Recruitment Consultant

theo; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

theo is seeking a Recruitment Consultant to join our Loughton, Essex office. You will source top talent, build strong client relationships, and drive business development across automotive vacancies. This role offers training from our Recruitment Manager and a collaborative team environment.

With 2+ years in recruitment, you will excel at organisation, multitasking, and delivering results, while staying adaptable and accountable in a fast-paced setting. Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, office-based role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in recruitment or staffing.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask.
• Polished communication and personable phone manner.
• Hungry for success, flexible, and accountable.
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Source top talent using job boards and boolean searches.
• Send mailshots and use social media to find candidates.
• Build and maintain client and candidate relationships.
• Match candidates to permanent and temporary roles.
• Help drive business development to expand reach.
• Manage recruitment inboxes and screen CVs.
• Conduct phone interviews, schedule meetings, and arrange assessments.
• Perform admin tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Aim to smash productivity targets under pressure.

Skills

Organisation

Multitasking

Communication

Attitude

Tech-savvy

Problem-solving

Memory

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Join theo as a Recruitment Consultant!

Are you a driven Recruitment Consultant craving a fresh challenge? This is your chance to step into the fast lane with theo, the Automotive Recruitment Specialists, proudly partnering with blue-chip companies across the automotive industry.

We're on the hunt for a highly organised and self-motivated individual to join our lively office in Loughton, Essex, where you'll help connect exceptional talent with exciting opportunities.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

What You'll Be Doing:

• Sourcing top talent using job boards (get those Boolean skills ready!)
• Sending mailshots and using social media channels to find candidates.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and candidates.
• Matching exceptional candidates to permanent and temporary vacancies.
• Driving business development to expand our reach.
• Managing recruitment inboxes and screening CVs like a pro.
• Conducting phone interviews, scheduling meetings, and arranging assessments.
• Staying on top of admin tasks (we know, not the fun bit—but vital!)
• Smashing productivity targets and staying cool under pressure.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: 2+ years in recruitment.
• Skills: Organisation, multitasking, and a memory like a steel trap.
• Communication: Polished, articulate, and personable - you make a great impression over the phone and in person.
• Attitude: Hungry for success, flexible, and always willing to go the extra mile.
• Tech-savvy: Confident with social media, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Problem-Solving: Calm, collected, and always accountable.

Why Join theo?

We don't just fill roles; we help people and businesses thrive. You'll receive full training from our Recruitment Manager, plus ongoing technical and soft skills development.

We're a vibrant, supportive team that loves what we do - and we want you to love it too!