Blue Arrow is growing, and we are seeking a Recruitment Consultant to join our established Cardiff team. This role is ideally suited to an experienced consultant with a strong sales mindset, though we will also consider entry-level candidates who demonstrate clear commercial drive and a genuine interest in business development.
Recruitment is a sales-driven environment, and success in this role comes from building relationships, identifying opportunities, and consistently delivering value to clients and candidates alike. While recruitment skills can be taught, resilience, motivation, and a proactive approach to sales are essential.
The role
As a Recruitment Consultant, you will be responsible for generating revenue through both new business development and account management, alongside delivering a high-quality recruitment service.
Key responsibilities
- Actively identifying and developing new business opportunities through sales activity, networking, and market engagement
- Managing and growing a portfolio of client accounts to maximise revenue and service delivery
- Conducting client meetings to understand hiring needs and provide consultative recruitment solutions
- Managing the full recruitment lifecycle, from vacancy take‑on through to placement and ongoing client/candidate aftercare
- Attracting, interviewing, and placing candidates into temporary and permanent roles
- Working towards individual and team sales targets, KPIs, and performance metrics
- Maintaining strong sector knowledge and market awareness to support credible, value-led sales conversations
- Ensuring compliance with internal processes and industry standards
About you
- Has previous experience in recruitment, sales, or a target-driven commercial environment
- Is confident in business development and enjoys generating new opportunities
- Is comfortable working to revenue targets and performance objectives
- Has strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
- Is resilient, organised, and motivated by results
- Enjoys working as part of a high-performing, supportive team
For entry-level candidates, we are looking for clear evidence of sales potential, ambition, and work ethic, supported by training and structured development.
Benefits
- A strong focus on mental health, with Mental Health First Aiders across the business
- Access to wellbeing and mindfulness support
- An Employee Voice Champion Group feeding directly into senior leadership
- Clear and structured career progression
- Practical onboarding and hands‑on support, particularly during the first three months
- Inclusion: Blue Arrow is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, supported by initiatives such as Diversify, helping ensure everyone feels supported and able to thrive.
Apply: If you are an experienced Recruitment Consultant with a strong sales focus, or an ambitious individual ready to build a recruitment career, we would welcome your application.
Blue Arrow is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
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