Recruitment Consultant

Nurture Recruitment Jobs; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Manchester seeks a Recruitment Consultant to manage a desk in Engineering & Manufacturing. The ideal candidate has proven recruitment experience, excels in relationship building, and is driven. Offering a competitive salary of £32,000 to £40,000+ plus an excellent commission scheme. This is a unique opportunity to make an impact in a growing office.

Benefits

Excellent Commission Scheme

Extra time off for hitting targets

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment within Industrial, Construction, Trades, or Engineering markets.
• Track record of developing business and client relationships.
• Confident working autonomously within a small team.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage your own Engineering & Manufacturing desk.
• Leverage client relationships to uncover new vacancies.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes.

Skills

Proven experience in recruitment

Ability to develop business

Building strong client relationships

Drive and resilience

Job description

This well-established recruitment agency has been supporting the Manufacturing and Technical sectors for over 20 years. They’ve built long‑term relationships with some of the UK’s leading manufacturers and are now looking to expand their Manchester branch into the Engineering and Manufacturing space.

The Opportunity

As part of this close‑knit team, you’ll have the freedom to shape and grow your own market within the Engineering and Manufacturing sectors. You’ll have access to existing clients across multiple industries, many of which have technical and engineering requirements, giving you a strong foundation to build from.

Whether you’re a 360 Recruitment Consultant ready to take full ownership or a 270 Consultant who thrives on delivery and client development, this is your chance to make a visible impact on the business next growth phase.

What You’ll Be Doing

Building and managing your own Engineering & Manufacturing desk (perm or temp your choice).

Leveraging existing client relationships to uncover new engineering vacancies.

Developing new business through networking, outbound activity, and relationship management.

Managing the end‑to‑end recruitment process, from job brief to placement.

Working closely with an experienced and energetic team of sector specialists.

Contributing to the Manchester branch’s success and helping it reach its full potential.

What They’re Looking For

Proven experience in recruitment - ideally within Industrial, Construction, Trades, or Engineering markets.

A track record of developing business and building strong client relationships.

Someone with drive, resilience, and grit a self‑starter who loves creating opportunities.

Confident working autonomously in a small but ambitious team.

A full UK driving licence is preferred (but not essential).

What’s on Offer

Salary: £32,000 £40,000+ depending on experience + Excellent Commission Scheme

Extra time off for hitting targets.

Development: The chance to shape a new desk and influence the future direction of the Manchester office.