Resourcing Sales Consultant

Sopra Steria; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK seeks an experienced Sales Consultant to drive high-value business opportunities in the recruitment industry. You will manage the entire sales process, collaborate with clients for assessment centers, and oversee contract negotiations. Ideal candidates possess a strong track record in securing recruitment contracts across public and private sectors, especially within the NHS and utilities. The position offers a salary of up to £65,000 and attractive benefits like a generous incentive scheme and flexible benefits fund.

Benefits

Generous Incentive Scheme

Car allowance

Private medical

Life assurance

Pension

Flexible benefits fund

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-value sales roles within the recruitment industry.
• Background in securing high volume recruitment projects.
• Success in selling to the NHS and other regulated sectors.
• Expertise in candidate attraction and assessment methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities, focusing on high-value contracts.
• Lead the end-to-end sales process from prospecting to contract closure.
• Prepare and review commercial aspects of bids.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Client relationship management

Sales cycle management

Job description

Are you an experienced Sales Consultant with a talent for securing high‑value deals (£100k to £10M) within the recruitment industry? Join our team and bring your expertise in Business Development solutions to drive success and innovation!

We provide a national base for our people to deliver business critical support services to our many private and public sector clients. We transform services through digital solutions and innovation, ultimately improving the customer experience and enabling smarter services. This role will focus on tapping into key markets including the NHS, Utilities, Financial Services and other regulated sectors.

What you will be doing:

• Identify and secure new business opportunities, focusing on high‑value contracts.
• Lead the end‑to‑end sales process, from prospecting to contract closure.
• Collaborate with clients to deliver fit for purpose assessment centres.
• Manage the portfolio of new opportunities and ensure proper governance.
• Prepare and review commercial aspects of bids, ensuring complete service inclusion.
• Track and manage risks throughout the bid process.
• Manage the bid budget effectively.
• Resolve complex technical, strategic and business issues.

What you will bring:

• Proven experience in a high‑value sales role within the recruitment industry (Private and/or Public Sector).
• Background in securing high volume recruitment projects. Capable of selling HR and payroll services to clients in both private and public sectors.
• Success in selling to the NHS, Utilities, Financial Services, Government or Local Government sectors.
• Demonstrates expertise in candidate attraction, comprehensive knowledge of diverse vetting requirements, and proficiency in utilizing multiple candidate assessment methodologies.
• Knowledge of selling technology.
• Excellent negotiation, influencing, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage complex sales cycles and multiple stakeholders in a matrix environment.

It would be great if you had:

• Familiarity with the Government Commissioners Code.
• NHS Recruitment Principles.
• Familiarity with FCA accreditation.

If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we’re looking for, please do enquire, we’d love to hear from you!

Employment Type:

Full‑time, Permanent

Location:

Within travelling distance of our London or Newport offices

Security Clearance Level:

SC

Internal Recruiter:

Rachel

Salary:

Up to £65,000 (dependent on experience)

Benefits:

Generous Incentive Scheme, £5,400 car (cash alternative) allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private medical, life assurance, pension and generous flexible benefits fund.

About Us:

Our business is, first and foremost, about people. The solutions we develop are driven by the connections they make and the problems they solve. Our services only matter if they work for people and if they serve a greater purpose. Known for our collaborative approach, we provide consulting and digital services, creating innovative solutions, at scale, to deliver sustainable growth and services that make life better. Our work touches many lives in the UK, from helping the Government provide essential public and health services that offer more convenience and choice, to improving financial services to deliver fairer, customer‑centric solutions. Together we are building a better future by delivering real and lasting value. We are just at the start of what we can achieve together.

Come and join us!