Recruitment Consultant

Description

Position: Recruitment ConsultantSalary: GBP26,000 - GBP36,000 (DOE)Location: Leicester, LE19 1SXWorking Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm (Flexibility available to support work/life balance)Benefits: 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) + Free onsite parking + Company pension

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About Us

Optima UK is a well-established, independently owned recruitment agency based in Leicester. We specialise in Manufacturing, Engineering, and Professional Services recruitment across the UK. Our collaborative and supportive culture is the cornerstone of our success-and we're growing!

The Role

We are seeking driven and enthusiastic individuals to join our Manufacturing and Engineering divisions. While previous recruitment experience is welcome, we are also open to candidates with a background in sales or customer-focused roles.

This role is ideal for someone who is people-oriented, results-driven, and ready to develop their career in recruitment. You'll receive full onboarding and continuous training, with a clear path to increased earnings and career progression.

Key Responsibilities

Build and manage your own client base and sales pipelineAttract, interview, and place suitable candidates in temporary, contract, and permanent rolesManage the full recruitment cycle from initial contact to offer stage and onboardingMaintain exceptional relationships with clients and candidates, both over the phone and face-to-faceAdvertise vacancies and register candidates who respondProactively source leads and identify companies actively recruitingEnsure accurate and complete candidate registrationsWhat We're Looking For

Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and personableComfortable in client-facing and telephone-based environmentsStrong administrative and organisational skillsExcellent communication and relationship-building abilitiesHigh attention to detail and effective time managementFamiliarity with CRM systems is a plus (training provided)Why Join Optima UK?

Supportive, friendly team cultureConsistent access to on-site management and mentorshipRealistic career growth and earning potentialFlexibility to maintain a healthy work/life balanceApply Now

Ready to take the next step in your recruitment career? Click the Apply button below and a member of our team will be in touch shortly.

Ad ID: 5418072253