Team Leader

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Education Recruitment Team Leader to guide and inspire a team. This role focuses on combining hands-on billing and team mentorship within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in recruitment and possess strong business development and relationship-building skills. Join a collaborative culture that values success and offers clear pathways for career progression.

Benefits

Structured leadership training

Ongoing professional development

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission

Performance bonuses

Regular social events

Supportive management

Qualifications

• Proven track record in education (or similar sector) recruitment.
• Strong sales, relationship-building, and business development skills.
• Collaborative mindset with a desire to mentor and support others.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example with strong personal billings and business development.
• Support, mentor, and motivate junior consultants.
• Play an active role in branch growth and new business generation.
• Help shape team strategy and contribute to performance.
• Build lasting relationships with schools, teachers, and support staff.

Skills

Strong sales skills

Relationship-building

Business development

Mentoring

Drive and ambition

Job description

Overview

Role: Education Recruitment Team Leader

About Academics Ltd

Academics Ltd is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, specialising in connecting talented teachers and support staff with schools nationwide. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, integrity, and long-standing relationships within the education sector.

As we continue to grow, we’re offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Senior or Principal Consultant to take the next step into leadership and help shape the future success of our London office.

The Opportunity

This is your chance to transition into a Team Leader role — where you’ll combine hands-on billing with team mentorship and leadership responsibility. You’ll be supported by an experienced management team who’ll help you develop the skills to grow and inspire others.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example with strong personal billings and business development.
• Support, mentor, and motivate junior consultants to reach their potential.
• Play an active role in branch growth and new business generation.
• Help shape team strategy and contribute ideas to strengthen performance.
• Build lasting relationships with schools, teachers, and support staff.

About You

You’re a confident recruiter who’s achieved consistent success and is ready for the next challenge — a genuine leadership opportunity where you can grow, not just bill.

You will bring

• A proven track record in education (or similar sector) recruitment.
• Strong sales, relationship-building, and business development skills.
• A collaborative mindset with a desire to mentor and support others.
• Drive, ambition, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

If you’ve ever thought, “I could lead a team — I just need the right company behind me,” this is your moment.

Why Join Academics?

• Structured leadership training and ongoing professional development.
• A clear path to Recruitment Manager and beyond.
• Competitive salary, uncapped commission, and performance bonuses.
• Supportive senior management who celebrate your success.
• A positive, collaborative culture with regular social and incentive events.

Apply Now

Ready to step into leadership and make your mark with one of the UK’s most respected education recruitment brands?

Apply today or contact us in confidence to learn more about this opportunity.

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