Senior Recruitment Consultant
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: Competitive Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission (DOE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
About Us
Stafforce Ports is a growing and successful recruitment business specialising in supplying skilled and flexible workforce solutions across the Ports, Logistics, Industrial, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Maritime sectors.
Due to continued growth, we are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant, Principal Consultant, or Managing Consultant to join our Teesside team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious recruiter who is passionate about building client relationships, developing new business, and delivering exceptional results.
The Opportunity
This is a full 360 recruitment role where you will take ownership of the entire recruitment process, from business development and account management through to candidate attraction and successful placements.
You will have the autonomy to grow your own desk while being supported by an established brand, experienced management team, and a strong network of existing clients.
Key Responsibilities
Developing and managing relationships with both existing and prospective clients.
Identifying and securing new business opportunities.
Conducting sales calls, client meetings, and business development activities.
Advertising vacancies across job boards, social media, and other recruitment platforms.
Sourcing, screening, interviewing, and placing candidates.
Managing the full recruitment lifecycle from vacancy intake to placement.
Negotiating rates, fees, terms of business, and offers.
Maintaining accurate candidate and client records using CRM and ATS systems.
Achieving and exceeding agreed sales and recruitment targets.
Providing outstanding customer service to clients and candidates.What We're Looking For
Essential
Recruitment consultancy experience or a strong background in sales/business development
Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Commercially driven and target-focused mindset
Strong organisational and time management skills
Confident using Microsoft Office and recruitment systems
Desirable
Knowledge of the North East recruitment market
Experience recruiting within Industrial, Ports, Logistics, Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction, or Maritime sectors
Full UK Driving Licence
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
Uncapped commission structure
Excellent career progression opportunities
Ongoing training and professional development
Supportive and collaborative team environment
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Modern office environment
Opportunity to play a key role in a growing businessWhy Join Us?
We believe success comes from empowering our people. If you are an ambitious recruiter looking for the opportunity to grow your desk, develop your career, and be rewarded for your success, we would love to hear from you.
Apply Today
If you're ready for your next challenge and want to join a business where your contribution makes a real difference, apply now.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Company pension
On-site parking
Referral programme
Annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays
Career development opportunities
Uncapped commissionWork Location: Teesside (Office-Based)
Reference: S96
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies