Recruitment Consultant

O'Neill and Brennan; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Neill and Brennan, a leading construction service provider in the UK, seeks an experienced Recruitment Consultant for their Leeds office. This role offers autonomy, a competitive salary with uncapped commission, and opportunities for career progression within a collaborative team. Candidates should have a passion for recruitment and construction alongside proven business development skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary & uncapped commission

Director-led training and mentoring

Fast-track career progression

Hybrid working policy

Vitality Health Insurance & Life Assurance

Mobile phone & laptop

Modern office environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruitment, ideally within construction.
• Confidence in business development and relationship building.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the full recruitment cycle.
• Develop strong candidate relationships and grow client base.
• Deliver a standout service and lead a division.

Skills

Business development

Relationship building

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivation

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Do you have experience as a Recruitment Consultant in the White Collar Construction sector?
Are you looking for a fresh opportunity where you're trusted, empowered, and given real autonomy?
Confident running a 360 desk and ready to make an impact from day one?

Recruitment Consultant / Senior Consutlant - White Collar Construction - Leeds

About Us

At O'Neill & Brennan, we are proud to be one of the UK and Ireland's leading construction industry service providers, with a turnover exceeding £100 million.

With fourteen offices across the UK and Ireland, we've built lasting relationships with top-tier Construction and Development clients, securing spots on some of the most in-demand PSLs across our White Collar, Blue Collar, and Logistics divisions. As we continue to grow, we're on the lookout for driven individuals to join our expanding teams in Leeds or Manchester — helping shape the future of our White Collar Construction business.

The Role.

You'll take ownership of the full recruitment cycle — developing strong candidate relationships, growing your client base, and delivering a standout service. You’ll be joining a collaborative and high-performing team where success is celebrated and ideas are shared. As the go-to expert in your market, this is your opportunity to help lead and grow a division, with real influence and visibility.

Whether you’re already leading from the front or ready to step up — this is a chance to build something exciting, with support that backs you all the way.

The Candidate.

We’re looking for people who bring energy, ambition, and a genuine passion for recruitment and construction. Ideally, you'll bring:

• Proven experience in recruitment, ideally within construction
• Confidence in business development and relationship building
• A consultative, professional approach
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to motivate others
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivation and a proactive attitude
• Leadership experience (a plus, not essential)
• A valid driving licence

What we Offer.

We invest in our people and their success. Here’s what you’ll get:

• Competitive basic salary & uncapped, market-leading commission
• Director-led training and mentoring
• Fast-track career progression with a clear pathway
• Hybrid working policy
• Vitality Health Insurance & Life Assurance
• Mobile phone & laptop
• A vibrant, modern office environment

Sound like you?
If you're ready to hit the ground running, bring fresh energy, and make something your own as part of a collaborative team — we'd love to hear from you!

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation