Recruitment Consultant

Reed; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Reed Technology as a Recruitment Consultant, focusing on attracting top talent and driving business growth. You'll engage in client relations, candidate sourcing, and achieve performance targets in a dynamic environment. This role offers the opportunity to work across various sectors, from entry-level to executive roles, with a supportive team and attractive rewards.

Benefits

Golden Ticket Event – Win a Tesla!

Future Stars Programme – Rewards for new starters

Moving Home Leave – Paid time off for relocation

Health Cash Plan – Cashback on healthcare costs

Reward Hub – Discounts with over 1,000 retailers

Buy Extra Annual Leave – Value work-life balance

Dynamic Working – Work from home two days a week

Sales Competitions – Win big prizes

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Competitive and target-driven nature.

Responsibilities

• Proactively generate new business through networking and client meetings.
• Match candidate skills and experience accurately to client vacancies.
• Deliver sales presentations showcasing the company's unique value.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Solution-focused mindset

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Job description

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Reed Technology is a leading specialist in IT and technology recruitment, with over 60 years of experience connecting top talent with innovative organisations across the UK. Our consultants are experts in their fields, each specialising in one of five key practice areas: development and testing, infrastructure and security, business intelligence and data science, project management and business change, and strategy and leadership.

We support a wide range of clients—from start-ups to global enterprises—by providing tailored recruitment solutions for both permanent and contract roles. With access to a growing database of over 500,000 IT professionals and a strong network of passive candidates, we deliver efficient, high-quality hiring outcomes.

About the Role

As a Recruitment Consultant, your primary purpose is to attract top talent and match them to exciting opportunities across contract, temporary and fixed-term vacancies. These roles range from entry-level to executive and director-level positions. A key focus of this role is achieving performance targets and driving new business growth through proactive client engagement and candidate sourcing.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively generate new business through cold calling, networking, and client meetings.
• Deliver engaging sales presentations and tailored proposals that clearly showcase Reed’s unique value.
• Conduct market research to identify hiring trends and strategically promote top candidates to clients.
• Build and maintain strong, consultative relationships with both new and existing clients.
• Understand client recruitment processes and deliver bespoke solutions aligned to their needs.
• Consistently provide a high-quality, client-focused service that exceeds expectations.
• Match candidate skills and experience accurately to client vacancies, ensuring the best fit.
• Advertise roles effectively across job boards, social media, and other relevant platforms.
• Manage candidate expectations and provide clear, supportive guidance throughout the recruitment journey.
• Complete thorough background checks and ensure full compliance with internal systems and processes.
• Respond swiftly to client requirements by placing suitable candidates efficiently.
• Use creative marketing strategies and digital platforms to attract and engage new candidates.
• Build a robust talent pipeline through database searches, referrals, and professional networking.
• Collaborate closely with clients, candidates, and internal teams to ensure successful outcomes.

Required Skills

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Solution-focused mindset with a proactive approach
• Competitive and target-driven nature
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships

Why Join Reed Technology?

At Reed Technology, we believe in rewarding success, supporting well-being, and creating a workplace where people love to grow. Here are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• Golden Ticket Event – One lucky co-member drives away in a Tesla every year!
• Future Stars Programme – Special recognition and rewards for new starters who shine early.
• Moving Home Leave – Paid time off to help ease the stress of relocating.
• Health Cash Plan – Get cashback on everyday healthcare costs including dental, optical, and physiotherapy.
• Reward Hub – Access discounts with over 1,000 retailers and earn cashback on online purchases.
• Buy Extra Annual Leave – Because we value work-life balance and flexibility.
• Dynamic Working – Enjoy the freedom of working from home two days a week.
• Sales Competitions with BIG Prizes – This year’s prize? Taylor Swift Eras Tour tickets in the Reed box at Wembley!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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