Senior Recruitment Consultant

Cotswold Talent Solutions; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Driving Recruitment Consultant to drive business development and manage client relationships within the logistics market. This role involves expanding the presence across the South West while ensuring compliance and operational excellence. The successful candidate will have substantial experience in 360 recruitment and a full UK driving licence. An appealing package is offered, including competitive salary, uncapped commission, and benefits like private healthcare and annual leave.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Access to private healthcare

Car allowance (Up to £500 PCM)

Qualifications

• 23 years experience in 360 recruitment, preferably in Driving or Industrial sector.
• Strong understanding of driver compliance and logistics operations.
• Proven track record in billing, business development, and client retention.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the driving and logistics sector.
• Manage key client accounts and ensure consistent fulfilment of driver requirements.
• Support and mentor trainee consultants, sharing best practices and guidance.

Skills

360 recruitment experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Education

Full UK driving licence

Tools

CRM systems

Recruitment software

Job description

Senior Driving Recruitment Consultant

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Key Details

£30,000–£40,000 Commission (DOE) Business Development Focus. Are you an experienced Driving Recruitment Consultant ready to take full ownership of your desk and help grow a thriving division? We’re looking for a commercially driven Senior 360 Consultant to join our Bristol team – someone with the confidence to lead business development, manage key accounts, and mentor others while shaping the future of our Driving division.

The role

As a Senior 360 Driving Recruitment Consultant, you’ll play a pivotal role in expanding our presence across the Southwest logistics market. You’ll be responsible for developing strategic client partnerships, managing high‑value accounts, and ensuring operational excellence from start to finish, all while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working (2 days in office, 3 remote).

Responsibilities

• Strategic Business Development – Identify and secure new business opportunities within the driving and logistics sector.
• Develop tailored recruitment solutions for Industrial, HGV, Van, and specialist driver roles.
• Lead client meetings, negotiate commercial terms, and oversee delivery excellence.
• Account Management & Fulfilment – Manage key client accounts and ensure consistent fulfilment of driver requirements.
• Build and nurture long‑term relationships with warehousing, transport and logistics teams.
• Oversee candidate attraction, vetting, compliance, and placement.
• Leadership & Mentoring – Support and mentor trainee consultants, sharing best practices and guidance.
• Contribute to training, onboarding, and team development.
• Lead by example, driving performance and maintaining service quality.
• Compliance & Operations – Ensure compliance with all driver legislation (CPC, Digi‑Tacho, RTW, WTD).
• Maintain accurate CRM records and assist with payroll and timesheet processes.
• Provide on‑call and out‑of‑hours support on a rota basis to ensure seamless service.

Qualifications

• 23 years experience in 360 recruitment (Driving or Industrial sector preferred).
• Strong understanding of driver compliance and logistics operations.
• Proven track record in billing, business development, and client retention.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience managing large accounts or on‑site driving operations.
• Familiarity with the South West logistics market.
• Confident using CRM systems and recruitment software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary £30,000–£40,000 DOE uncapped commission.
• Real progression opportunities as the division grows.
• Supportive, collaborative culture that values autonomy and results.
• The chance to build and shape your own driving desk your way.
• Birthday off 27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing 1 day per year of service).
• Christmas shutdown / Skeleton hours working from home (depending on client needs).
• Access to private healthcare (once probation passed).
• Annual events.
• Weekly incentives and competitions.
• A genuinely trusting business that recognises effort and accomplishments.
• Car allowance (Up to £500 PCM).

If you’re ambitious, self‑motivated, and ready to make a tangible impact within a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.

If you feel this is you, and this is the progression you are looking for, please apply or contact us for a confidential chat today!