Senior Recruitment Consultant – Fire Protection (Passive & Active)
Location: Brentwood, Essex (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £36,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience) + uncapped commission (OTE £70,000+)
Position Overview
This role will suit a commercially minded recruiter who enjoys developing client partnerships and delivering high-quality recruitment solutions within a technical market.
Key responsibilities include:
- Establishing and growing a client base within the Fire Protection sector
- Managing the full recruitment process from initial brief through to successful placement
- Identifying and engaging skilled professionals across both Passive and Active disciplines.
- Conducting client meetings, including site visits, to gain a detailed understanding of projects and hiring needs
- Building long-term relationships with both clients and candidates within a highly regulated market
- Maintaining a consistent pipeline of vacancies and candidates
While this role is initially an individual contributor position, there is a clear pathway into team leadership and management as the desk develops.
Candidate Profile
We are interested in individuals who can demonstrate:
- Previous recruitment experience (ideally within Fire Protection, M&E, Construction, or a related technical sector)
- A track record of billing and delivering on both permanent and/or temporary roles
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and build credibility
- A proactive and resilient approach to business development
- High levels of organisation and attention to detail
- A genuine ambition to progress into a senior or managerial position
Applications are also welcomed from individuals with the right attitude and transferable skills, particularly those who are motivated, team-oriented, and eager to build a long-term career in recruitment.
Remuneration and Benefits
- Basic salary between £36,000 – £40,000, dependent on experience
- Uncapped commission structure with realistic on-target earnings of £70,000+
- Hybrid working arrangement, including three days per week in the Brentwood office
- Monthly incentives and performance-based rewards
- Company social events
- Structured career progression with clear milestones
- Ongoing training and development, including access to external specialist trainers
- Opportunity to build and lead a team as you progress
- 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
Working at MarkMay
MarkMay provides a supportive and forward-thinking environment where consultants are encouraged to take ownership of their success. With a flexible approach to working and a strong emphasis on trust and development, we aim to create a culture where individuals can grow their careers while maintaining balance.
This is an opportunity to establish yourself within a specialist market and play a key role in the continued growth of the business.
To apply, please pass across a CV and a member of MarkMay will be in touch
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