Recruitment Consultant - Property Maintenance & Trades

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a driven Recruitment Consultant to specialize in temporary placements for skilled trades and maintenance professionals. This role covers the South and South-East, offering high earning capabilities and access to live roles ready to be filled. Ideal candidates will excel at relationship building and managing the full recruitment cycle while enjoying numerous perks and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Well-being resources

Discounts platform

24/7 assistance

Structured training

Enhanced maternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment or sales role.
• Ability to manage the full recruitment cycle.
• Strong networking and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the recruitment process from start to finish.
• Attract and register candidates using various resources.
• Build strong relationships with clients and candidates.
• Collaborate with colleagues for successful teamwork.

Skills

Relationship building

Business development

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing

Client service

Job description

Recruitment Consultant - Property Maintenance & Trades

We're looking for a driven Recruitment Consultant to specialise in temporary placements for skilled trades and maintenance professionals. Take ownership of a dynamic desk covering the South and South‑East – from Weymouth to Brighton and up to Oxford.

You’ll recruit for roles such as electricians, plumbers, carpenters, multitraders, building services engineers, gas engineers, HVAC specialists, maintenance technicians, and estates/facilities managers. Your clients will include social housing providers, local authorities, universities, colleges, blue‑light services, and leading maintenance contractors.

This is a fast‑paced, varied role where no two days are the same – perfect for someone who thrives on building relationships and delivering results.

Why This Role?

• Huge Market Potential: An area that is strongly mapped out providing huge growth opportunity. You’ll have access to clients, which enables a solid foundation to build upon and ensure a steady stream of business opportunities.
• High Earning Capabilities: This desk offers substantial financial rewards, perfect for an experienced recruiter looking to maximise their earnings!
• Live Roles to Work: Hit the ground running with live roles ready to be filled, offering immediate opportunities for success.

What you'll be doing

• Full Recruitment Cycle: Manage everything from winning new business and sourcing candidates to interviews, offers, and closing deals.
• Finding Talent: Use a variety of resources to attract and register candidates, interview them, and match them to the right roles quickly.
• Building Relationships: Create strong connections with clients and candidates, provide great service, and grow your network to generate new opportunities.
• Teamwork: Collaborate with colleagues to share success and contribute to a supportive, high‑performing team.

What Awaits You?

• Big Wins: Annual prizes – cars, holidays, cash bundles via our exciting Golden Ticket Event!
• Progression: Clear frameworks for promotions and salary increases. Structured training and opportunities to progress into management.
• Wellbeing, Perks & Extras: 24/7 assistance, wellbeing resources, free eye tests, discounts platform, personal development fund, enhanced maternity leave, EV & cycle to work schemes, season ticket loan, health cash plan, and life assurance

Apply today and start your journey with us!