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​Recruitment Consultant (360)

£25-£35k base doe

Competitive commission structure

Hybrid working & Benefits

Syntech is a leading Recruitment agency specialising in the Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology sectors. With a dedicated team of professionals, we strive to connect talented individuals with top-notch companies across the UK and Europe. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation sets us apart in the competitive recruitment landscape.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated 360 Recruitment Consultant with a strong focus on generating new business opportunities. The successful candidate will be responsible for full-cycle recruitment, from client acquisition to candidate placement, while actively expanding our client base and market presence.

We envisage your first 3-6 months would be predominately re-establishing relationships with existing lapsed accounts and developing them, whilst looking at ways of generating new business. 6 months on, we would expect you to have nurtured existing clients and the focus to be on creating new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

New Business Development:

·        Identify and target potential clients through proactive research, networking and outreach strategies

·        Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers to understand their recruitment needs and provide tailored solutions

·        Develop and implement effective sales strategies to drive revenue growth and expand client portfolio

·        Stay abreast of industry trends, markets developments and changes, and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities

Client Management:

·        Act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering guidance on recruitment best practices, markets insights and talent acquisition strategies

·        Conduct thorough client briefings to understand job requirements, company culture, and candidate profiles

·        Manage client expectations throughout the recruitment process, ensuring on time delivery and professionalism throughout the process

·        Foster strong partnerships with clients to promote repeat business and long-term relationships

Candidate Sourcing:

·        Utilise various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, referrals and networking events to identify and qualify candidates

·        Screen CV’s, conduct candidate interviews and assess suitability based on skills, experience and fit.

·        Facilitate the interview process, coordinate feedback and negotiate offers to secure successful placements

·        Provide ongoing support to candidates and clients throughout the onboarding process and beyond.

Admin & Reporting:

·        Maintain accurate records of client and candidate interactions and all recruitment related activity on our CRM/ATS system

·        Prepare regular reports and performance metrics to track sales and activity targets, KPI’s and business development activities

·        Ensure compliance with GDPR and all legal and regulatory laws

What are we looking for:

·        Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant ideally within the Engineering, Manufacturing or Technology sectors

·        Demonstrable track record of success in new business development

·        Strong sales acumen and negotiation skills

·        Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport and convey information effectively

·        Results-oriented mindset with a strong focus on exceeding targets and delivering exceptional service

·        Knowledge of recruitment techniques and sourcing strategies

·        Proficient in using recruitment software, ATS/CRM etc

·        High attention to detail

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