Recruitment Consultant

The Butchers Recruiter, part of The Food Recruitment Group, work solely with meat processors and butchery businesses of all sizes. 

We are an owner-led, hands-on business that understands the people challenges faced by the meat industry and provide robust, reliable, and compliant recruitment solutions that our customers can depend on. 

Our teams work closely with some of the industry’s leading meat processors and butchery businesses companies, supplying them with the skilled staff that play a vital role in helping to feed the nation. 

The role
As a Recruitment Consultant, you’ll step into a role where delivery really matters - supporting major client operations in a sector that continues to show strong, consistent demand. We are entering 2026 with our strongest start yet, driven by a specialist focus where accuracy, pace and compliance are critical across high-volume contracts. 

This is a delivery-focused position with no direct sales. You’ll work alongside a high-performing business development team who secure and grow client relationships, giving you the platform to focus on execution while still adding value through commercial awareness and strengthening partnerships. 

What’s in it for you

£32,760 basic salary with realistic OTE of £42,760
33 days holiday including statutory
Hybrid working for flexibility and balance
Free onsite parking
Structured training with ongoing development
A grown-up environment where you’re trusted with autonomy, supported to develop, and encouraged to take ownership of your work
Your responsibilities as Recruitment Consultant

Manage high volumes of applicants across active roles
Source and attract candidates through proactive resourcing methods
Complete compliance checks accurately across all placements
Oversee daily and weekly attendance of the temporary workforce
Build and maintain strong client relationships across key accounts
Support workforce planning and fulfilment across large contracts
What we’re looking for in a Recruitment Consultant

Previous experience in a candidate-facing or client-facing role
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage high workloads with accuracy and organisation
Commercial awareness with the ability to spot opportunities
Experience working in compliance-driven or high-volume environments
Working hours – 45 hours per week 

If you’re ready to build your career in a high-impact Recruitment Consultant role where delivery, structure and growth are already in place, apply today