Regional Recruitment Manager

Michelle Waterworth Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment business in Yorkshire is seeking a Regional Recruitment Manager to lead their permanent division. This role involves driving performance through business development, mentoring consultants, and building strong relationships in the local market. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in recruitment management, a deep understanding of the Yorkshire business community, and a passion for motivating teams. The position offers clear progression to Director level, equity potential, and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Direct mentorship from the CEO

Clear progression to Recruitment Director

Hybrid working and wellbeing support

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in permanent recruitment as a Manager or Team Leader.
• Strong knowledge of the Yorkshire business community.
• Experience selling contingency and retained recruitment solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead permanent recruitment performance through business development.
• Train and develop consultants in recruitment strategies.
• Work closely with the CEO to shape regional recruitment strategy.

Skills

Permanent recruitment

Client relationship building

Training and mentoring

Business development

Management skills

Job description

Regional Recruitment Manager

Yorkshire Region Permanent Recruitment Contingency and Retained Area Manager / Regional Recruitment Managerfor Multiple Yorkshire Offices

Up to £65,000 basic + Car +Bonus + Future Equity Potential

Permanent Recruitment

Commercial, Professional Services, Technical, Engineering & Corporate

Overview

Are you a driven, hands‑on recruitment leader with a passion for the Yorkshire market and desire to be a Regional Recruitment Manager?

A well respected, proudly Yorkshire recruitment business led by a charismatic, well‑connected Yorkshire entrepreneur deeply embedded within the regions economy require a Regional Recruitment Manager / area manager

to lead the permanent division . As the business continues to grow, were looking for a Permanent Recruitment Manager / Regional Recruitment Manager

to help lead, motivate, and shape performance across a network of Yorkshire offices.

This is a senior role with genuine progression to Director level and future equity opportunities perfect for a leader who wants to make a long‑term impact in a business that values ambition, authenticity, and straight‑talking delivery.

The Role

As Permanent regional Recruitment Manager, you will :

Lead from the front, driving permanent recruitment performance through business development, client visits, and hands‑on delivery.

Be fully mobile across a network of Yorkshire offices, providing on‑site leadership, coaching, and visibility.

Train, develop, and mentor consultants, particularly in selling and delivering both contingency and retained permanent recruitment solutions.

Act as a motivational, lead‑by‑example manager who inspires high performance through actions as well as guidance.

Work closely with the Yorkshire‑based CEO to shape regional strategy and expand the companys permanent recruitment capability.

Strengthen existing relationships and win new business across Yorkshires commercial, technical, professional services, and engineering sectors.

Build a high‑performance culture where consultants feel supported, empowered, and driven to succeed.

Experience Required

You will need : Proven experience in

permanent recruitment

as a Manager, Team Leader, or high‑performing Senior Consultant ready for step‑up support.Experience of being

Regional Recruitment

Managers

is not essential.

Practical experience selling both contingency and retained recruitment solutions.

The ability to train consultants in how to position, pitch, and deliver retained and contingency services.

Strong knowledge of the Yorkshire business community, with the confidence to build long‑term regional relationships.

A mobile, hands‑on leadership approach comfortable travelling across multiple Yorkshire sites.This is a Regional Recruitment Manager role covering the Yorkshire region.

A motivational, people‑focused style with the ability to lead by example in billing, BD, standards, and behaviours.

Commercial awareness, ambition, and the drive to progress to Director level.

Benefits

Senior leadership role within a well‑established Yorkshire recruitment business.

Direct mentorship from a locally embedded Yorkshire CEO.

Clear progression to Recruitment Director.

Equity / profit‑share potential as the organisation scales.

Hybrid working, wellbeing support, retail discounts, and more.

Yorkshire office locations with great transport links and parking.