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RSR - Southend, United Kingdom
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Reed is the most recognised recruitment brand in the UK, with a rich history and reputation for improving lives through work, for over 60 years. Delivering recruitment solutions with many household brands throughout the UK and globally, we find new jobs and careers for people from many different backgrounds across multiple business sectors.
We look for people who enjoy an inclusive and collaborative environment, who strive for performance and celebrate team success, in a rewarding career.
Pay Range
Up to £36,000 (depending on experience) plus uncapped bonus
Job Description
Salary: Up to £36,000 (dependent on experience) + uncapped bonus potential
Location: 3rd Floor, Tyler's House, Tylers Ave, Southend-on-Sea SS1 2BB
Driving Requirement: Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle essential
Hybrid Working: 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home (after induction)
Are you an experienced recruiter looking to move into a specialist, future‑focused market?
Reed Southend is looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their expanding engineering division. As part of a newly invested Engineering division, this is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a warm desk, shape your own market, and build a career in one of Reed’s key strategic growth areas.
What You’ll Be Doing
Client Development: Build strong partnerships with clients through proactive outbound business development and providing tailored permanent recruitment solutions.
Talent Attraction: Source and engage high-quality candidates for permanent placements. This includes writing compelling job adverts, proactive headhunting, networking, and leveraging social media to maintain a robust candidate pool.
Desk Growth: Expand your portfolio by winning new clients, ensuring a steady flow of permanent placements and maximising revenue opportunities.
What’s in it for you:
Uncapped Bonus Scheme: Earn on both personal billings and team success.
Clear Career Path: Progress every six months with structured salary increases.
Leadership Development: Pathways to management training.
Industry-Leading Tools: Tap into the UK’s largest candidate database and AI sourcing technology.
Enhanced Benefits: Sabbaticals every 5 years, extra paid leave after 10 years, and annual luxury holiday draws.
Inclusive Culture: Be part of a team that values diversity, fairness, and collaboration.
Who Should Apply?
Experienced engineering recruiters seeking their next challenge.
Or experienced recruiters looking to specialise
You will also need to be a confident, organised individual who thrives on the phone and enjoys building relationships.
Feel what it’s like to truly belong…
All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and compliance with vetting requirements applicable to the job role. Reed is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We are a Mindful Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome applications from ex-services personnel, reservists and cadets and offer a guaranteed interview for applicants who meet the minimum criteria.