Recruitment Consultant

Daniel Owen Ltd; Otley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency based in Leeds is seeking an experienced Recruitment Consultant to strengthen its Trades & Labour division. The role offers a competitive salary of £28k-£32k per annum, with OTE of £60k-£80k in the first year. Responsibilities include managing client relationships and the full recruitment cycle. Ideal candidates will have a proven sales or recruitment background and strong communication skills. Benefits include flexible holidays and health care options.

Benefits

23 days holiday per year

Contributory pension

Private health care

Life assurance

Quarterly lunch incentives

Reward trips

Group training sessions

Company-funded qualifications

Personalized financial coaching

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruitment or sales with a track record of results.
• Eager to progress to a managerial role.
• Strong communication skills, both face-to-face and via email.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture client relationships to identify opportunities.
• Source skilled individuals with the right qualifications.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle from negotiations to offers.
• Deliver exceptional service to secure repeat business.

Skills

Client Relationships

Talent Sourcing

Communication Skills

Decision-Making

Job description

Overview

Recruitment Consultant - Trades & Labour - Leeds

Salary: £28k-£32k per annum (DOE). OTE £60k-£80k first year, set to increase after one year of billing. Daniel Owen is looking for an experienced recruitment consultant or sales professional to join the team in our Leeds office.

Daniel Owen has been a leading force in the Trades & Labour sector for 38 years. We are seeking a Recruitment Consultant to join our Leeds office to grow and expand this division further. This is an exceptional opportunity to flourish within our well-established agency and advance into a senior consultant role in the future.

Responsibilities

• Client Relationships: Develop and nurture client relationships, including face-to-face interactions, to identify opportunities and foster growth.
• Talent Sourcing: Source skilled individuals with the right qualifications and experience.
• 360 Recruitment Process: Manage the full recruitment cycle from negotiating terms, through interviews, to offer stages.
• Top-Tier Service: Deliver exceptional service to secure repeat business and strong recommendations.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven Professional: Track record of delivering results in recruitment or sales (any sector).
• Motivated and Ambitious: Eager to progress to a managerial role.
• Excellent Communicator: Strong communication skills, both face-to-face and via email.
• Adaptable: Thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Decision-Maker: Proactive and able to take initiative.

Benefits

• Flexible Benefits: 23 days holiday per year, increasing annually up to year 5, plus a day off for your birthday.
• Health and Well-Being: Contributory pension, private health care, and life assurance.
• Director Incentives: Quarterly lunch incentives.
• Jet-Setters Welcome: Reward trips to locations such as Marbella, Prague & Portugal.
• Learning and Growth: Group sessions and one-to-one training.
• Fast-Track Career: Directors have risen from within the company.
• Company-Funded Qualifications: Training and MIRP Level 4 Management status pursuit opportunities.
• Financial Coaching: Personalised one-to-one coaching with One Financial for financial planning guidance.

How to Apply

If you can see yourself growing and developing within our team, please apply directly or reach out to our Talent Acquisition team for a confidential chat.