Recruitment Consultant - Temporary Desk Industrial Sector
MERIDIAN BUSINESS SUPPORT LIMITED
Chester, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- 2+ yrs
- Salary
- GBP 28,000 – GBP 32,000 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 hour ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Recruitment Consultant specializing in temporary staffing within the industrial sector, including logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, and production roles in the Chester area. This full-time position offers a comprehensive 360 recruitment role, focusing on managing a busy temporary desk with the opportunity to develop new business streams and deliver efficient recruitment solutions.
Job Details
- Permanent, full-time role working Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
- Handle end-to-end recruitment processes for temporary staffing
- Collaborate closely with the Branch Manager and wider team to maintain and grow a profitable temporary desk
Key Responsibilities
- Source and place candidates into temporary assignments across industrial and logistics sectors
- Field all branch communications with clients and candidates via phone and email
- Manage weekly payroll for over 40 temporary workers
- Create and post compelling job advertisements on various platforms
- Conduct candidate screenings through phone, in-person, and WhatsApp video methods
- Build and sustain strong client relationships through regular communication and onsite visits
- Negotiate contract rates and terms with clients and candidates
- Generate new business by employing sales, business development, marketing, and networking strategies
- Identify and convert leads into sales opportunities
- Schedule and attend client meetings to present recruitment solutions
- Maintain up-to-date and compliant CRM data
- Stay informed on market trends, competitor activity, and margins to optimize performance
- Meet key performance indicators and contribute constructively to branch success
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum two years of experience as a Recruitment Consultant, Temporary Consultant, or Internal Recruiter
- Proven track record in recruiting for industrial sectors such as warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, and production
- Experience managing a temporary recruitment desk is highly desirable
- Excellent relationship-building and client service skills
- Proactive, sales-oriented, and target-driven approach
- Demonstrates confidence, resilience, and a strong team ethics
- Own transportation is essential for frequent client visits
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive base salary between £28,000 and £32,000 annually
- Uncapped commission structure
- Provision of laptop and mobile phone
- Strong career progression opportunities with structured training and recognized qualifications
- 23 days holiday plus an additional day off for your birthday
- Holiday purchase scheme and various incentives including annual awards and conference retreats
- Long service acknowledgments
- Pension scheme and death in service cover
- Health cash plan
- Childcare vouchers
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted gym membership
- Free vision tests and lifestyle discounts
About the Company
Meridian Business Support is a leading independent recruitment consultancy in the UK, recognized with a 3-Star Best Company to Work For accreditation by Recruitment International. The company emphasizes people development, rewarding achievements, and fostering a supportive and high-performance work culture.