent recruitment division in the Industrial & Driving sector. The role offers a salary of up to £45,000 plus commission with no threshold to earn from the first placement. The ideal candidate will have proven 360 recruitment experience, strong business development skills, and a client-focused approach. This opportunity comes with a supportive team culture and autonomy to grow within a reputable brand.

Benefits

Basic salary up to £45,000

No commission threshold

Commission from 7.5% to 25%

Qualifications

• Proven 360 recruitment experience within Industrial, Driving, Logistics or similar fast-paced sector.
• A genuine love for business development and growing accounts.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify new revenue streams.

Responsibilities

• Driving and developing the permanent recruitment division within Industrial & Driving.
• Managing the full 360 recruitment cycle from BD to placement.
• Building lasting client relationships and delivering a consultative service.

Skills

360 recruitment experience

Business development

Client relationship management

Commercial awareness

Job description

Job Description

Recruitment Consultant

360 Industrial & Driving (Permanent Division)

Location : Basildon, 5 days in the office preferred, potential to offer hybrid working after probation.

Salary : Up to £45,000 DOE + Commission (7.5%–25% with no threshold )

About the Opportunity

We’re representing a long-standing, successful recruitment business with an established track record in the Industrial & Driving sector. Their temporary division is thriving, generating around £18,000 GP per week , backed by an exceptionally loyal client base.

Now, they’re looking to expand their permanent offering and that’s where you come in.

This is a rare chance to step into a warm environment with existing relationships ready to be leveraged. You’ll have the freedom to shape, grow, and truly own the perm desk, with full support from a small and friendly in-house team who love what they do.

If you’re an experienced 360 recruiter with industry knowledge and a passion for business development, this is an outstanding opportunity to build something exciting within a stable, reputable brand.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Driving and developing the permanent recruitment division within Industrial & Driving
• Cross‑selling perm solutions to an extensive and well‑established temp client base
• Managing the full 360 recruitment cycle from BD to placement
• Building lasting client relationships and delivering a genuinely consultative service
• Working collaboratively with a lively, supportive team in a modern office environment

What You’ll Bring

• Proven 360 recruitment experience within Industrial, Driving, Logistics, or a similar fast‑paced sector
• A genuine love for business development, client meetings, and growing accounts
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify new revenue streams
• A confident, people‑focused approach and the ability to thrive in a busy, energetic office
• Drive, ambition, and a passion for delivering results

What’s on Offer

• Basic salary up to £45,000 , depending on experience
• No commission threshold - earn from your very first placement
• Commission from 7.5% up to 25% on billings over £20,000
• Brand new, modern offices based in Basildon
• Onsite parking
• Supportive team culture with a positive, upbeat atmosphere
• The chance to make a significant impact and grow a perm desk with real autonomy
• Wisdom Recruitment acting as an employment agency with regard to this vacancy.

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