Recruitment Consultant

Pertemps Southampton are seeking a highly motivated recruitment consultant to join their growing team. As a recruitment consultant, you will play a pivotal role in sourcing, attracting, and placing qualified candidates into work with our clients. Your enthusiasm and learning mindset will put you in the best position to understand the local job market, and support you build relationships with prospective clients to grow the Pertemps presence in the South.You will join a well-established staffing solutions provider within Southampton, delivering an exceptional service to businesses who need experienced industrial, commercial and driving candidates.A FULL DRIVING LICENCE IS NEEDED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLEAbout PertempsAs an Investor in People, Pertemps are proud to have been recognised as one of Britain’s top employers in several independent reviews:• We have been on the Sunday Times 'Top 100 Companies to Work For' list every year since 2007.• We placed 24th in the list of 'Best Large Companies to Work For' in the UK, the highest-placed recruitment firm. In the regional lists, we also ranked 1st in Scotland and 11th in the West Midlands.• Best Companies have accredited us with three stars for 'World Class Employee Engagement’.The day to day• Build, develop and nurture strong relationships with existing clients while actively seeking opportunities to expand the Pertemps client base.• Source candidate from a variety of channels including searching job boards, social media, attending networking events, and candidate referrals to identify and attract high-quality candidates.• Conduct in-depth candidate phone screening and interviews to assess the candidates' skills, experience and personality fit.• Stay informed on industry news, competitor activities and salary benchmarks to offer valuable insights to clients and candidates.Skills and Experience needed• A proven track record in recruitment, preferably with +2 years experience in a recruitment consultant position.• In-depth understanding of recruitment practices, candidate sourcing strategies, and selection techniques.• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to effectively liaise with clients, candidates, and the wider Pertemps teams.• Ability to manage multiple vacancies and prioritise in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.Why work for Pertemps• £27,000 - £30,000 salary depending on experience• Excellent commission• 32 days holiday (Including Bank Holidays)• Company car / Pool car• Company shares scheme incentive• Pension via NEST• Clear and structured career path• Top performers are recognised and rewarded• Perkbox (High Street retailer and gym membership discounts)• Opportunities to be involved in charity work• Annual Awards CeremoniesApply now and join the UK’s largest independent recruitment agency.Pertemps is passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pools and are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics. If you feel you meet most, but perhaps not all the requirements listed, we’d still love to hear from you.