Recruitment Consultant (All Levels) - Construction

Sphere Solutions is an employee-owned (EOT) market leader in the South West & South Wales and due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit new talent at all levels in our established business units in Cardiff, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester, Plymouth and throughout the UK.

Ideally, at Recruitment Consultant level, successful candidate/s will have a minimum of 1 year experience in Construction or Civil Engineering recruitment and for more Senior Recruiters we can discuss various career pathways to enhance your progression to date. Alternatively, if you are looking to build a team or bring a team with you, we are keen to talk.

Successful candidates will need to demonstrate:

Business Development & Client Management

• Leverage sales, business development, and networking skills to attract new business from client companies.
• Establish strong relationships with clients to ensure repeat business and long-term partnerships.
• Develop a deep understanding of client industries, company culture, and specific recruitment needs.
• Secure rate agreements and/or exclusivity with clients, where applicable.
• Proactively generate new business opportunities and cross-sell services to existing clients.

Candidate Sourcing & Recruitment Process

• Draft and post well-written job advertisements on relevant platforms, including the company website and job boards.
• Conduct proactive headhunting to identify and approach suitable candidates.
• Utilise the company database effectively, including conducting thorough searches and recording all activity.
• Review applications, shortlist candidates, and present them to clients with comprehensive insights.
• Arrange and manage interviews, ensuring a seamless process for both clients and candidates.
• Provide detailed information to candidates regarding job responsibilities, salary, and benefits.
• Ensure all candidates are fully compliant before starting any assignment.
• Prepare CVs and written correspondence to a high professional standard.
• Negotiate salaries and pay rates on behalf of candidates.
• Finalise placement details and ensure both parties are clear on all terms before onboarding.

Operational & Compliance Responsibilities

• Ensure all placement details provided to payroll and credit control are accurate and complete.
• Collaborate with payroll and credit control to resolve any issues, preventing potential credits or bad debts.
• Meet and exceed all minimum activity standards and performance expectations.
• Adhere to client recruitment policies and best practices to ensure effective selection techniques.

Key Behaviours & Expectations

• Build and maintain strong client relationships to foster repeat business and referrals.
• Work in a structured and organised manner, effectively managing time and priorities.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness, risk management, and compliance expertise.
• Provide consultative advice to clients and candidates on market trends, salary expectations, and career progression.
• Identify and share potential business leads with colleagues to maximize opportunities across the company.

If you are looking for a rewarding career (not just a job) in recruitment with clear development pathways, regular training, excellent commission, incentive and bonus opportunities, please do apply today or call Rob Bennett - Area Director on (phone number removed) for an informal conversation.