Senior Recruitment Consultant - Upstream Oil & Gas

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Consultant to drive recruitment for senior professionals in the Oil & Gas sector. The role involves sourcing candidates, managing client relationships, and overseeing the recruitment process. Ideal candidates will have a university degree and at least 3 years of recruitment experience. Benefits include uncapped commission and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Uncapped Commission

Two Paid Volunteering Days per Year

Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in recruitment.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Actively source and attract qualified candidates.
• Manage recruitment desk and develop market expertise.
• Conduct headhunting and reference checks.
• Submit qualified candidate CVs and shortlists.

Skills

Resourcing & Researching

Sales (Business Development / Client Development)

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Strong networking abilities

Education

University degree

Job description

Job DescriptionWeConnect Energy is a leading provider of specialist recruitment and contracting solutions tailored for the global Energy sector, focusing on Upstream Oil & Gas, Corporate, Low Carbon, and Renewables markets. Established in 2008, our company prides itself on integrity, honesty, and reliability, while consistently delivering outstanding results.

Role Summary:

The role of the Senior Consultant is pivotal in aiding our business growth by successfully placing technical and commercial senior professionals across the Upstream Oil & Gas industry. This position entails driving candidate and client relations, while managing the recruitment process from inception to completion (360 recruitment).

The position will focus on permanent recruitment and retained/executive search assignments in the Upstream Oil & Gas industry, specialising at senior technical, commercial and corporate levels.

Key Responsibilities:

Candidate :

• Actively source and attract qualified candidates across specified disciplines.

• Manage your own recruitment desk and develop market expertise.

• Conduct headhunting for open vacancies, including pre-screening and reference checks.

• Ensure accurate and efficient candidate database management.

• Submit qualified candidate CVs and shortlists in a timely manner.

• Provide regular feedback to candidates throughout the recruitment process.

• Oversee the entire recruitment life cycle from submission through to offer acceptance.

Client Relations:

• Maintain and enhance existing client relationships.

• Conduct effective business development to secure new clients.

• Negotiate and finalize client contracts.

• Engage with HR/Internal Recruitment, Technical Management & Senior Executives.

• Ensure accurate management of client accounts.

• Monitor client activities and potential recruitment needs.

• Independently present relevant data to clients.

• Manage the recruitment process from a client perspective, ensuring satisfaction throughout.

Desired Competencies & Capabilities:

Competencies:

• Resourcing & Researching

• Process Management

• Achieving Targets

• Sales (Business Development / Client Development)

• Personal Effectiveness

Capabilities:

• Proficient in managing a recruitment desk.

• Client account management and deal closure.

• Ability to build and enhance market expertise.

• Independently present data to clients.

• Strengthen personal brand and professional network.

Skills & Experience:

• University degree.

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in recruitment.

• Full clean driving licence.

• Willingness to travel as needed.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Confident and persuasive telephone manner.

• Creative and innovative approach to recruitment.

• Organized, self-motivated, and proactive.

• Strong networking abilities.

• Professional demeanour with commercial awareness.

• Exceptional planning and organizational skills.

• Effective in providing constructive feedback.

• Skilled in accurate record keeping.

Benefits:

• Uncapped Commission

• Two Paid Volunteering Days per Year

• Pension Scheme

• Private Medical Insurance

• Cycle to Work Scheme