Senior Recruitment Consultant

Prospero Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching in London is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead and grow a recruitment desk within the education sector. You will manage client and candidate relationships, and mentor junior consultants to drive team success.

The role offers a competitive base with uncapped commission, a clear progression path into leadership, and ongoing training to sustain high performance and billing targets.

Qualifications

• Proven recruitment experience with a strong billing track record.
• Education sector experience is an advantage but not essential.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commercially aware with proactive business development.
• Ambitious, driven and target-focused.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a recruitment desk in the education sector.
• Build and maintain client and candidate relationships.
• Proactively win new business and develop existing accounts.
• Meet and exceed individual billing targets.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Billing track record

Business development

Relationship building

Target-driven

Job description

Are you an experienced Recruitment Consultant ready to take the next step in your career? Prospero Teaching is seeking a high-performing Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our London team and play a key role in driving growth within the education sector.

The Role

As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you will be responsible for managing your own desk, building strong relationships with schools and candidates, and consistently delivering high-quality results. You will also act as a mentor to junior consultants, supporting their development and contributing to the overall success of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a successful recruitment desk within the education sector
• Build and maintain strong client and candidate relationships
• Proactively win new business and develop existing accounts
• Meet and exceed individual billing targets
• Support and mentor junior team members
• Ensure high standards of compliance and service delivery

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in recruitment, with a strong billing track record
• Experience within the education sector is advantageous but not essential
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to business development
• Ambitious, driven, and target-focused

What We Offer

• Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission
• Clear progression pathway into leadership roles
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development\
• Incentives, rewards, and team events
• Access to industry-leading systems and tools

Why Join Prospero Teaching?

At Prospero Teaching, we offer more than just a job-we provide a platform for long-term career success. You'll be part of a team that values performance, supports development, and rewards achievement.