Recruitment Consultant Aviation Engineering

Volantes Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Recruitment Consultant in Aviation Engineering to manage the full recruitment lifecycle. This role offers autonomy, competitive base salary with commission, and the opportunity for growth within a specialist market. Ideal candidates are proactive, sales-driven, and capable of managing multiple roles simultaneously. Successful performance leads to progression opportunities to senior roles in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary + uncapped commission

High earning potential with progression opportunities

Clear pathway to senior roles

Strong support and tools

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant, preferably 360.
• Strong track record of performance against targets.
• Confident on the phone and able to build client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from role winning to candidate placement.
• Source aviation engineering professionals through various channels.
• Build and develop relationships with clients across aviation engineering.

Skills

Client management

Negotiation skills

Sales ability

Organizational skills

Job description

Recruitment Consultant (Experienced) – Aviation Engineering

Company : Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd

Location : Dubai / UK (Hybrid or Remote depending on experience)

Job Type : Full-time

Package : Competitive base + uncapped commission (OTE strong)

Start Date : ASAP

About Volantes

Volantes is a leading global specialist recruitment agency focused on aviation engineering and technical staffing, supporting MROs, operators, OEMs, and VIP / corporate aviation clients across the UAE, Europe and global markets.

We’re building a high-performance team and looking for an experienced Recruitment Consultant who can deliver results, build relationships, and grow a desk in a high-demand technical market.

Role Overview

This is a 360 Recruitment Consultant position where you’ll manage the full recruitment lifecycle – from winning roles and developing client accounts, through to sourcing, interviewing, placing and managing candidates.

You’ll have autonomy, clear targets, and the support of a specialist brand with strong market credibility.

Key Responsibilities

Client Development & Account Management

Build and develop relationships with existing and new clients across aviation engineering

Conduct job qualification calls and manage vacancy intake

Provide market insight, salary / contract rate guidance and hiring strategy support

Negotiate terms, fees, exclusivity and service agreements

Deliver consistent communication and high-quality recruitment service

Candidate Sourcing & Delivery

Source skilled aviation engineering professionals through LinkedIn, referrals, networks and database

Run structured candidate screening calls and assess technical suitability

Create strong shortlists quickly and manage pipelines efficiently

Lead candidates through interviews, feedback, offers and onboarding

End-to-End Recruitment Process

Manage the full process : sourcing → shortlist → interviews → offer → placement → aftercare

Maintain accurate documentation and workflow in CRM / ATS

Ensure compliance and best practice in candidate / client management

Consistently hit performance / activity targets and revenue expectations

Desk Growth & Market Expansion

Identify new opportunities and develop a niche within aviation engineering

Build a long-term network of candidates and decision makers

Support the growth of Volantes through strong delivery and reputation

Contribute ideas, improve processes, and help raise team performance

Requirements

Essential

Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant (360 preferred)

Track record of billing / delivery / performance against targets

Strong sales ability, client management and negotiation skills

Confident on the phone, professional and commercially sharp

Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple roles at once

Desirable

Experience in aviation, aerospace, engineering, technical or contract recruitment

Experience recruiting across the Middle East / Europe markets

Strong LinkedIn sourcing and headhunting ability

Knowledge of contract hiring models (day rates, mobilisation, compliance etc.)

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission
• High earning potential with real progression opportunities
• Strong support, tools and marketing brand presence
• A specialist market with repeat hiring needs and global demand
• Autonomy to build your own desk and earn properly
• Clear pathway to Senior / Principal / Team Lead for high performers
• Hybrid work following successful probation period

Ideal Personality Fit :

We’re looking for someone who is :

• Hard-working and consistent
• Commercial and confident
• Competitive but professional
• Takes ownership and doesn’t need babysitting
• Obsessed with delivering a high-quality service

If you are looking to join a winning team where you will have autonomy and not KPI's within an inch of your life then please apply today