Recruitment Consultant (Career in Recruitment)

ACHIEVE TECHNOLOGY ASIA PACIFIC PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Singapore seeks a Recruitment Consultant to manage high-volume hiring and drive business development. The role involves acquiring clients, sourcing candidates, and ensuring timely placement of contract staff. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years in staffing with strong sales and interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation and a dynamic workplace await successful applicants.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in contract/temp staffing or manpower outsourcing preferred.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage high-volume roles.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in key industries.
• Conduct sales calls, client visits, and presentations to introduce staffing solutions.
• Achieve monthly sales targets, gross profit, and revenue goals.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for temporary and contract roles.
• Track and report on hiring progress and recruitment activities.

Skills

Sales ability

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Resourcefulness

Education

Diploma/Degree in any field

Job description

Position: Recruitment Consultant
Specialization: Contract / Temporary Staffing & Business Development
Industry: Recruitment & Manpower Services

Overview

The Recruitment Consultant (Contract Staffing) manages high-volume hiring for contract and temporary roles while driving business development efforts. This role focuses on client acquisition, account servicing, candidate sourcing, and ensuring timely deployment of contract staff. A strong sales mindset, fast execution, and excellent relationship-building skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in key industries (e.g., logistics, admin, F&B, retail, manufacturing).
• Conduct sales calls, client visits, and presentations to introduce staffing solutions.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and service agreements.
• Achieve monthly sales targets, gross profit and revenue goals.
• Maintain strong client relationships to ensure repeat business.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients regarding contract staffing needs.
• Understand clients’ job requirements, urgency levels, and manpower planning.
• Provide timely updates, manpower availability, and delivery timelines.
• Handle client issues, feedback, and contract staff performance concerns.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for temporary and contract roles.
• Manage high-volume recruitment pipelines and quick‑turn placements.
• Coordinate interviews, job briefings, and deployment arrangements.
• Ensure proper onboarding, documentation, timesheet collection, and compliance.
• Maintain candidate database and build pipelines for recurring roles.
• Monitor contract employees’ attendance, performance, and contract renewals.
• Handle basic HR matters such as replacements, extensions, and terminations.
• Support payroll team with necessary information on hours, absenteeism, and changes.
• Use websites, LinkedIn, social media, and events to find new clients and job seekers.
• Talk to hiring managers to understand the types of people they need for their teams.
• Handle everything from posting job ads to interviewing and helping with job offers.
• Arrange and confirm interview times, and keep communication smooth.
• Support the onboarding process to ensure new employees settle in smoothly.
• Track and report on hiring progress and recruitment activities.
• Meet KPI sales targets.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in any field.
• 1–3 years of experience in contract/temp staffing or manpower outsourcing preferred.
• Strong sales ability with proven track record in acquiring new accounts.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage high‑volume roles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Resourceful, target‑driven, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in any field.
• Willingness to learn.