Senior Recruitment Consultant

Insight; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment consultancy in Tamworth is seeking a driven Senior Consultant to enhance their Social Housing and Local Authority recruitment team. The successful candidate will build long-term relationships with clients, manage recruitment processes, and contribute to a supportive culture. Ideal applicants will have 2+ years of experience in 360 recruitment, strong communication skills, and a collaborative attitude. This role offers a chance to thrive in a values-driven workplace with numerous benefits.

Benefits

Wellbeing initiatives

Social events

Charity support opportunities

1-2-1 coaching

Quarterly awards

Vitality healthcare cover

Continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in 360 recruitment, ideally in public sector or property/housing sector.
• Proven ability to source, engage and manage candidates effectively.
• Strong commercial acumen and self-motivation.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with clients and candidates.
• Understand clients' hiring needs in social housing and local authorities.
• Manage the full 360 recruitment process from search to offer.
• Achieve personal and team targets while providing exceptional service.

Skills

360 recruitment experience

Candidate sourcing

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Job description

We're looking for a driven Senior Consultant to join our growing Social Housing and Local Authority recruitment team, based in our latest office opening, in Tamworth. Working closely with Manager Ollie Timmis, you'll play a key role in connecting outstanding talent with clients across the social housing sector – building long‐term partnerships, delivering trusted advice, and helping organisations make a difference in their communities. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a values‑driven environment and is ready to take ownership of a growing market area within our established Estates and Facilities Management division.

Responsibilities

• Building and nurturing long‑term relationships with clients and candidates.
• Understanding and meeting clients' hiring needs across social housing and local authorities.
• Sourcing rising talent using our CRM, LinkedIn, and other search tools.
• Managing the full 360 recruitment process, from search and screening through to offer stage.
• Hitting personal and team targets while delivering exceptional service standards.

Benefits

• Wellbeing Initiatives: weekly 1‑2‑1 coaching, Vitality healthcare, and a healthy work‑life balance.
• Staying Social: regular team events, from ski trips and cookery courses to adrenaline‑filled adventures.
• Giving Back: opportunities to support charities and awareness days throughout the year.
• 1‑2‑1 Coaching: confidential personal development sessions with a professional coach.
• Additional Rewards: quarterly awards and prizes including spa weekends and fine dining.
• Vitality Healthcare Cover: comprehensive physical and mental health support for all employees.
• Learning & Development: continuous on‑the‑job learning through mentoring at all levels and full‑team training sessions to keep you ahead of the competition.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in 360 recruitment (public sector or property/housing sector desirable).
• Proven ability to source, engage and manage candidates effectively.
• Strong commercial acumen and self‑motivation.
• Confident communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent organisation and time management.
• Team player who contributes to a supportive, collaborative culture.

About Insight Executive

Founded in 2015, Insight Executive is a specialist recruitment consultancy partnering with public and private sector clients across Procurement, Estates & FM, Property, Digital and Consultancy Services. We've built our reputation on relationships rather than transactions to deliver recruitment that has lasting impact. Our values guide everything we do: Inclusive – we champion fairness, respect, and opportunity for all. Impactful – we focus on results that create real, positive change. Accountable – we take ownership, deliver on our promises, and build trust. Integrity – we act with honesty and professionalism in every interaction.

Ready to make a difference in social housing recruitment? Apply today or contact Ollie Timmis for a confidential chat.