Recruitment Consultant

AWF New Zealand; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Blenheim seeks a motivated individual for a recruiter position. You will source and place skilled workers while building strong relationships with clients. Strong sales experience and effective communication skills are essential. The company offers comprehensive training, competitive salary plus benefits, and a supportive environment for career growth.

Benefits

Full training and mentoring

Competitive salary + commission

Extra leave for birthday

5 weeks annual leave after 1 year

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales or account management.
• Ability to navigate multiple systems.
• Full NZ driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and place skilled workers.
• Build relationships with clients and candidates.
• Conduct interviews and present job offers.

Skills

Sales experience

Strong people skills

Tech-savvy

Results-driven mindset

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Are you a high-performing sales or account manager craving more purpose, impact, and connection? This could be your opportunity to pivot into a rewarding career in recruitment. You bring your sales know-how, we'll teach you the recruitment ropes!

At AWF, we've been proudly supporting Kiwi businesses and workers for over 35 years. We're a New Zealand-grown company with a strong legacy of helping people into meaningful work and helping businesses thrive. Behind our success is a team of genuine, driven individuals who care about making a difference.

We're looking for commercially savvy professional to join our small, high-performing team in Blenheim. If you love building relationships, closing deals but want more meaning behind the metrics, recruitment could be the next perfect step in your career.

About the role

• Source, screen, and place skilled and reliable workers with our clients
• Build and maintain strong relationships with our clients and candidates
• Conduct interviews, vet applications, and present job offers
• Visit worksites to understand client needs first-hand
• Fulfil compliance and Health & Safety checks
• Negotiate offers and support smooth onboarding
• Develop and foster new client relationships via business development
• Managing a fast-paced, high-volume workload with accuracy and professionalism

Ideally you will have the following

• Proven experience in sales or account management
• Strong people skills and the confidence to pick up the phone and meet face-to-face
• Tech-savvy with the ability to navigate multiple systems
• A results driven mindset with a strong work ethic
• Adaptability and flexibility to thrive in a dynamic, ever-changing environment
• A full NZ driver\'s licence
• A willingness to learn the ropes of recruitment

What\'s in it for you?

• Full training and mentoring to set you up for success
• A chance to build a rewarding career using your commercial skills
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
• Competitive salary + commission + phone, laptop & vehicle
• Extra day of leave for your birthday, a wellbeing day + corporate discounts
• 5 weeks annual leave after 1 year of service
• Opportunities to grow within the wider Accordant Group

At AWF Blenheim, we\'re a close-knit team that values collaboration, supports individual growth, and celebrates collective success. For a confidential chat, call Lauren Deacon, Area Manager on 021 241 0350, or apply online today. We look forward to hearing from you!