Senior Recruitment Consultant - Sales

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious recruitment consultancy based in Leeds , is actively seeking a motivated and results-oriented Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their dynamic sales recruitment team. In this key role, you will focus on placing talented sales professionals across various industries, from B2B technology to consumer goods. You will build and nurture strong relationships with clients, understanding their unique commercial needs and delivering exceptional talent solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, where your expertise in sales recruitment will be highly valued, contributing significantly to both client success and the company's strategic growth objectives, operating with a significant degree of autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for sales positions, including business development, candidate sourcing, screening, and interview management.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with a diverse client base, understanding their sales team requirements and market challenges.
• Utilize a range of innovative sourcing techniques to identify and engage top-performing sales candidates, both active and passive.
• Provide expert advice and market insights to clients regarding sales talent acquisition, compensation, and market trends.
• Negotiate offers and guide candidates through the entire hiring process, ensuring a positive experience.
• Achieve and exceed personal and team targets for placements and revenue generation within the sales recruitment domain.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of successful experience in recruitment, with a strong focus on sales recruitment .
• Demonstrated ability to manage key client accounts and drive consistent business growth.
• Expertise in sourcing and attracting high-calibre sales professionals at all levels.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, driven, and resilient approach to achieving targets in a competitive market.
• Understanding of various sales methodologies and common sales roles.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary complemented by an uncapped, lucrative commission structure.
• The flexibility of a fully remote working arrangement, allowing you to work from anywhere within the UK.
• Comprehensive professional development opportunities and clear pathways for career progression.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technology and a supportive team culture.
• Regular virtual team-building activities and opportunities for recognition.