Recruitment Consultant - Engineering & Manufacturing

Mercury Hampton Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a dynamic Technical & Engineering Recruiter to join its award-winning team in the United Kingdom. This position offers a competitive salary of £30,000 - £40,000 plus uncapped commission, with the potential to earn between £50,000 and £120,000 OTE. Ideal candidates will have proven success in technical recruitment, excellent negotiation skills, and a relationship-focused approach. Join us to shape the future of technical talent acquisition globally.

Benefits

Healthcare

Pension

Quarterly incentives

Career development

Annual company trip to Majorca

Qualifications

• Proven success in recruitment, especially in technical or STEM fields.
• Consultative approach with strong relationship-building skills.
• Ambitious and result-oriented individual.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate relationships with stakeholders in engineering sectors.
• Design and implement recruitment strategies for global talent.
• Manage the complete recruitment lifecycle from outreach to onboarding.

Skills

360 recruitment experience

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

Location: Warrington HQ

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + Uncapped Commission (OTE £50,000 - £120,000)

Benefits: Healthcare, pension, quarterly incentives, career development, annual company trip to Majorca

Mercury Hampton is seeking a dynamic Technical & Engineering Recruiter to join its award-winning team. This position is ideal for ambitious recruiters passionate about driving global talent acquisition in advanced STEM industries, leveraging Mercury Hampton’s innovative recruitment technology and digital solutions.

About Mercury Hampton

Mercury Hampton partners with top engineering and technical companies worldwide, providing a full spectrum of 26 specialist recruitment and talent solutions, including behavioural profiling, recruitment delivery, and performance optimisation, all supported by advanced automation tools and digital platforms available in six languages.

Role Overview

As a Technical & Engineering Recruiter, responsibilities include :

• Cultivating relationships with key stakeholders in engineering and technical sectors across international markets.
• Designing and implementing creative recruitment strategies to find top engineering and technical talent globally.
• Utilising next-generation digital platforms and automation to drive efficient hiring processes.
• Partnering with clients and candidates to understand requirements and deliver bespoke recruitment solutions.
• Managing the complete recruitment lifecycle, including initial outreach, interview coordination, offer management, and successful onboarding.
• Promoting Mercury Hampton’s full suite of talent services, from talent mapping to performance improvement programs.
• Collaborating closely with internal teams to ensure an exceptional experience for both clients and candidates.

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates will have :

• Proven success in 360 recruitment, executive search, or technical staffing, preferably with international or STEM experience.
• A consultative, relationship-focused approach with excellent negotiation skills.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management ability.
• Exceptional ambition, results orientation, and a track record in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Competitive base salary (£30,000 - £40,000) with uncapped commission (OTE £50,000 - £120,000).
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, pension, and quarterly incentives.
• Clear, merit-based career progression and professional development.
• A forward-thinking, inclusive company culture recognised for excellence in the industry.
• Global relocation options (Houston and Qatar) for high performers, plus annual company retreats in Majorca, Spain.

Become a part of Mercury Hampton to help shape the future of technical and engineering talent acquisition worldwide. Apply now to advance your career and make a lasting international impact.