Unitemps Branch Manager

Unitemps; Falmer; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Unitemps is opening its first on-campus branch at the University of Sussex in Falmer, with a Branch Manager responsible for leading the launch, operation and growth of the branch.

You will develop a business plan, identify new opportunities and build strong relationships with local employers while leading a team of recruitment professionals in a fast-paced environment. The role is predominantly campus-based and includes working five days a week with events such as Open Days.

Qualifications

• Experienced recruiter with a track record of meeting recruitment sales targets.
• Knowledge of the local recruitment market.
• Experience at a senior management level.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to lead a fast-paced recruitment team.

Responsibilities

• Lead launch and growth of the Unitemps branch on campus.
• Develop a business plan to identify new opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with local employers.
• Lead, motivate and develop the Unitemps team.
• Collaborate with Careers, HR and other university departments.
• Manage campus-based operations and events.

Skills

Recruitment sales

Business development

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

Unitemps Branch Office, Falmer Campus/Hybrid

Hours

Full-time considered up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE (37.5 hours) Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).

Grade 7 starting at £39,560 to £46,970 per annum, pro rata if part time.

About the role

This is a really exciting opportunity to join the University of Sussex as we open our first Unitemps Branch on campus in early 2027.

Our Unitemps branch will provide job opportunities for students through temporary recruitment within University departments, alongside roles with external employers throughout the local area. As Branch Manager you will lead the launch, operation and growth of the branch.

The Branch Manager will develop a business plan to identify new internal business opportunities, alongside building strong relationships with local employers. In addition, the Branch Manager will lead, motivate and develop the Unitemps team.

The Unitemps team will work closely with stakeholders across the University to deliver a cohesive recruitment offering to students. Key stakeholders include Careers, HR, Student Recruitment, Widening Participation and Faculty Operations.

This role will be predominantly campus based, with the Branch open 5 days a week, alongside opening for key University events such as Open Days and Applicant Visit Days.

About you

You will be an experienced recruiter, with experience of achieving recruitment sales targets and the ability to identify new sales and marketing opportunities.

You will understand the local recruitment market and have business development experience at a senior level.

Alongside excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will be an effective manager who can lead a team operating in a fast-paced recruitment environment.

Why work here

Our university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150‑acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five‑minute walk to campus and several bus s located within campus…

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