Recruitment Director - Construction Recruitment

Talent Lift Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Lift Limited in London is seeking a Recruitment Director to lead the Construction Recruitment division, overseeing managers across locations and shaping strategic direction. The role is hybrid London / WFH, offering a substantial package with a base salary around £80,000 plus car and high OTE, and a clear path to senior leadership.

You will engage with senior clients, win high-value opportunities, and steer the division to deliver outstanding results while benefiting from career

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in recruitment, ideally construction sector.
• Proven track record with permanent or freelance roles.
• Ability to engage senior client stakeholders and close opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a nationwide white-collar construction recruitment division.
• Develop and execute growth strategies with senior leadership.
• Manage managers across multiple locations and ensure performance.
• Drive high-value bids and secure key business opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Recruitment Director - Construction Recruitment

Recruitment Director - Construction Recruitment London / WFH hybrid working c.£80,000 basic + car / high OTE opportunity

22nd October, 2026

Recruitment Director – Construction Recruitment

London / WFH hybrid working

c.£80,000 basic + car / high OTE opportunity

Exceptional Senior Leadership Opportunity in White Collar Construction Recruitment

We are excited to present a newly-created, high-impact senior leadership role within a leading national recruitment business. In this position, you will take the helm of an entire business division, primarily focused on white collar construction recruitment, managing managers across multiple locations. This is a highly visible role, backed by significant financial investment, giving you the resources to drive the business to new heights.

The ideal candidate will be an accomplished recruitment professional with a proven track record in permanent or freelance white collar construction recruitment. You will bring the experience, credibility, and gravitas to engage with senior client stakeholders and play a pivotal role in securing high-value business opportunities. As a member of the senior leadership team, you will have a direct influence on the strategic direction of the business while enjoying the autonomy to run your division with tactical freedom.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a financially secure, growth-focused business that is committed to investing in your personal and professional development. Exceptional career progression opportunities await those ready to take the next step. Whether you are already at director level or seeking your first leadership role, connect with us in confidence to explore this career-defining opportunity.

Please note: significant agency-side recruitment agency experience is essential for this position. This is not an internal talent acquisition role).