Recruitment Consultant - Renewables

MDE Consultants Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the energy sector is seeking a motivated Contract Recruiter to join their Renewables team in Bristol. You will manage recruitment processes and build candidate pipelines in a fast-growing market. Ideal candidates will have prior recruitment experience and a keen interest in the renewables industry. This position offers a hybrid working model and various benefits including annual leave and bonuses.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

1 celebration day

Extra annual leave for years of service

Hybrid working model

Uncapped commission scheme

Cycle2work scheme

Regular company socials

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Recruitment Consultant (contract desk experience preferred).
• Track record of delivering against billing targets.
• Open to candidates from Construction, Blue Collar, or related recruitment backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract recruitment processes end-to-end, from sourcing to placement.
• Build strong candidate pipelines in the Renewables sector.
• Engage and maintain relationships with clients.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Relationship-building skills

Knowledge of compliance in contract recruitment

Job description

Overview

Salary: Up to £40,000K base + OTE. Working Pattern: Monday to Friday.

Benefits

• 32 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• 1 celebration day (e.g. birthday or personal event)
• Extra 1-day annual leave for every year of service (up to 4 years)
• Hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days remote once probation is completed)
• Overseas working opportunities
• Uncapped commission scheme plus quarterly and annual bonuses
• Cycle2work scheme
• Tech scheme
• Regular company socials and events
• Holiday incentives for top performers

Are you a motivated recruiter with a background in contracts or contingent workforce solutions? MDE Group is looking for a Contract Recruiter to join our established Renewables team in Bristol.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the fastest-growing industries, placing skilled professionals into projects that are shaping the future of clean energy. We are open to sector swaps, so whether your experience is in construction, blue collar, or technical recruitment, your skills could be a perfect fit for this high-growth market.

About MDE Group

MDE Group is a specialist recruitment agency focused on energy, engineering, and industrial markets. With deep expertise and a strong presence in the renewables sector, we partner with leading clients worldwide to deliver talent solutions that support critical projects. Our consultants benefit from a supportive structure, advanced tools, and the opportunity to develop into true market specialists.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract recruitment processes end-to-end, from sourcing to placement and contractor management
• Build strong candidate pipelines to meet client demand in the Renewables sector
• Engage and maintain relationships with clients, ensuring excellent service delivery
• Explore opportunities for business development and sector growth
• Ensure compliance with contract recruitment regulations, including CIS and IR35
• Collaborate with the wider Renewables team to drive success across the desk

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Recruitment Consultant (contract desk experience preferred)
• Open to candidates from Construction, Blue Collar, or related recruitment backgrounds
• Strong knowledge of compliance in contract recruitment (CIS, IR35)
• Track record of delivering against billing targets
• Excellent communication, organisation, and relationship-building skills
• Interest in moving into the fast-growing Renewables industry

How to Apply

If you're ready to take your contract recruitment expertise into a booming market and make a real impact, apply today with your CV and cover letter via our website: MDE Group Careers.

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