via reed · 26 May 2026 ·11 days ago

Recruitment Consultant

Pertemps Southampton
Southampton Full-time
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Recruitment Consultant – Southampton

We are a well-established recruitment business with a fantastic reputation for looking after our people and giving consultants the freedom to genuinely build something of their own.

We’ve built a strong presence across the UK over many years and are known for creating a supportive, down-to-earth environment where hard work is recognised and success is rewarded properly. We trust our people to make things happen, and you are backed by a team that wants to see you do well.

We’re now looking for an Experienced Recruitment Consultant to join the Southampton team; you will be taking over an already successfully billing desk that has a great portfolio of clients and some wonderful candidates.

This is a busy, people-focused role. You’ll be speaking with clients and candidates daily, winning new business, filling vacancies, building relationships, and becoming a go-to contact within your market. Whether you already have recruitment experience or come from a strong sales, business development, Account Management or any Customer Facing role, this role offers plenty of room to grow and earn well along the way.

Requirements
  • Experience in a Client-facing, Account Management, Business Development, or Recruitment role

  • Confident speaking with people and building relationships

  • Motivated, ambitious, and driven to succeed

  • Strong communication and networking skills

  • A positive attitude and proactive approach

  • Ability to manage a busy workload and work at pace

  • Recruitment experience is helpful but not essential

Responsibilities
  • Build relationships with new and existing clients across the region

  • Win new business opportunities and grow your market

  • Manage the full recruitment process from start to finish

  • Source and engage candidates through advertising, networking, and headhunting

  • Match candidates to suitable opportunities and manage the interview process

  • Support clients with tailored recruitment solutions

  • Work closely with the wider team to achieve targets and celebrate successes

  • Keep up to date with your market and build a strong local network


In return, you’ll receive a competitive basic salary, this is dependent on experience, alongside uncapped commission, giving you real control over your earnings, we also offer a company car as part of the package. You’ll also benefit from structured training, ongoing career development, regular incentives and competitions, and the chance to join a genuinely supportive team environment, where success is celebrated and personality is encouraged.

Interested applicants, please apply now for an initial confidential chat.

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