Recruitment Manager

Spencer Recruitment Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Recruitment Ltd is seeking an exceptional Associate Director of Recruitment to join the senior leadership team and shape the future of the business. This role is a senior, high-impact position where you will own a desk and lead delivery across your specialist area.

You will combine the commercial drive of a top biller with strategic leadership presence, mentoring junior consultants and influencing direction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of recruitment experience at senior consultant or management level.
• Proven history of strong personal billing and successful business development.
• Experience managing complex, senior-level assignments and demanding briefs.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management at Director/C-suite level.
• Self-motivated, commercially astute and results-driven.

Responsibilities

• Manage full 360° recruitment cycle for mid-to-senior level appointments, from briefing to offer and placement.
• Build and maintain a high-calibre candidate network; stay connected to talent movements.
• Conduct competency-based interviews and provide in-depth candidate assessments to clients.
• Deliver market guidance, interview coaching, and offer management to clients and candidates.
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior consultants; maintain CRM data accuracy and process compliance.
• Attend client meetings, pitches and industry events; drive revenue growth across your desk.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Business development

Client relationship management

Senior stakeholder management

CRM systems

LinkedIn Recruiter

Sourcing tools

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

CRM systems

Job description

Spencer Recruitment is a dynamic, fast-growing recruitment agency specialising in Public Relations, Communications, Public Affairs, Corporate Affairs and Marketing. We are proud partners to some of Ireland's most respected companies and agencies, known for our commitment to excellence, deep market insight, and the strength of our client relationships.

As we enter an exciting new phase of growth, we are seeking an exceptional Associate Director of Recruitment to join our senior leadership team and help shape the future of our business.

The Role

This is a senior, high-impact position suited to a seasoned recruitment professional who is ready to take the next step in their career. As Recruitment Manager you will lead from the front - managing key client relationships, and overseeing delivery across your specialist desk.

You will combine the commercial sharpness of a top biller with the strategic thinking and leadership presence of a senior operator. This is an opportunity to own a desk, influence the direction of the agency, and be rewarded accordingly.

Key Responsibilities:

Candidate Management & Delivery

• Manage the full 360° recruitment cycle for mid-to-senior level appointments, from briefing through to offer and placement
• Build and maintain a high-calibre candidate network, staying closely connected to key talent movements within specialist markets
• Conduct competency-based interviews and provide in-depth candidate assessments to clients
• Deliver expert market guidance, interview coaching, and offer management to both clients and candidates

Leadership & Commercial Performance

• Consistently achieve and exceed personal billing targets and KPIs at a senior level
• Contribute to team strategy, sharing market intelligence and supporting a high-performance culture
• Mentor and support junior consultants, helping to develop talent within the team
• Maintain rigorous standards across CRM usage, data accuracy, and process compliance
• Stay ahead of market trends, competitor activity, and sector developments to position Spencer Recruitment as a market leader

Business Development & Client Management

• Support business development activity, identifying and converting new client opportunities across PR, Communications, Public Affairs, and Marketing
• Own and grow a portfolio of senior client relationships, acting as a trusted strategic partner to hiring managers and senior stakeholders
• Attend client meetings, pitches, and industry events, representing Spencer Recruitment at a senior level
• Develop and implement strategies to expand market share and drive revenue growth across your desk
• Negotiate commercial terms, including retained and exclusive mandates

About You:

• Minimum 5+ years of recruitment experience, with a demonstrable track record at senior consultant or management level
• Proven history of strong personal billing and successful business development, including winning and retaining senior client accounts
• Experience managing complex, senior-level assignments and delivering against demanding briefs
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills - confident operating at Director and C-suite level
• Highly self-motivated, commercially astute, and results-driven
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
• Proficient with recruitment CRM systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and modern sourcing tools
• Sector-specific experience in PR, Communications, Public Affairs, or Marketing recruitment
• An existing network of senior candidates and clients within these specialist markets
• Experience contributing to team development or informal leadership

What We Offer

• A senior, autonomous role with real influence over the direction of the business
• Competitive base salary with a highly attractive commission and bonus structure
• A clear pathway to Director level as the agency continues to grow
• Access to market-leading sourcing tools and technology