Team Leader | Education Recruitment
Location: Essex (Field-Based) & London (Office)
Package: Competitive Base Salary + Uncapped Earning Potential + Performance Overrides + Comprehensive Car/Mileage Allowance
The Role
Due to continued success and rapid expansion, we are seeking an accomplished Team Leader to spearhead our Primary Education division across Essex. This is a strategic \"player-coach\" position designed for a high-performing recruiter who excels in a 360° capacity while possessing the natural leadership acumen to mentor and scale a dedicated team.
You will be the bridge between the region's best schools and top-tier educational talent, maintaining a high-billing personal desk while optimising the collective output of your consultants to capture a dominant share of the Essex market.
Key Responsibilities
- Division Leadership: Oversee daily operations of the Essex Primary desk, ensuring KPIs are met through proactive mentorship and strategic performance management.
- 360° Recruitment Excellence: Drive the full recruitment life cycle—from high-level business development and securing preferred supplier status to sourcing and matching candidates using the latest tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, etc.).
- Strategic Business Development: Generate new client relationships and grow existing accounts by identifying further sales opportunities and conducting regular school visits across the county.
- Workflow Optimisation: Leverage our sophisticated offshore support functions and internal L&D training to streamline compliance and admin, keeping your team focused on revenue-generating activities.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain a high-visibility field presence in Essex, complemented by weekly strategic alignment meetings at our London headquarters.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- Sector Proficiency: A demonstrable track record of success within Education Recruitment is essential (Primary/SEN background preferred).
- Leadership Pedigree: Proven experience in a supervisory or senior mentoring capacity; you should be able to articulate how you have influenced a team’s growth.
- Operational Mobility: A valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle are mandatory for extensive field-based activity.
- Commercial Acumen: You must be a \"billing leader\" who leads by example, showcasing sophisticated negotiation skills and a passion for making a real difference in schools.
Why Join Us?
We provide the tools of a global leader with the agility of a specialist boutique:
- Financial Rewards: Competitive base, performance overrides, and a Share Purchase Scheme.
- Resources: Access to the latest recruitment technology, LinkedIn Recruiter licenses, and a warm, active Essex patch with significant untapped potential.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package including high-street discounts.
- Career Pathway: Clear progression toward senior management with the backing of a world-class L&D team.
Inclusive Employer: We value diversity and promote equality. We encourage applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to support your application.
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Randstad values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.