Sales Recruitment Consultant

Company: Northampton Business Directory
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Location: Wellingborough
Job Description:

We are seeking a driven, commercially minded Recruitment Consultant with a strong focus on sales and business development. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a target-driven environment, enjoys building lasting client relationships, and is motivated by uncapped earning potential.

As a Sales-Focused Recruitment Consultant, you will be responsible for generating new business, managing client accounts, and delivering high-quality recruitment solutions. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients while proactively identifying and placing top talent in the market.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Sales

  • Proactively identify and win new business through cold calling, networking, referrals, and market mapping
  • Develop and execute strategic sales plans to grow your client portfolio
  • Build strong, long-term relationships with hiring managers and key decision-makers
  • Attend client meetings, pitch services, and negotiate terms of business
  • Achieve and exceed individual revenue and activity targets

Recruitment Delivery

  • Source, screen, and interview candidates using various channels
  • Manage the end-to-end recruitment process from job brief to placement
  • Provide consultative advice to clients on market trends, salary benchmarking, and hiring strategies
  • Maintain strong candidate relationships to build a reliable talent pipeline

Account Management

  • Deliver exceptional service to ensure repeat business
  • Upsell and cross-sell additional recruitment services
  • Handle offer negotiations and close placements effectively

Key Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in recruitment, sales, or business development
  • Strong track record of achieving or exceeding targets
  • Confident communicator with excellent negotiation skills
  • Resilient, self-motivated, and highly driven
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment

What We Offer

Competitive base salary + uncapped commission

Clear progression pathway and career development opportunities

Ongoing training and mentorship

Incentives, bonuses, and team rewards

  • Supportive and high-performance culture

Who This Role Suits

  • Enjoys sales and building client relationships
  • Is motivated by financial reward and performance targets
  • Wants autonomy and ownership of their desk
  • Thrives in a competitive, results-driven environment

will be looking to progress into a senior consultant or manager role

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Posted: March 28th, 2026