Recruitment Consultant

Southampton - Office Based

Please note driving Licence and access to own vehicle is essential

Role Overview

As a Recruitment Consultant, you will specialise in either permanent or temporary staffing and will be responsible for proactively identifying and developing relationships with businesses looking to grow. You will work closely with clients to identify top talent and build relationships with both current and future candidates.

To succeed in this role, you will need to become a Subject Matter Expert in your chosen industry. This involves developing a comprehensive understanding of your potential clients, their strategies, culture, and recruitment practices. You will use a combination of sales, business development, marketing, and networking techniques to position Manpower as the supplier of choice, expanding your client portfolio and securing new business.

Key Responsibilities

Research and become a Subject Matter Expert in your chosen vertical, understanding client industries, strategies, culture, and recruitment needs.
Use sales, business development, marketing, and networking techniques to position Manpower as the supplier of choice within target organisations.
Build and maintain multiple relationships with existing clients to drive new opportunities and ensure long-lasting partnerships.
Leverage social media for market research, client engagement, advertising roles, and attracting candidates.
Proactively headhunt passive talent and match candidates to client vacancies.
Prepare CVs and correspondence for suitable candidates to forward to clients.
Organise interviews and provide feedback to both clients and candidates.
Offer market insights to clients and candidates on salaries, pay rates, training, and career progression.
Work towards and exceed targets, ensuring the successful completion of the recruitment process.
Review and suggest improvements to recruitment policies and selection techniques.
Lead by example, supporting junior associates throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
Ensure compliance with company guidelines and recruitment standards.
Qualify candidates before submitting them to clients, ensuring their suitability for the role.
Brief candidates on job responsibilities, salary, and benefits, and manage the interview process.

Experience & Skills Required

Strong drive, resilience, and determination to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for recruitment and a focus on growth.
A proactive and motivated approach, with a growth mindset.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

About Manpower

At Manpower, our brand is driven by a commitment to offering candidates better job opportunities, consistent work, and a clear path to achieving their career goals. We provide clients with access to exceptional talent and actionable workforce insights that drive organisational success. Our team operates across three focused platforms: Strategic Clients, Skilled Specialist Recruitment, and UK Network Operations.

Our Values

Clarity: We ensure transparency and accountability in achieving common goals, giving and receiving feedback to continuously improve.

Care: We lead with respect, promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging, while developing ourselves and others.

Grow: We encourage collaboration and innovation, learning from successes and challenges to continually improve.

Why Join Us?

Manpower offers a clear path to success, a fun and inclusive environment, and shared values that help us achieve our ambitions together. If you are passionate about recruitment and eager to build a rewarding career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your professional journey with Manpower!

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