Senior Recruitment Consultant - Engineering & Manufacturing

VanRath; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above market base

OTE guaranteed

Uncapped commission

Private medical cover

Entertainment expenses

Holiday purchase scheme

Hybrid working

Growth culture

Access to clients

Job summary

VANRATH, Northern Ireland's leading specialist recruitment agency, seeks a Senior Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment Consultant in Belfast. You will build relationships at senior levels, manage the full recruitment process, and drive business with a warm client base in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

With a 25+ year track record and a hybrid working model, VANRATH offers autonomy, support, and access to top local and multinational clients.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a 360 recruitment or in a target-driven sales role.
• Strong academic background to engage with senior-level professionals.
• Driven, self-motivated attitude with a passion for exceeding targets.

Responsibilities

• Building strong relationships with clients and candidates through calls and face-to-face meetings.
• Managing the full recruitment process from sourcing to placement.
• Advertising roles, interviewing, and screening candidates.
• Managing end-to-end hiring with multiple warm clients and developing new business.

Skills

360 recruitment

Relationship building

Target-driven sales

Networking

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Senior Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment Consultant £60,000 - £80,000 OTE

At VANRATH, you'll join Northern Ireland's most respected specialist recruitment agency, working alongside some of the most established professionals in the industry. Our collaborative and dynamic team environment ensures you have the support and autonomy you need to truly thrive.

Here’s what's in it for you:

• Above market base salary

• A guaranteed OTE for a period (6 months plus) as you get to grips with the recruitment flow within VANRATH

• Uncapped commission of up to 25% - no threshold, no standing requirement, earning commission on 100% of your fees.
• Private medical cover
• Client entertainment expenses
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Hybrid working
• A culture that values your growth - from regular away days and team breakfasts to a strong support network
• A platform for long-term success with access to leading local and multinational businesses, public sector organisations, and SME's

The Role

The Senior Recruitment Consultant role in VANRATH involves relationship building at the senior level whilst also working with hiring managers and candidates in middle management across a wide range of clients. You will work in a supportive and collaborative setting, working alongside some of the longest-established and most successful recruitment professionals in the country, allowing you to maximise your potential and earnings as the market leader in your sector.

With an already warm client base and brand recognition built over 25+ years, you'll have every tool you need to succeed.

You will be responsible for:

• Building strong relationships with clients and candidates through calls and face-to-face meetings
• Managing the full recruitment process from sourcing to placement
• Advertising roles, interviewing, and screening candidates

Managing the end-to-end hiring process with multiple warm clients and developing new business

What We're Looking For:

• At least 2 years' experience in a 360 recruitment or in a target-driven sales role
• A strong academic background with the confidence to engage with senior-level professionals
• A driven, self-motivated attitude and a passion for exceeding targets

With our state-of-the-art office space based in Belfast City Centre, VANRATH offers an inviting, collaborative and respectful working environment where you will work with exceptional people and clients and truly develop your career aspirations.

We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and welcome applications from all candidates.