Senior Recruitment Consultant - Business Change & Transformation

Ruth Moran; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant specializing in Business Change & Transformation. This role involves building client relationships, sourcing contractors for transformation initiatives, and leveraging various change management methodologies. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in contract recruitment, a solid understanding of change management frameworks, and strong negotiation skills. The agency offers competitive salaries, commission structures, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive base salary + uncapped commission structure

Flexible working arrangements

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Mental health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in contract recruitment, preferably within Business Change and Transformation.
• Understanding of various change management methodologies and frameworks.
• Proven track record of successful contractor placements.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with clients for transformation needs.
• Source and engage contractors with expertise in change management frameworks.
• Conduct assessments of candidates' experience with change methodologies.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Commercial acumen

Relationship Building

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Ruth Moran

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Recruitment Consultant - Business Change & Transformation

Location: Manchester or Remote (UK-based)

About Us

We're a specialist recruitment agency focused on placing high-caliber contractors across the full spectrum of organizational change initiatives. From incremental improvements to complete organizational transformations, we support clients in delivering successful change programmes. Our deep understanding of various change methodologies and frameworks has established us as a trusted partner for organizations at every stage of their transformation journey.

The Role

We're seeking an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our expanding team, specializing in placing interim professionals across all types of transformation initiatives:

Developmental Change

• Process improvement projects
• System upgrades and optimization

Transitional Change

• Digital transformation programmes
• Mergers and acquisitions
• Organizational restructuring
• New system implementations

Transformational Change

• Culture change programmes
• Strategic repositioning initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their specific transformation needs across developmental, transitional, and transformational change programmes
• Develop expertise in various change management frameworks and methodologies, including: ITIL for IT service managementCOBIT for IT governanceSix Sigma for process improvementCOSO for risk managementAgile and Waterfall methodologiesLean management principlesChange management frameworks (ADKAR, Kotter, etc.)
• Source and engage contractors with expertise in specific frameworks and methodologies based on client requirements
• Conduct thorough assessments of candidates' experience with different change types and methodologies
• Maintain an active network of transformation professionals including: Change Management SpecialistsProcess Improvement ExpertsSix Sigma Black BeltsITIL PractitionersDigital Transformation ConsultantsProgramme DirectorsBusiness AnalystsPMO Specialists

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 3 years' experience in contract recruitment, preferably within Business Change and Transformation
• Understanding of various change management methodologies and frameworks
• Ability to match contractor expertise with specific transformation requirements
• Proven track record of successful contractor placements across different types of change initiatives
• Strong understanding of the contract market, IR35 legislation, and contractor engagement models
• Demonstrated ability to hit and exceed revenue targets consistently
• Experience in managing contractor extensions and redeployments
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting if desired

Benefits Package

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission structure
• Higher commission percentages for contract placements
• Flexible working arrangements - choose between our Manchester office or full remote
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Regular team social events and incentive trips
• Mental health and wellbeing support

We believe in growing our own talent. You'll have access to:

• Comprehensive training in various change management methodologies and frameworks
• Certification support for relevant professional qualifications
• Regular updates on emerging transformation trends and methodologies
• Specialist training in contract recruitment and IR35
• Clear progression path to Senior/Principal Consultant
• Industry-specific certifications and courses

How to Apply

If you are ready for the next stage of your recruitment career, contact Barrie Dewhirst in the strictest confidence on 07487 508210or email

Equal Opportunities Employer: We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.