Recruitment Consultant - Finance & Accounting Specialist - Haywards Heath

Ruth Moran; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Haywards Heath is seeking a driven Recruitment Consultant specializing in finance and accounting roles. You will build networks, manage recruitment cycles, and achieve sales targets. Ideal candidates are motivated, resilient, and have a proven recruitment background. This role offers a competitive salary and commission structure, along with training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with uncapped commission

Performance-based bonus schemes

Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Dynamic and proactive approach to recruitment.
• Ability to build relationships with candidates and clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth candidate sourcing and screening for commercial finance positions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients in finance and commercial sectors.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from candidate identification to final placement.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong sales and negotiation abilities

Proven experience in recruitment

Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Recruitment technologies and CRM systems

Job description

Recruitment Consultant - Finance & Accounting Specialist - Haywards Heath

Are you a driven recruitment professional with a passion for connecting top finance talent with leading commercial and industrial organizations? Our dynamic recruitment agency client is seeking an exceptional Recruitment Consultant to join their high-performing team!

The client focuses on commercial and industry finance roles, with a reputation for excellence in matching exceptional finance professionals with innovative businesses across the region.

Role Focus: Roles span a comprehensive range of finance positions, including:

• Transaction-level roles for early-career finance professionals
• Part-qualified accounting positions
• Senior-qualified roles for experienced finance specialists
• Commercial finance positions across various industry sectors

Role Responsibilities:

• Build and develop a strong network of high-calibre finance and accounting professionals
• Conduct in-depth candidate sourcing and screening for commercial finance positions
• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients in the finance and commercial sectors
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial candidate identification to final placement
• Conduct thorough candidate interviews and skills assessments
• Prepare candidate shortlists and support clients through the interview and selection process
• Achieve and exceed monthly sales and placement targets
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment databases and client records
• Proven experience in recruitment, preferably within finance and accounting sectors
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong sales and negotiation abilities
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
• Proficiency in recruitment technologies and CRM systems
• Bachelor's degree preferred, though equivalent professional experience will be considered
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure
• Performance-based bonus schemes
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities
• Modern, supportive working environment
• Opportunity to work with leading commercial organizations

Personal Qualities:

• Highly motivated and target-driven
• Resilient and able to handle rejection
• Proactive and self-starter
• Professional and presentable
• Passionate about connecting talent with opportunity

If you are a results-oriented recruitment professional with a hunger for success and a talent for building relationships, we want to hear from you!

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're ambitious, driven, and ready to build a rewarding career in recruitment, we want to hear from you. Email: [email protected] or call 07487508210

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.